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Top Things to do in Mysore

Top Things to do in Mysore

Thinking of Mysore, myriad of picturesque images come to mind- old world charm of the palaces; breath taking views from Chamundi hill; euphony of rehabilitated migratory birds in Shukavana; rich aroma of Hanumanthu biryani; soulful taste of Mysore Mylari dosa and many more. The city not only emerged as one of the modern tourist friendly places but also maintained its royal heritage intact. Let’s delve into the top things to do in the cultural capital of Karnataka, Mysore. 1) Mysore…

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Badami, a journey to the bygone era

Badami, a journey to the bygone era

In the bagalkot district of Karnataka, lies this breathtaking town of Chalukya dynasty. Previously known as Vatapi, this ancient town has got rich history attached to it. You can find traces of it in the book “Sivagamiyin Sabadam”, where the King of Vatapi comes down to Kanchipuram to fight Mahendra Pallava of Pallava dynasty. History apart! Let’s dive straight into the top things to do in Badami for making it easier for you to plan your trip. Enjoy the swaying…

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Hampi where every stone tells you a story

Hampi where every stone tells you a story

Though original plan was to head to Kerala, due to the massive flood, we couldn’t travel. I hate it when travel plans flop at the nick of time and I had to plan something new within a short time span. So when I was looking for options, memories of a friend visiting Hampi in monsoon hit me back. After reading few articles about Hampi, we decided that we should go.  When the thought of visiting the ruins of a powerful…

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Offbeat Coorg, Sowmarpet – A side of Coorg no one sees!

Offbeat Coorg, Sowmarpet – A side of Coorg no one sees!

As the bus drove through the empty roads, I became suddenly aware of the temperature getting low. I slid the window open to let the fresh air drown me in. With bougainvillea flowers adorning the arched entrance & a generous garden space filled with variety of flowers, the simple yet beautiful tiled houses of Sowmarpet stole my heart in  first instance. I felt happy that we chose Sowmarpet instead of the touristy Coorg. Chiguru Homestay This homestay was one of…

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Chasing the monsoons in Chikmagalur

Chasing the monsoons in Chikmagalur

This is the time of the year where I usually plan my monsoon trip. Being my birthday falling on a weekday, I decided to make use of the combined holidays before my birthday. This three days’ journey to the rain kissed coffee plantations of Chikmagalur had become one of the most loved journey in my life. Read further to know what made this place so close to my heart! Day 1 – Trekking attempt to Mullayangiri peak, Kavilkandi viewpoint, Bababudangiri…

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Day trek in Uttari betta

Day trek in Uttari betta

Myself and one of my friend whom I met in Sharavathi valley trek had been thinking of planning a trip or a trek together. Being on a tight schedule, we had decided to chance ourselves upon a day trek near Bangalore. And finally zeroed on Uttari Betta Trek! 90 kms from the metropolitan city Bangalore, lies the Uttari village, which is the starting point of our 5 km trek. After a short hill climb entering the fort wall, we made…

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Coorg – The Scotland of India

Coorg – The Scotland of India

Railway station clock was ticking 10 past 11, I was sitting in station with a band of doubts combined with a twine of happiness. My bestie from college had got into the train by 09:00 pm in Chennai. I was supposed to get into train by 11:25. Female voice in station had announced that the train will be delayed by 10 minutes. I waited impatiently in the station. The waiting time had just casted the events which had happened 2 days back. I should have been in train to Kerala…

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Kunti Betta – My first ever trek.

Kunti Betta – My first ever trek.

It was an impulsive plan and I had no idea of making to the trek. But suddenly the travel bug prickled me to take it. Yo! Yo! It was my first and mast trekking experience. “Don’t live your life bound by the shackles of your own schedule” My roommate had booked “Night trek to Kunti betta” for four of us with thrillophilia. We were all set to start to Bangalore. Suddenly my friend received a call from the trek co-ordinator…

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Solo Trek to Sharavathi Valley

Solo Trek to Sharavathi Valley

“When the world seems dreary and without promise, and one thing after another has gone wrong, just walk up, step to the edge and see the world below. You will realize the true meaning of life.” Booking for the trek alone was the best decision I had ever taken at that moment, having gone through a lot for the past three months. How much ever I tried, I ended up thinking the same thing which I badly wanted to forget….

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Gokarna – On a Full moon night

Gokarna – On a Full moon night

“Waking up to the same routine day in and day out, my life seemed to pass me by.” I didn’t want my birthday to pass just like an another day of my life.  It started with a 12 hours journey in sleeper bus from Bangalore. Bus reached Gokarna by 8:00 am. Buzzing autos were there to take people to different beaches. Before starting my own experience, let me give a glimpse about Gokarna. Gokarna is a small temple town in…

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