Dona Paula is a popular tourist destination for both domestic and international travelers in the Indian state of Goa. During tourist season this is a place of hectic activity and can be over crowded as well. I visited there towards the end of October in 2012. I found a lot of Tibetans selling cloths on…
After my trip to Kumbhalgarh towards the end of July 2012, I was planing a trip this long holiday weekend (31st Aug – 3rd Sep). Joined by 3 other friends we hired an Indica car for a day trip. The idea was to cover as much as we can in the Anantpur district of Andhra…
Bolgatty palace was originally built by the Dutch on an island now known as Bolgatty island. It is one of the oldest Dutch palaces outside the Netherlands. It was built by the Dutch traders and later served as the Governor’s place for the commander of the Dutch Malabar. It served as home to the British…
I was waiting at the A1 gate area of the CSI Airport, Mumbai on my return trip from Club Mahindra resort Kumbalgarh, Rajasthan last year. A girl of African decent came with a trolley bag and sat beside. She looked tired. Sometime passed and I was busy with my smartphone. By chance my eye fell…
Cherai beach is located around 25 km from Cochin (Kochi) on the western coast of Vypin island. From Fort Kochi there is regular boat service to Vypin island. Cherai beach is one of the best long pristine white sand beach around Kochi. I visited there in the afternoon in the month of May. It was…
Traveling is not easy given the high cost involved. If you think of backpacking where a traveler fixes a certain amount for a day’s expense is not for every body. The secret to successful traveling is good planning and clear vision of your need. If you are planning to go holidaying with your family then…
The plan to visit Lepakshi temple was long on the drawing board and even took time to write about it. We visited it in August 2012. Location: Anantapur district, Andhra Pradesh Distance: 120 km from Bangalore (Karnataka) and 15 km from Hindupur in Andhra Pradesh How to reach there: By private vehicle directly to Lepakshi…
Apart from the pristine beaches of Goa, Basilica of Bom Jesus is one of the most visited destination. It is a UNESCO world heritage site. Construction started in 1594 and was Completed in 1605 during Portuguese rule. Located in old Goa, it contains the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier in well decorated box. The…
I viewed this nice Discovery channel documentary which gives an insight into the ancient civilization of India. How the heady mix of people came to India. Watch the videos to know some very interesting information.
