Friday photo: Madurai
by I was in Madurai last weekend on week, when I stayed at the lovely Heritage (more on it soon), went on food walks and explored …
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The crafts of Kutch
With the Rann Utsav on, I thought it was time to look back on my holiday in Kutch in the winter of 2012 – and …
Why Abu Simbel inspires awe
Abu Simbel, yet another icon of the utter stunningness that is Egypt… After the great pyramids of Giza, perhaps these imposing temples grace the most …
The Chalukya kings and the cradle of temple architecture
The cradle of Indian temple architecture. Before I leave for the Chalukya temples of north Karnataka, I come across this phrase in all the guidebooks …
Once upon a time
When Scotsman Peter Orr moved to Chennai (then Madras Presidency) in the mid 19th century, he must have had no idea that he would become …
Storied Mansions
For those of you who wanted more information on Chettinad, here is a complete guide… This appeared in the January issue of National Geographic Traveller… …
A morning at Ranakpur
A couple of years ago, I was in Udaipur during winter, staying with an extremely warm and friendly family at their homestay. My host was …
Friday photo: Rann of Kutch
One evening on the salt plains at the Rann of Kutch… Also see: Friday photo series