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Soul Nest at Pyramid Valley International – Trip 2

Jul 11th – 13th, 2026 The instructor’s soothing voice washes over the audience, holding them in rapt attention inside the womb of a mega pyramid, a gigantic structure which has been specifically designed to induce optimal focus in those who … Continue reading

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Avathihalli Railway Station Silk museum And Other Station Restorations By INTACH

July 2nd, 2026 A cloudy morning, gentle diffused sunlight and the aura of nostalgic heritage greets me as I stand before a relic of a bygone era that has been lovingly coaxed back to life. I am in the precincts … Continue reading

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Maddu thoppu – Justicia Wynaadensis

The bright green leaves bubble and boil in my pot of water and the colorless liquid miraculously and rapidly transforms into a brilliant indigo hue. Justicia Wynaadensis is performing its magic in my kitchen and I am transfixed by the … Continue reading

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Blackbucks of KGF/BGML Grasslands, Kolar

May 4th, 2025 My previous blog post which I hope you have read, spoke of my recent and rather futile expedition to Bethamangala lake where my friends and I had gone to photograph the Knob-billed ducks but ended up scoring a … Continue reading

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Samara Boutique Villa

Apr 6th – 8th, 2025 A profusion of fuchsia hued blooms dance in welcome, their vibrant clusters cascading in charmingly unruly fashion. Various species of tiny birds flit in and out of these paper thin bougainvillea bracts, as usual not … Continue reading

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Jayamangali Blackbuck Conservation Reserve, Tumkur

March 16th, 2025 If your Black Bu(i)ck can attain such lofty heights of ground clearance, would you call it ‘More bang for your Buck’? Well after a few bird photography jaunts with a friend of mine, this time we planned … Continue reading

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Fireflies Kabini

Feb 17th – 19th, 2025 A river runs alongside it! Lush green sprawling lawns, multihued blossoms popping out startlingly from the monochromatic verdancy, glistening blue waters lapping the not-so-distant shores, all day long melodious background birdsong, tall shade trees with … Continue reading

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Soul Nest at Pyramid Valley International

Jan 24th – 26th, 2025 You have probably heard of Rooms with a view but have you ever experienced a Room with a Wow? Four giant swings dangle imposingly from the ceiling. A spectacular sight indeed, heralding my entry into … Continue reading

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Pyramid Valley International

Jan 24th – 26th, 2025 The gigantic pyramid towers over the surroundings. Ensconced amidst lush greenery and picturesque landscapes, it stands silent and tall, providing a haven to all those who seek to meditate within its divine precincts. All around, … Continue reading

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Kshemavana – Naturopathy Treatment Center

The gigantic tortoise looms large as you approach. Gently beckoning me towards its protective canopy, it seems to reinforce the mantra that slow and steady is the way to go to win the prize of good health. Cliched though that … Continue reading

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