Goa
I have been to Goa four times but all in summer months! After reading hidden secrets i feel like making a trip now, during monsoon. Great piece of work Madhu! Keep writing!
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Hammocks
I might be mistaken Madhu but I think Hammocks were invented by Pre Inca Amazonians of South America (around Peru), made from tree barks. They slept on it to avoid snakes and insects. Not too sure of it, but was told to me by a… Read More »Hammocks
This site looks cool
Hey Madhu, This site looks great man, must congratulate you on this. I am also a bit of a self styled traveller and can sure tell you that this looks really cool. Cheers P
Tractor Safari at Kolar
Introduction Kolar is a unique weekend getaway from Bangalore. It has something different for everyone in the family. Gold fields, Valmiki’s Ashram from Ramayana, Silk farms, Wool spinning units, temples like the Kotilingesvara temple with ten million lingams, Adventure Sports, Black Buck safari are on the menu. And just… Read More »Tractor Safari at Kolar
Naneghat Climb
Naneghat is said to have been constructed by the Satvahan dynasty that ruled this region from 100BC to 300AD (approximately 350 years). It is a pass, which, once in the history, enjoyed prime importance. The purpose of this pass was to connect Junnar, their chief… Read More »Naneghat Climb
Mayan Hammocks
We all have read about the great Mayan civilisation and its cultural contribution to the world. But did you know that the hammock was invented by them? They crafted this from the back of the hamack tree.
Kiwi wonder
“Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukakapikimaungahoronukupokaiwhenuakitanatahu” is the name of a hill in New Zealand and is indeed the longest name of a place in the world. In Maori language it means “”the hill where Tamatea, the man with the big knee who slid, climbed and swallowed mountains, played his… Read More »Kiwi wonder
Hell is in Norway
Hell is the name of a village in Norway. Due to its name, it attracts many tourists who line up to take a photo at various points in the village where there is a sign board! Hell Blues festival has been a traditional annual event… Read More »Hell is in Norway
When in Milan, Smile
As per law, citizens are supposed to smile at all times in public in Milan. Offenders are liable for a fine. An exemption is made for visitors at hospitals and those attending funerals. A grumpy face can leave you with damages of Euro 100!
Tagore’s Inspiration
Rabrinath Tagore composed his first play on the pristine beaches of Devbagh. He said Devbagh reminds us that the beauty of nature is not a mirage of imagination but reflects the joy of the infinite and draws us to lose ourselves into it.