The Indian railways have added an additional feature to the weekly Yeshwantpur express (train no 06540 ) in form of a vistadome coach. Now what is a vistadome coach? It is a special coach which is made for best viewing of the scenery outside while travelling on a scenic train route. This train travels from…
Hoysaleshwara temple in Halebidu in the Hassan district of Indian state of Karnataka was commissioned by King Vishnuvardhan of Hoysala empire. The construction was started in 1121 and completed in 1160. Hoysaleshwara temple is one of the most beautiful ancient temples of Karnataka. It is one of the most popular Hoysala temples and is lauded…
Chennakeshava temple at Belur, Hassan district, Karnataka is probably the most sophisticated and grand temple built in the Hoysala empire. The temple was commissioned by King Vishnuvardhan in 1117 AD after he won a major military campaign in 1116. Belur was earlier also known by the name velapuri and was the capital of Hoysala empire….
Hole Malleshwaraswamy temple is dedicated to lord Shiva and is located at a beautiful location on the banks of river Hemavathi at the entrance of Sakleshpur town near the road bridge over river Hemavathi. Sakleshwaraswamy temple is located little way across the road. While visiting from Bangalore – Mangalore on the highway, you will come…
Highway hotels or dhabas have been part of our life who travels in India. Today I will share a review one such eatery on Old Madras road towards Hoskote when one is travelling from Bangalore. The name of the hotel itself is Highway Hotel. Such small roads side eateries many times hold the amazing real…
Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC)’s Hotel Mayura Valley View is one of its premier hotel. Located at one of the highest points of Madikeri town, it gives picturesque view and pleasant stay. It is located very near to Raja’s seat and less than a kilometer from the bus stand. Watch a video review of…
Check a time lapse video of nature as viewed from KSTDC Mayura Valley View at Madikeri, Coorg, Karnataka.
Bandipur located in Nilgiri biosphere at the border of Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu is one of the most rich wild habitat in India. It is famous for Tiger population. Watch a video of wildlife play at Bandipur.
Musical fountains are fun to watch. Here goes a video of musical fountain at Almatti dam, Bijapur district, Karnataka. The song which was actually played during the musical fountain was “Kudiyon Ka Nasha Pyare” but as it is a copyright item, it has been layovered by another song.
