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TGI Redolent Resort, Coorg

Sep 27th – 29th, 2025 When you have the finest view of the resort right from your balcony, it’s tempting to spend most of your time simply letting nature serenade you with its rhythm, as you indulgently sink into a … Continue reading

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Trishvam Tapovana – Sakleshpura

The serene countenance of the Buddha greets me as I enter the large gates of the property. Seeming to exude a peace that diffuses through the surroundings, this certainly is an apt figure to represent the equally tranquil and placid … Continue reading

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The Tamara Kodai – Activities

When I had planned to visit Kodaikanal, I had envisioned a quiet serene place where the most strenuous activity would involve merely chewing my food. But I was certainly off track, as I realized from the numerous tracks … and … Continue reading

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The Tamara Kodai – Cuisine

I actually went to The Tamara Kodai with no expectations as to what the food would be like. I assumed that this would be yet another place serving what I call ‘Resort cuisine’ and wonderful as that might be, I … Continue reading

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The Tamara Kodai – An Overview

I walked into a Christmas card in November!!! The phrase Pretty as a Picture, may be cliched to shreds but at times it is the first one that springs to mind, hence I will begin by thus labelling The Tamara … Continue reading

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Dinosaur Park and Museum – Raiyoli, Balasinor, Gujarat

A gigantic dinosaur rises up over the horizon, its large mouth agape in a silent roar or is that a huge smile? đŸ˜€ A terrifyingly friendly welcome, deep within Raiyoli, a remote village of India. ‘Meet the Rajasaurus narmadensis which means … Continue reading

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Balasinor, Gujarat – Things to do

When one stays at the Garden Palace Heritage Homestay at Balasinor, Gujarat, there is ample entertainment provided by the nearly 40 species of resident birds and someone like me will be able to pass all their time just chasing them … Continue reading

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Garden Palace, Balasinor, Gujarat – Balasinori Cuisine

In the previous post we were exploring the Heritage stay at the Garden Palace Balasinor in the erstwhile princely state of Balasinor in Gujarat, India. While the place has its old world charm and the surrounding attractions include a world … Continue reading

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Garden Palace, Balasinor – Gujarat

When you are escorted by a convoy that thunders along the highway accompanied by several staff members, when you serendipitously encounter a majestic elephant en route and when you are finally welcomed by the strains of the Shehnai and drumming … Continue reading

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Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, Gujarat

The Champaner and Pavagadh Archaeological Park region is located in the Panchmahal district of Gujarat, India. Apart from having relics that date back to prehistoric ages, Champaner which is situated at the foot of the Pavagadh hills, was also a … Continue reading

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