A travel blog about my experiences in travel and treks
I have been going on several day trips to the Hosur–Krishnagiri district in Tamil Nadu. The main attraction is the countless hills and forts scattered across the area. Friendly locals and fewer hassles from officials are another reason I enjoy … Continued
Varanga is a small village around 40km from Udupi, nestled at the foot of the Western Ghats. It’s on the route between Hebri and Karkala, and also close to Agumbe. First Impressions Varanga is known for its Jain Basadi, which … Continued
Maharajakadai is a huge fort hill near Krishnagiri in Tamil Nadu. Unlike other forts in the region, it’s not very famous, and most visitors are locals. Recently, Subbu and I explored this place. Our drive to the base of the … Continued
Tanu’s exams were just over, and I was looking for a place to visit. May is not a great time to travel in India—it’s super-hot and crowded. The Himalayas were an option, but we didn’t have a lot of time … Continued
Every visitor to Kodaikanal stops by the lake at the heart of the town. But tucked away in the forest is another lake—quiet, restricted, and far less visited. This is Berijam Lake, located about 20 km from Kodaikanal. My Previous … Continued
My family wanted to go on a short trek near Bengaluru. I scanned the area around Hosur (my favourite) and quickly found this hill – Sri Shiva Nanjudeshwara Temple, located on top of a hill. Since my nephew was also … Continued
Sri Narasimhaswamy Betta is a fort hill near Kanakapura with a temple on top. A typical hill structure around Bengaluru. Recently, Chaya and I visited this place, and in this post, I’ll share our experience. Reaching the base of the … Continued
Periyamalai is a massive hill near the town of Krishnagiri, with a temple perched at its summit. The trek to the top is challenging but manageable for anyone with reasonable fitness. It offers a mix of rocky climbs, forest trails, … Continued
Every time I travelled along the Bengaluru–Krishnagiri highway, I couldn’t help but admire the huge hill with a fort on top. As someone who loves trekking, I always wanted to climb it but kept postponing. Since summers here are hot … Continued
