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28 Nov 2010

Talagunda

by aravindgj | posted in: Uncategorized | 5

12 September 2010 When I asked a villager for the direction to Pranaveshwara Temple at Talagunda, his reply surprised me. “It is a small Temple. You may not like it.” I do not blame him for his ignorance. People are … Continued

23 Nov 2010

Balligavi Temples

by aravindgj | posted in: Uncategorized | 3

12 September 2010 I usually take my younger cousins to some waterfalls whenever I visit my native place. The destination that I choose last time was different. Instead of a waterfall, it was to the Temples of Balligavi built in … Continued

15 Nov 2010

Shivalaya, Arasikere

by aravindgj | posted in: Asia, Hoysala, India, Karnataka | 5

8th September 2010 When I heard the name of this Temple for the first time, it sounded like a new Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was later that I realized that it was a Hoysala styled Temple called … Continued

17 Oct 2010

Hoysala Temples at Haranahalli

by aravindgj | posted in: Asia, Hoysala, India, Karnataka | 8

9 September 2010 Haranahalli, a small village near Arasikere is known for Keshava and Someshwara Temples built during Hoysala period. It is very sad that these Temples are now in a bad shape due to negligence. Keshava Temple As I … Continued

30 Sep 2010

Kabbal Durga

by aravindgj | posted in: Asia, Fort, India, Karnataka, Trek | 5

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

24 Sep 2010

Haridwar

by aravindgj | posted in: Char Dham, India, Uttarakhand | 3

24th May 2010 Haridwar was the last place we visited in our Char Dham trip. On the banks of Ganga River, it is one of the prominent religious towns for Hindus. As we started loosing altitude from Badrinath, there was … Continued

3 Sep 2010

Badrinath

by aravindgj | posted in: Char Dham, India, Uttarakhand | 5

22nd-23rd May 2010 About Badrinath: Badrinath, on the banks of Alakananda River is a sacred pilgrimage town for Vaishnavites. Situated at the height of about 11,000 ft ASL, Badrinath is reachable by vehicles and has all modern facilities. Badrinath attracts … Continued

28 Aug 2010

Kedarnath

by aravindgj | posted in: Char Dham, India, Uttarakhand | 5

20th-21st May About Kedarnath: Kedarnath is an important pilgrimage center for Shiviates and is also the remotest of char dhams. Situated at an altitude of about 11,500ft, Kedarnath is highest of char dhams. The journey to Kedarnath requires a trek … Continued

14 Aug 2010

Gangothri

by aravindgj | posted in: Char Dham, India, Uttarakhand | 8

18 May 2010 As the name says, Gangothri is the origin of River Ganga. A Temple dedicated to Ganga is built there. But the “real” origin of the river is at Gangothri glaciers at Gomukh, 18 km from Gangothri. While … Continued

13 Jul 2010

Prakateshwar cave and UttarKashi

by aravindgj | posted in: Char Dham, India, Uttarakhand | 8

17th May 2010 This day was expected to be a relaxed one as we just needed to travel from Barkot to UttarKashi. It could be covered in 6 hours. The journey from Barkot was pleasant. The smooth road passing … Continued