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Road Trips from Chennai
Architecture & Design
The Great Living Chola Temples – Vol I: Brihadeeswara Temple
In and around Thanjavur are The Great Living Chola Temples, three temple complexes dating back to the 11th and 12th centuries. Built by the...
Culture & Heritage
From a billion years ago.
Thwack. Down came the elephant’s trunk on my head, in a gesture of blessing. I was surprised at how gentle it was, gentle giants...
Architecture & Design
Streets of Pondicherry – Part I: Art
New Settlement. That is Pudicheri for you. Interpreted into Pondicherry by and for the French.
From the Romans who came here to trade in the 1st...
Culture & Heritage
Pondicherry, Racist much?
Pondicherry has South India’s most distinctive sub culture. They say if you can't afford a ticket to Europe, travel to Pondicherry instead. Stroll through...
Andhra Pradesh
Into The Jungle: Tada Falls
Ubbalamadugu in Andhra Pradesh is a popular trekking and road trip destination from Chennai. Located in Tada, deep in the jungle of Satyavedu just north...
Andhra Pradesh
Artisan Villages of Andhra Pradesh: Karipakam
South Indian Silk Sarees have always been known for their elegance. Be it from Telangana, Andhra, Karnataka or Tamil Nadu, every saree is unique...
Andhra Pradesh
Go Flamingo, Go!
The Flamingo Festival in Andhra Pradesh is an annual affair by the State Government to increase awareness about the conservation of Flamingos, which make...