Pavagada fort
19th September 2009 Pavagada is known for infamous reasons. Few decades ago, it had a reputation of being the home of wolves that used to carry children. But it was long ago and remained as mystery. Naxals, who are far … Continued
Kabbe hills
29th-30th August 2009 The southern part of Kodagu district always amazed me. One reason was that it was less frequented by people when compared to the towns like Madikeri and the other was the forests that were still remaining amidst … Continued
Nalknad Palace
30th August 2009 The first time I saw this place was during January 2005. It was while trekking to Tadiyandamol peak. The Palace was being renovated during that time. Having seen Mysore Palace, I must say that I was not … Continued
My article in Prajavani
My article on Vibhooti and Shivagange falls has been published in “Prajavani” (Kannada news paper) last week. The link is given below: http://www.prajavani.net/Content/Sep272009/weekly20090926148553.asp I had been to these falls two years ago(link here) and immediately afterwards i had sent this … Continued
Varahanatha Kalhalli
9th August 2009 I had heard about an 18 feet Varaha idol at Kalhalli near KR Pet. Since I could not get any details about the directions, I decided dropped it from my plan of Hoysala Temple visit. It was … Continued
Sri Panchalingeshwara Temple, Govindanahalli
9th August 2009 Govindanahalli is a small village about 5 km from Kikkeri. Strangely, the priest at Brahmeshwara Temple in Kikkeri was not aware of Govindanahalli. A person who was in the Temple overheard my conversation with the priest and … Continued
Sri Brahmeshwara Swamy Temple, Kikkeri
9th August 2009 When people are asked about the list of Hoysala Temples, majority of them would remember only Belur and Helebid. A few might mention about couple of other Temples. But there are more than 100 Temples which were … Continued
