environmentBest of Narkanda - HatuMata Temple & more

Best of Narkanda - HatuMata Temple & more

Depending on who you ask, this is a temple dedicated either toĀ MandodariĀ or theĀ Goddess KaaliĀ orĀ Draupadi. There seems to be a definite lack of consensus about the identity of the reigning deity he...

environmentNawalgarh to Narkanda by road

Nawalgarh to Narkanda by road

For a moment there though we were truly terrified. Neither of us had ever driven on snow or ice before! I drove on gamely, although to be truthful, I could feel the odd tyre spinning freely. The ca...

environmentMumbai to Udaipur Road Trip

Mumbai to Udaipur Road Trip

A Mumbai to Udaipur road trip is a pretty straight - forward dash of 750KMS or so along the NH 48. The excellent roads mean one can get there in about 10 hours driving time. This is way better than...

animalsThe best in Ooty - Places to stay & things to do

The best in Ooty - Places to stay & things to do

The Kings Cliff has the most quaint restaurant called the Earl's Secret which serves the most awesome continental food. Beef was of course off the menu (tragic) or it was unavailable that evening.Ā 

animalsMasinagudi VS Bandipur

Masinagudi VS Bandipur

If your objective is to sight a Tiger, then Bandipur is certainly the better bet. On the other hand, if you love lush green forests nestled in the foothills, nothing comes close to Masinagudi

environmentChikmagalur VS Coorg - Which is better!

Chikmagalur VS Coorg - Which is better!

Having visited both places, I can safely vouch in the Chikmagalur VS Coorg discussion, the latter wins, anyday. The caveat - if lush green hills, coffee plantations and offbeat stays is what you're...