Think about a scenario, where there are Celebrations lasting for nearly two weeks, wherever you see, devotees performing rituals to their departed ancestors, taking holy bath in rivers, special poojas to rivers, hundreds of priests reciting vedhic verses, musical concerts, religious lectures rendered by experts, all these happen during the pushkaram, worshipping the rivers by…
Mahamasthaka abhisheka – Bahubali statue Shravanabelagola
The first among the seven wonders in India, the largest monolithic statue in the world, attracting thousands of tourists every day is the statue of Gommateswara or Bahubali installed in the place called Shravanabelagola. You can reach this place which is at 51 km to the south of the state center Hassan in Karnataka. The…
Jet Airways would start Trichy-Mumbai service soon
As per the latest updates, Jet Airways are planning to launch Trichy- Mumbai flight service. A report has been submitted by the private carrier giants to the DGCA [Directorate General of Civil Aviation] about their interest in the same. The DGCA in turn sought comments on their proposal to the AAI [Airport Authority of India]….
Bookings are open for the 65th edition of Nehru trophy boat race 2017
The much awaited event in Kerala, the Alleppey Nehru Boat Race is scheduled on 12th of August 2017. Tourists from all over the world are keenly looking forward for the booking procedures and make sure they get a chance to witness one of the most popular events all over the world. Tens of thousands of…
Attention Foodies: Do not miss Jigarthanda if you ever visit the vibrant city of Madurai
Madurai, one of my favourite personal haunts when I crave for some delicious Tamil Nadu food. It is one of those destinations, or perhaps I would say “THE DESTINATION” to relish the real flavor of Tamil Nadu. It is popular for its Idly-Sambhar, Kari-Dosha and my favourite Jigarthanda. Jigarthanda is a refreshing drink which the…
5 tips to Eat healthy while you travel
Personally I am a hard core foodie, but when I travel I control my junk food temptations. For some it is exciting to try exotic foods, but be choosy when you eat. What you intake does matter a lot while you are on a tour. Let me drop in some tips on how to eat…
5 Mobile applications that may come in handy while you travel
Travel has become so easy and fun in this era of highly advanced technology. Gadgets and mobile applications are the best companions of avid travellers. There are a whole lot of applications which may prove handy at various situations while you travel. Though there are many, I am penning down some of the most used…
A visit to the holy Arunachala Temple and the Ramana Maharshi Ashram
Somethings always amaze me, like this ancient temple Arunachaleeswarar and the Ramana Maharshi Ashram close to it. The Arunachala Temple or the Arunachaleeswarar Temple is at Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu at the foothills of the Arunachala Hills. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple represents fire and is visited by millions of devotees every year. It is…
Why make a visit to Kerala during monsoon?
Being a Keralite, I often feel proud and never miss a chance to boast of my homeland’s beauty. Kerala as we know has reserved its name at the top of the tourist charts all over the world. It is one among the top 10 hot spots and millions fly here during the season time which…
Women drivers enter the tourism scene
In India, women were never considered as a workforce, rather they were restricted within the 4 walls of their household. However things have changed now and women have moved on par with men in all aspects of life. They are everywhere and even prove to be better than men. Lately women entered the hospitality and…