A travel blog about my experiences in travel and treks
22 December 2013 Mehrangarh fort dominates the landscape of Jodhpur. Built in 15th century by Rao Jodha, the Rathore ruler of Jodhpur, it is one of the biggest forts in Rajasthan. We were undecided whether to hire a guide or … Continued
17 August 2013 I would have crossed this village few hundred times while travelling from Bengaluru to Mysore. But that did not help me to realise the hidden Temples of Hosa Budanur. Located on Mysore-Bengaluru highway near Mandya, it has two beautiful Hoysala … Continued
27 December 2013 In the zest of wildlife sightings, many visitors forget to visit the fort standing just opposite forest entry gate. Like Devagiri fort in Maharashtra, Ranthambore fort was equally formidable and was only conquered by invaders after employing … Continued
27th – 30th December 2013 Ranthambore National park is one of the most accessible forests in India. It is just 15 km from district headquarters of Sawai Madhopur which is 150 km from Jaipur and well connected by train. And … Continued
29th December 2013 It was the final minutes of my last safari in Ranthambore. With day light dwindling slowly, I was lost in my own thoughts. Another two minutes, we will be out of the forest gate and another 30 … Continued
18 August 2013 The Kaveri River forms a nice little waterfall of about 65 feet high at Chunchunkatte. It is about 15 km from KR Nagara. KR Nagara is about 40 km from Mysore. Steps are constructed to reach the … Continued
1 November 2013 I usually take a detour to visit some places whenever I drive to my native. One such detour was to visit the Hoysala Temples of Turuvekere. It was during Deepavali last year when I drove to my native place. … Continued
Previous posts: Day 1: Kathmandu to Bhulbule Day 2: Bhulbule to Syange Day 3: Syange to Dharapani Day 4: Dharapani to Chame Day 5: Chame to Lower Pisang Day 6: Lower Pisang to Manang Day 7: Acclimatization in Manang Day … Continued
20th July 2013 Nilgiri mountain railway is the railway line connecting towns of Mettupalyam and Ooty. The distance of about 42 km is covered by crossing 16 tunnels and 250 bridges, gaining (or losing) altitude of about 6100 feet. The section between Ooty … Continued
24 August 2013 It takes about an hour of Jeep ride from the main road to reach near this waterfall. The day was perfect; clouded sky with no rains. The first part of the Jeep ride was comfortable as Kumar, our Jeep … Continued