Burude falls
Prologue I had visited this place 19 years ago with my uncle. Burude falls was a difficult place to reach during those days. The path after the main road was not clear, and we had to wade across a stream … Continued
Nallur tamarind grove
Not many people are aware that India’s first biodiversity site is on the outskirts of Bengaluru. The Nallur Tamarind grove, a 54-acre houses more than 300 tamarind trees. It dates back to Chola period, and some trees are said to … Continued
Talakadu, a mystery sand town
Talakadu is a famous place in Karnataka due to its desert like topography on the banks of Kavery river. It carries an aura of mystery as the sand engulfed the town only a few hundred years ago. The place is … Continued
Mudukuthore Mallikarjuna Temple
Mudukuthore is a small village on the banks of Kaveri river. Situated very near to Talakad, it is famous for Mallikarjuna temple on top a hillock. While the temple is definitely an attraction for religious people, the stunning view of … Continued
T Narasipura, confluence of Kaveri and Kabini river
Tirumakudalu Narasipura, as the name refers is the confluence of the Kaveri and the Kabini (or Kapila) river. Commonly known as T Narasipura, it is a small town in Mysuru district. Like many other “Prayags”, this town is also religiously … Continued
Somnathpur Chennakesava temple
Somnathpur, a village situated on the banks of Kaveri river is famous for the Chennakesava Temple built during the reigns of Hoysala Empire. It is on par with the great Hoysala temples of Belur and Halebid in terms of the … Continued
Birding at Hoskote lake
Hoskote lake, on the outskirts of Bengaluru is a great place for birding. As the city is growing and pushing its limits, the area offers the extremities of high-end apartments and malls along with agricultural lands lying side by side. … Continued
Raja Kallu, Jog falls
People visiting Jog falls would normally see the front view of the falls and go to British bungalow side, which is next to the top of the falls. If the authorities are in good mood, the steps leading to the … Continued
Shivanasamudra – Gaganachukki and Barachukki falls
Chaya and I had been to Mysuru on account of personal work. While driving back, we decided to take a detour and visit Gaganachukki and Barachukki falls in Shivanasamudra. Water had been released from KRS and Kabini dams and the … Continued
Waterfalls near Kanakumbi
We were in search of few waterfalls near Kanakumbi in the Belagavi district. Sankara and I had travelled to Belagavi on an overnight bus and then hired a vehicle to explore the area. The drive from Belagavi was enchanting as … Continued