AM waterfalls
The information we had indicated that the falls was just 2km from the main road. Following the directions from the locals, we set out on the village road. The winding road led us down into a valley. We did not … Continued
“Rail bus”, Nanjanagud
26 November 2010 If one travels from Mysore to Nanjanagud, it is hard to miss this “rail bus” after the Kapila river bridge. This “rail bus” was running between Mysore and Nanjanagud in the days of meter gauge. The meter … Continued
In the land of Elephants
20-21st November 2010 This is the closest encounter I had with Elephants in my trekking life. We were just within the “striking” distance from a tusker. While Elephants had options, we had none!! Girish has written a nice article on this. Just … Continued
Balligavi Temples
12 September 2010 I usually take my younger cousins to some waterfalls whenever I visit my native place. The destination that I choose last time was different. Instead of a waterfall, it was to the Temples of Balligavi built in … Continued
Sunset at Baga beach, Goa
2nd November 2010 I got a chance to watch sunset in sea after a long time.
NH-13 between Chitradurga and Hospet
Update November 2021 I travelled on this stretch last month. The entire stretch of this highway is now a four-lane tolled highway. The tunnel constructed makes the infamous “ghat section”, and railway crossing near Hospet is history now. It is … Continued
Hoysala Temples at Haranahalli
9 September 2010 Haranahalli, a small village near Arasikere is known for Keshava and Someshwara Temples built during Hoysala period. It is very sad that these Temples are now in a bad shape due to negligence. Keshava Temple As I … Continued