These days, trekking has become a trend. I’ll be honest — even I first discovered Yana through social media reels. But once I actually visited the place, I realized one thing very clearly: Yana is not just a reel location. It’s a real adventure. So today, let me take you along on my journey to … Read more
Though I had visited Bengaluru once or twice before, I shifted here in 2011 for a job. After completing my BCA graduation, I got selected through campus placement and joined Wipro. Since my office was in Electronic City, I chose to stay in Madiwala in a PG accommodation. When I first moved to Bangalore, I … Read more
“Badami Banashankari Ninna Padaka Shambooko“ This sacred nara is heard in almost every household of North Karnataka. It means, “Salutations at your feet, Banashankari Amma.” For many families, this line is spoken before starting any good work or auspicious occasion. I have been visiting Banashankari Temple since I was one year old. For us, Banashankari … Read more
Location: South Bangalore Garden Size: Around 240 acres Best Time: Early morning or late afternoon for walks; flower show during January/August Highlights: Glass House, Lalbagh Lake, Lalbagh Rock, Bonsai Garden, Flower Show displays Ask any Bangalorean which place they prefer to hang out on a weekend with family, and I am sure most would answer … Read more
Every time I passed through Bull Temple Road in Basavanagudi, I used to wonder how it got it’s name. Such a simple name became so well known in Bengaluru. Later, I understood that the name is very literal. “Bull” refers to Basava or Nandi, and “Gudi” means temple in Kannada. That is how Basavanagudi got … Read more
