The Elephant Head God Comes Calling At Karpaka Vinayakar Temple
Karpaka Vinayakar Temple is also known as Pillayarpatti Pillayar temple. The temple is a rock-cut cave shrine dedicated to Lord Ganesha. The temple is located at a place called Thiruppatthur in the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu. At the cave temple, ...
The Masked Hill Stations Of South India
Be what the weather may, be it summer, winter or monsoon, nobody would hesitate a quick break at a hill station. A few days in the refreshing climate would rejuvenate one from the hustle and bustle of a hectic work life ...
Chettinad – More Than Just A Fantastic Cuisine!
Chettinad, the word that is popular throughout the country due to the exceptional cuisine that everybody's familiar with, is actually a region in the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu. The word "Chetti" is a Sanskrit word, which means wealth. Chettiar is ...
Offbeat Trekking Destinations In South India
Are you planning a weekend which is dedicated to trekking? Have a look at some of the offbeat trekking trials in South India which must definitely be a part of your list. From a heart-shaped lake to diving into a natural ...
Get Brownies And Burgers As Prasad At The Shrine Of Jaya Durga Peetham
The first image which would come to the your mind when hear the word prasad would be either of laddoos, payasam, pongal, barfis, etc. For a change imagine burgers and yummy brownies as prasad. Well this would attract more number foodies ...
Visit The Second Largest Danish Fort In The World – Fort Dansborg In Tamil Nadu
India is a land of rich heritage. The country has seen the rule of many powerful dynasties that have influenced the culture of the people. The rule of these empires can be still seen today, in the form of relics they ...
7 Popular Trekking Trails Near Chennai
An activity like trekking will instantly give us the image of Himalayas and since it isn't very close, it might be demotivating. But luckily, South India is blessed with beautiful terrain that offers place for lots of adventure activities. If the ...
The Hidden Hamlet Of Avalanche In Ooty
Around 1800 years ago, a huge avalanche had hit a region in the present Nilgiri district of Tamil Nadu and since then the place called Avalanche which has become a famous tourist spot near Ooty. The thick and dense forest cover ...
Why is Pulicat Lake India's Second Largest Lagoon?
Nestled on the border of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, Pulicat Lake is India's second largest lagoon. Although 90% of the lake falls in Andhra Pradesh, the other 10% comes under Protected Areas of Tamil Nadu. This beautiful lake comes under ...
Adventure Diaries – Trekking At The Kolli Hills
Kolli Hills is a serene and secluded mountain range, which is located 257 km from Bangalore and 100 km from Trichy (Tiruchirappalli), Tamil Nadu. It is at an altitude of 1200 m above sea level. The hill is covered with medicinal ...
Seeking Peace At Aurobindo Ashram Pondicherry
Located on the Rue de la Marine in Pondicherry is the Sri Aurobindo Ashram which is one of the well known ashrams in the country, and attracts people not only from India but also from across the world who come here ...
The Endearing Landmark Of Mylapore: Sri Kapaleeswarar Temple
Located in Mylapore, in Chennai, is the well-known temple of Kapaleeswarar dedicated to Lord Shiva and Karpagambal who is none other than his consort Parvathi. The temple is a fine example of Dravidian architecture, which is said to be built around ...