Avani Betta Trek at a distance of just 96.3 km from Bangalore, good weekend destination. Place where Sita Devi gave birth to Luva and Kusha

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I never knew what the daffodils look like till the first time I saw them in Lucerne Switzerland… I gently cupped them in my palms. It was purely magical! I read about the for the first time in seventh grade, a poem by William Wordsworth. They must be really special since a great poet is
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Pujari from Avani Betta He explained significance of Goddess Sita Temple. Childless couples come visiting this temple to pray for offspring.

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Besides lazy beaches, happening parties, Goan cuisine, nice tropical weather there is a lot more to experience and consume visually in Goa.

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The word ‘Little’ in Little Rann of Kutch can be misleading. It is not little as it sounds but a huge area of 5000sqkm. Little Rann of Kutch is smaller compared to Great Rann of Kutch, together they form India’s largest district – Kutch. (In size, Kutch surpasses the states like Kerala and Haryana.) Little
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Ahmedabad Old City Heritage Walk - Mandir se Masjid tak, cultural places of India's first world heritage city, timing, distance, photo essay

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Adalaj Stepwell, or Adalaj Ni Vav as known locally, is a 15th century architectural wonder of India. Only a couple of months back I had been to Rani Ki Vav in Patan, a step well of 11th century. That visit had increased my desire to know more about stepwells of India. Googling further revealed that
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During my recent trip to Gujarat I had the privilege of meeting Abdul Gafur Khatri, Rogan artist, in Nirona village, near Bhuj Gujarat. Gafur Bhai, as he is popularly known, is the head of the last family producing the unique traditional Rogan Art. He was awarded the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award by the Government
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A dusty winding path in Nirona, Bhuj, led to Gafoorbhai’s home. It was worth the effort to see Kutchi Rogan Painting – Nirona’s antiquity. Gujarat is a hub of traditional art and crafts, each one so colourful and creative. The most colourful handicraft creations have come from this dry arid region. Men and women both
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There are so many awesome places where you can spend your winters in India. What if I say you can spend chilly wintry days in a desert too? Unbelievable isn’t it! Well, I am just back with loads of good memories of my mesmerizing stay at Rann Utsav (Desert Festival) 2021 in Rann of Kutch
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Jasmine plant in my balcony garden has flowered again. It is the Arabian Jasmine variety. I did get some learning experiences along the way about How to grow jasmine plant, that too in a pot in my balcony. To my pleasant surprise, they are not just one or two, but hand full of them continuously
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Continuing with my journey through Bijapur, this week I relate my experiences at whispering gallery Gol Gumbaz. Gol Gumbaz is the second largest dome in the world, the first being St. Peter’s Basilica, Rome. It is the tomb of Mohammed Adil Shah (1627-56 AD), the 7th ruler of this dynasty. Adil Shah II wanted a
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Recently I was reading an article which focused on how to motivate children towards good thoughts, good activities and good results. Most often we are successful with the “carrot dangling just ahead” method. What about us? Don’t we too need motivation to surge ahead in life?  Most of us are in such a stage of
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Have you ever done anything in life on an impulse, without thinking much, on the spur of a moment? I have! It was during a coracle ride on Tungabhadra River in Hampi. It was Christmas eve of 2010. We were holidaying in Hampi and that afternoon we were strolling along the banks of the river
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Nadabet, because of its unique location, is being developed into a tourist attraction. Besides taking selfies at Nadabet Seema Darshan, there are other interesting things to do. Bird lovers, nature photographers, adventure lovers and last but not the least, the patriots – there is something for all. BSF along with Gujarat Tourism board has developed
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Sun Temple Modhera of Mehsana district is a cool day trip destination from Ahmedabad. It is worth adding this 10 centuries old temple to your itinerary of Gujarat if you intend to travel further west, especially to places like Dholavira Harappan Site, Bhuj or Little Rann of Kutch. We had this in our 4 days
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The three eyes of Maa Durga have a special meaning. Pandals may have different themes, so also the way Goddess is depicted with her family. But the basic form of Goddess with her 10 arms and 3 eyes has never changed. Mahalaya Welcoming Maa Durga Before I explain the eyes, little bit about Mahalaya. Mahalaya
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Rani ki Vav translates to Queen’s step well, but to pass it off as just a well would be unfair. It was made by a Queen for her King, and was designed to be a reservoir, a seven layered step well, an inverted temple with a maze of steps – Rani ki Vav Step Well
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