Observing symmetry in Nature. “Now this is the Law of the Jungle — as old and as true as the sky; And the Wolf that shall keep it may prosper, but the Wolf that shall break it must die. As the creeper that girdles the tree-trunk the Law runneth forward and back — For the…
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The central state of India, Madhya Pradesh, is known for its thick forest reserves and UNESCO World Heritage temples at Khajuraho. With six days in hand, we had to make a tough choice between 3 national parks, quaint towns, and iconic sights. Culture, wildlife, and a taste of rural India dominated our trip plan. On…
Read MoreAn interpretation of depth “Being terrified but going ahead and doing what must be done—that’s courage. The one who feels no fear is a fool, and the one who lets fear rule him is a coward.” ― Piers Anthony, Castle Roogna
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The Kandariya Art & Cultural Centre, in Khajuraho, doubles up as a museum and performance venue. The first room displays furniture and woodwork objects crafted by local artisans. Intricate carvings on wood and stone adorn different everyday objects such as doors, statues, trunks, and beds. The craftsmanship of the local artisans is truly remarkable. At…
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A trip to Bandhavgarh National Park gives you a fair idea of what might have inspired Rudyard Kipling to write, ‘The Jungle Book’. Although, it is believed, the Pench National Park or Kanha National Park might have provided the background for his iconic work. We didn’t see Sher khan (tiger), Bagheera (black panther) or…
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I’ve been off the blogsphere for the past month and a half. I had sworn never to give in to a long break. I’d like to say that I was in a remote place – without access to an internet connection. I’d like to say that I was secluded mountain village and I enjoyed being…
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We’re ambivalent of awards. Don’t get us wrong, but once you get stuck in the number game, it’s possible to lose focus of what you want to write about. That said, it does feel good that someone reads your blog (ours had been a zombie blog for months at end), and appreciates the effort that…
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Mumbai’s Bandra-Worli Sea Link connects the old part of the city to the suburbs. On closer inspection, the spokes of the bridge appear to converge, much like the people in the city – although diverse and eclectic – manage to co-exist in the fast-paced mayhem of city life.
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What’s a good trip about? It’s not about what you saw or missed seeing, clicked or didn’t, ate or skipped. It’s more about what you tried to do, maybe even observe. It could just be an attempt, but one that creates an experience. Get a glimpse of what it might have felt to sail on…
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Somewhere in a nondescript village, an electric spark has yet to light its first tungsten bulb. On a cold, dark night, there’s nothing much to do after sunset. There is no television, no radio or cellular network. The natural thing to do is look up at the night sky. Without towering skyscrapers or street lights,…
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