Mini getaways are my go-to when I need a bit of a break from the rigors of the week. And Karnataka offers no dearth of them. So when I craved a time-out from work and city life, hubby and I jumped at the chance to go exploring just one of the many sights on our list. This time, we chose Shivasamudram Falls. Our research promised that it would be invigorating, and it didn’t … [Read more...] about Shivasamudram Falls – Karnataka
Landscapes
Hampi – Karnataka, India
Anjana Parvat in Hampi India (Where Lord Hanuman was Born) Anjana Temple Hampi Karnataka India Coconut Trees Hampi Vijayanagara Coracle boat ride in Pampa Sarovar Hampi India Hampi - Karnataka India Ganesha stone idols Hampi Karnataka India - Temple ruins Ganesh Temple in Hampi Karnataka India Hampi Karnataka India Pictures Hampi … [Read more...] about Hampi – Karnataka, India
Glyngarth Villa Resort – Ooty India
On a spontaneous October 2011 road-trip to the ethereal hill-station Ooty in the Southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, we stumbled upon a quaint place we’ll never forget – the Glyngarth Heritage Resort.The Resort, Rooms and, More Importantly, the BathroomsAt about 275 km from our home in Bangalore, Ooty took about six and a half hours to reach in our own car. This was one of the … [Read more...] about Glyngarth Villa Resort – Ooty India
Karanji Lake – Mysore – India
At the bottom of Chamundi Hills of Mysore city, one of the biggest and most beautiful lakes of Karnataka, the famous Karanji Lake is located. The entire area of the lake is about 90 acres mostly surrounded by well maintained plants & trees. The lake ‘Karanji Kere’ as it is called was a percolation tank built by the King of Mysore 100 years ago to facilitate water supply. … [Read more...] about Karanji Lake – Mysore – India
Monasteries of Ladakh
The magnificent monasteries of Ladakh are most attractive of tourist attractions for people from all over India and abroad. These monasteries are peace abodes of the monks of various orders of Buddhism providing the ideal getaway for pursuit of spiritualism and study of religion. Amazingly built on steep mountain slopes the monasteries are indeed architectural marvels and … [Read more...] about Monasteries of Ladakh
Nubra Valley – Ladakh
Located 150 Km north of Lah, the Nubra Valley derives its name form Ldumra (the valley of flowers). It is the confluence of Shyok and the Nubra River creating a wide valley that separates the main land Ladakh from the Karakoram ranges. The valley is full of surprises for the casual visitor who expects snow covered peaks, the valley being at 10000 feet above the mean sea level. … [Read more...] about Nubra Valley – Ladakh
Pangong Lake – Ladakh
Literally meaning “Lake of the Great Hollow”, the Pangong lake lies 160 Km southeast of the capital town ofLehand is certainly one of the most mesmerizing sights of Ladakh. Technically speaking it is the largest endoheric lake inAsiaand lies at an altitude of 13,900 feet above the sea level. Though salty the water of this lake is crystal clear displaying a breathtaking … [Read more...] about Pangong Lake – Ladakh
Banasura – Wayanad Kerala
The Virgin Beauty of Banasura Island Resort in Wayanad The Banasura Sagar in Wayanad, Kerela which is the second largest earth dam is Asia is truly one of the most breath taking places in God’s Own Country. In midst of this huge reservoir lies the Banasura Island Resort, a 15 acre spread of heaven on earth. Both the landscapes as well as the surroundings … [Read more...] about Banasura – Wayanad Kerala
Devbagh Beach Resort
Visit of the Legend Devbagh Beach is a beautiful beach of South Kanara, which is full of natural beauty. It is famous beach where the renowed poet and the legendary artist Gurudev Ravindranath Tagore had visited and lost in the scenic beauty of the nature way back in 1916. Mostly known as the land of landscapes, Devbagh is located on the … [Read more...] about Devbagh Beach Resort