Kabbal Durga
19th June 2010 I had traveled to several places this year, either with family or on an Official visit. There were very few trips with friends. Spider valley was the last place that I went along with Krishna. That was … Continued
Tippagondanahalli reservoir
24th April 2010 Popularly known as TG Halli dam, this reservoir was constructed across Arkavathi River in 1933 by Sir M. Visvesvaraya. This is a major source of drinking water for Bengaluru. Due to receding water level, the submerged Sangameshwara … Continued
A day in spider valley
24th January 2010 My interest in forest and wildlife was triggered by Kenneth Anderson novels, which I started reading during my high school days. Most of his adventures were in the forests near Hosur. That was long ago. The forest … Continued
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
Madhugiri Fort
13th June 2009 I, Krishna and Subbu started at the wrong time to climb Madhugiri fort. It was a hot afternoon and we had just finished our lunch. With climb devoid of shade and sun beating mercilessly, it was an … Continued
Maidenahalli Blackbuck sanctuary
13th June 2009 Maidenahalli, a small remote village would have been an unheard village like many others in India. But thanks to the omnipresent Blackbucks in that area, its name draws attention among nature lovers. Though it is near to … Continued
