Udupi, a Culinary Journey
-Rashmi Samant Welcome to the wholesome culinary world of Udupi, a small town in the southern state of Karnataka, India, that is renowned for its unique vegetarian cuisine. It is popularly believed that parts of this famous cuisine, which has become a worldwide phenomenon today, has its origins in the famous Sri Krishna Temple of
The Temples of Morena III – Hidden Gems
When I first visited the Morena region nearly fifteen years ago, with a focus on the sites of Mitaoli, Padhawali, Bateshwar and Kakanmath, those sites were little-known. Today, while those four see plenty of visitors, not just from nearby Gwalior but also from the national capital, it is time to talk of the larger
The Temples of Morena II – Padhawali and Kakanmath
The first thing that comes to mind when one thinks of Morena is a picture of heavily armed dacoits galloping through the Chambal badlands. Given the area’s past history of dacoit infestation, that picture is natural. But as seen in Mitaoli, there is another face to the district – a face that comprises priceless
The Temples of Morena I – Mitaoli
It was in the monsoon of 2006 that I first made the journey to Mitaoli. Back then, the drive from Gwalior took longer, parts of the road’s last stretch resembled Balakot after an IAF visit, the destination could not be found on GPS and only few locals had even heard of the place. Fourteen years
Temples of Ramanathapura, Karnataka
Ramanathapura, was an ancient religious place located on the bank of the river Kaveri and is considered one of the famous pilgrimages. There are many temples in the village, and all are built in Dravidian style. The ancient Ramanathapura village is also known as Samvartakapuri, Vahnikapura, and Tretapura. Sri. Vyasaraya swamy from Sosale Mutt established
Best River Islands of India to Visit
River islands are one of the most beautiful creations of the natural world. They are formed when sediment from the river accumulates and creates a landmass in the middle of the river. India has some of the most scenic river islands in the world and is also home to the largest and smallest river
Beautiful Bhagwan Shiva Statues of India
One of the most important deities in the Hindu pantheon, Lord Shiva is worshipped for his strength, power, knowledge, and for being the bearer of good fortune and spiritual liberation. Several statues of Lord Shiva are found in India, depicting him in various forms and manifestations and often featuring intricate carvings and decorations, adorned
Historical Temples of Udyavara
Four kilometres south of Udupi, the highway to Mangaluru branches off at a village called Udyavara. The setting could be easily mistaken for any other coastal village in the Tulunad region—Bhuta shrines and sacred Naga groves dotting the landscape, a river meandering her way to the sea, and a good measure of prosperity among
5 High Altitude Lakes of India
India is home to some of the most beautiful high-altitude lakes in the world. Stunning views, picturesque surroundings, and crystal-clear waters are what you can expect when you visit these high-altitude regions. Read on to find out more about accessing these regions and the best times to visit, so you can make the most
4 Ancient Universities of India
India is home to some of the oldest universities in the world which have played a major role in the development of math, technology, medicine, and other sciences. They led to the rise of some of the most influential philosophical and scientific ideas and can be seen as the genesis of the modern Indian