Exploring Varanga: Lake Basadi and Beyond
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
Exploring Maharajakadai Fort Hill: A Hidden Gem near Krishnagiri
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
A Summer Escape to Kodaikanal: Our 3-Day Itinerary & Travel Tips
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
Berijam lake, Kodaikanal
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
Sri Shiva Nanjundeshwara Temple
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 trek
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 – a challenging trek in the rain
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
Krishnagiri Fort trekking
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
Penukonda Fort: A neglected historical place
Penukonda, a historic town in Andhra Pradesh, is located on the Bengaluru–Anantapur highway. With a rich history, Penukonda served as the capital of the Vijayanagar Empire from 1565 AD to 1592 AD, after the fall of Hampi. My Previous Visit … Continued