I am inspired by my feathered friends, they teach me the essence of life, the lessons of life, they remind me how to exist and co-exist and to enjoy every moment. Everytime, I feel low, I think of them flying…
Enveloped in the Wild; Sikkim
This is a common sight of the enveloped wild flower !! a member of the orchid family ; while trekking from Yuksom to Tsokha on the Goecha La Trek route within Kanchenjunga National Park.
History on the Wall, Hoysaleswar Temple, Halebidu
About 2 hours drive away from Bangalore, The Hoysaleswar Temple in Halebidu is nearly 900 years old and has survived many invasions and attempts of destruction and the ravages of time. The temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is situated in…
Glimpses at Night-Durga Puja in Kolkata
It is that time of the year in Autumn when Kolkata (erstwhile capital of British India) turns into a celebration of life, love and faith. The city turns into a grand art gallery by the day and appears to be…
Ruins of Mandu, Enduring Time and Tide
Mandu is a city with mostly ruined monuments that are dated earlier than 16th century and have endured the ravages of time. I saw ruins nearly every 100 metres while driving around Mandu. Some Mandu Ruins were named and had a…
Humanity: Glimpses of Bead Sellers in Maheshwar
Maheshwar is a riverside town in India. Located on the banks of river Narmada in Maheshwar, this town is popular for its quaint temples, the fort that once housed brave Maratha Queen Ahilyabai and its rich handloom. I spent a…
Wordless Wednesday: Filtered Light
Man & Monkey: Dialogue of Love & Understanding
I often wonder about the emotions of animals and birds, observing them closely. These pictures depict an unexpressed dialogue between man and monkey. The bond between mother and child transcends boundaries of life and death. A monkey comforting her brood on…
Wordless Wednesday: In Search of Water
Life along the Narmada, Omkareshwar
Having lived in tropical countries most of my life, hot summer (April-May) is all about an affair with mangoes and other seasonal fruits largely remaining indoors during the day . This year was no different and as usual I was suffering from parting blues…