Badami Banashankari Shakthipeetha in North Karnataka

Deepamale at Banashnkari Temple Badami

“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

From Nenapirali Song to Real Life – My Visit to Karanji Kere Mysore

Karanji Lake Mysore

Have you heard this beautiful Kannada song from the movie Nenapirali? Koorak Kukkaralli Kere,Telak Karanji Kere,Lovvige… ee LovvigeChamundi betta ide, Kannambadi katte ide,Lovvige… ee Lovvige… It simply means, “We have Kukkarahalli Lake to sit, and Karanji Lake to float, when in love.” The song also mentions Chamundi Hills and the Kannambadi bridge (near KRS). All … Read more

From the Epic Mahabharata to the Wadeyar Dynasty – Journey of the Golden Throne

Golden throne of Mysore

When I visited Mysore Palace, I was already excited to see the famous Golden Ambari used during the Dasara procession. But along with that, one more treasure inside the palace caught my deep interest — the Golden Throne. It is not just a decorative royal seat placed for display. It represents the power, history, and … Read more

Mysuru Rail Museum – A Simple Anniversary Visit

Locomotives, old engines Mysore rail museum

Google Maps Location: Rail Museum Mysore For my 4th wedding anniversary, it was already a pandemic situation. We didn’t get a chance to travel anywhere that time, like we usually do for every anniversary. So when we cannot go far, we simply go to Mysuru — my all-time favourite place to hang out and relax. … Read more