Travel is not just about going to new places or revisiting an old favourite one. It's also about the people that one meets along the way. It's not about forming lasting friendships but about ships that pass, bump into one another; nod, chat a while or simply move on. One thing I've noticed is that … Continue reading People and Places
Month: October 2017
Heritage of Hampi- carved in stone
The world heritage site of UNESCO informs us that "Hampi’s spectacular setting is dominated by river Tungabhadra, craggy hill ranges and open plains, with widespread physical remains. The sophistication of the varied urban, royal and sacred systems is evident from the more than 1600 surviving remains that include forts, riverside features, royal and sacred complexes, … Continue reading Heritage of Hampi- carved in stone
Heritage of Hampi- in the Bazaars of Vijaynagar
My stern in-house critic has commented disparagingly on the brevity of my blog posts. My protests that I wanted the focus to be the pictures not words, were dismissed with a shrug. So, this post will have more of words, though not all will be mine; I've used some by Sarojini Naidu as well. As … Continue reading Heritage of Hampi- in the Bazaars of Vijaynagar
Heritage of Hampi- Live life King (elephant) size!
There's a lot to see in Hampi and much to marvel at, the monuments are a photographer's delight and the panorama of huge boulders among green trees, fields and lawns; dotted with ruins of the Vijaynagar empire, stretches as far as the eye can see. It's a visual treat. But what I really, really wanted … Continue reading Heritage of Hampi- Live life King (elephant) size!
Oops and Wows
Taking off on a trip is not as easy or as hassle-free as all those travel channels make it out to be. It requires meticulous planning and attention to detail. Unless of course, one is prepared to wing it, rough it and take things as they come. (Where I'm concerned; the 1st and 3rd, … Continue reading Oops and Wows
Heritage of Hampi: some high-lights
Monuments and their ruins are fascinating places. The grandeur and the stunning, intricate architecture is expected, but what fascinates me more is the unexpected. The little surprises tucked away in nooks and crannies, the play of light and shadow from certain angles, a tiny carving in a corner that has so many details but is … Continue reading Heritage of Hampi: some high-lights
Heritage of Hampi- a very Kishkinda kinda kingdom
Hampi- now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, earlier an imperial city and the capital of the powerful and prosperous Vijaynagar Empire during the Middle Ages. So much has been written about the place already that anything I pen down would be mere repetition. And not a very good one either. There is a lot to … Continue reading Heritage of Hampi- a very Kishkinda kinda kingdom
What a ‘wada’!
A chance visit to Vishrambaug wada got me thinking once again about how little we value what we have until it's lost for ever. What was once the residence of the mighty Peshwas of Pune, is now a dusty and dilapidated looking structure, its imposing carved wooden facade seems overwhelmed by the constant … Continue reading What a ‘wada’!
Kaka, janaar ka?
They are mostly a maligned lot, notorious for being rude, refusing fares, grumbling about distance and rigging meters. I've met my share of those and defiantly take cabs in front of auto stands. But I've also met another type- they're the ones who cheerfully take you where you want to go, enliven the journey with … Continue reading Kaka, janaar ka?
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