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For the Armchair Traveller
Explore the captivating realm of South India, where history and culture converge. Unwind with our in-depth blogs on Karnataka's diverse attractions and discoveries.
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Vidya Neel
Nov 13, 20243 min read
From Temple to Loom: The Influence of Lepakshi Murals on Dharmavaram Sarees
The 16th century Lepakshi temple murals are an inspiration for today's Dharmavaram Silk Sarees
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Poornima Dasharathi
Sep 10, 20242 min read
The Timeless Art of Mysuru Wooden Inlay
(PC: Vidya Neel) If you stepped into a Mysuru home  in the 1980s or 90s, you would likely be greeted by stunning rural scenes  crafted in...
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Poornima Dasharathi
Aug 28, 20242 min read
The Nandis of Nandi Hills
Nandi Hills is a popular weekend getaway from Bengaluru. Whether it's on cycles, motorcycles or cars, one will eventually find more...
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Poornima Dasharathi
Nov 3, 20234 min read
Tryst with the Tiger of Mysore – An Unhurried tour of Srirangapatna & Mysuru
It began with a request from an old online acquaintance, Paul Nixon , for a tour of Srirangapatna & Mysuru. Paul is an expert on British...
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Poornima Dasharathi
Dec 31, 20225 min read
The Story of Hampi
Much has been written about, Hampi – a UNESCO World Heritage City in South India. Parallels are drawn to Angkor Wat in Cambodia or to...
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Usha Hariprasad
Jul 20, 20193 min read
A Glimpse in to Three Generations of Modern Sculptures
The Itihasa exhibition at NGMA, Bangalore was a revelation. It showcased the work of 22 sculptures who were the first group of modernists...
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Usha Hariprasad
Jul 17, 20193 min read
Raja Ravi Varma and his paintings
Critics have called Raja Ravi Varma’s paintings by many names- kitsch, vulgar naturalism, not real art etc. The artist was also termed as...
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Usha Hariprasad
Mar 5, 20192 min read
Gayana Samaja-Oldest Cultural Institution
A couple of days back I had cause to visit Gayana Samaja at KR Road. The occasion was Nagaswara performance by Chinnamanur A Vijay...
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Usha Hariprasad
Feb 9, 20193 min read
Lepakshi Attractions
Lepakshi is a wonderful weekend destination from Bangalore. Located in Anantapura district it is around 120 km from the city. There are...
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Usha Hariprasad
Oct 12, 20182 min read
Dasara walk- A glimpse in to History and Culture
The streets in the city are full of dolls this Dasara. They are innovative not to mention beautiful. The dolls are varied- while some are...
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Usha Hariprasad
Aug 10, 20183 min read
Treasures in an Antique Store
A visit to an antique store is akin to a virtual journey back in to the past. The antiques are like treasures ushering you back to...
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