This blog is a journey through India’s lesser-known heritage, uncovering the spiritual, cultural, and architectural treasures of ancient sites. From sacred landscapes to forgotten temples, we explore the stories, symbolism, and philosophies that have shaped Indian civilization. Join us in rediscovering the wisdom of our past!
- Niti Village: A remote Himalayan Paradise on the Indo-Tibetan BorderHave you ever heard of a place where people live for only six months a year, leaving it abandoned for the rest? Niti Village is… Read more: Niti Village: A remote Himalayan Paradise on the Indo-Tibetan Border
- Gandikota: A Hidden Paradise with Hindu-Islamic Cultural Influences
A place in India that doesn’t feel like India. A paradise where the sky meets breathtaking rock formations, shaped by time itself. Yes, I am… Read more: Gandikota: A Hidden Paradise with Hindu-Islamic Cultural Influences - Nicholson Cemetery: A Haunting Journey Through Delhi’s Forgotten Battlefield and Colonial Architecture
Echoes of a Forgotten Battlefield As someone from Kerala, a land that never witnessed massive battlefields like the 1857 Revolt, walking through Nicholson Cemetery in… Read more: Nicholson Cemetery: A Haunting Journey Through Delhi’s Forgotten Battlefield and Colonial Architecture - The Doors of Chettinad: Whispers from the Past
Chettinad, the name alone evokes images of vibrant colors, the rich aroma of spices, and a culture deeply woven with tradition. But beyond its famous… Read more: The Doors of Chettinad: Whispers from the Past - Geoffrey Bawa’s Modernist Vision: The Jayawardane House
It was a rainy day in Sri Lanka when my friend Aswin Raju and I set off from Colombo to Mirissa. Our destination: the Jayawardane… Read more: Geoffrey Bawa’s Modernist Vision: The Jayawardane House - Thirukurungudi Nambi Temple – A Hidden Gem in the Ghats
Just a short hop from the southernmost tip of India, nestled at the foot of the Western Ghats, lies Thirukurungudi. This little village is steeped… Read more: Thirukurungudi Nambi Temple – A Hidden Gem in the Ghats - Ramalingeswara temple: A walk through time in Avani
Last Saturday wasn’t like any other. I woke up at 8 AM, feeling a twinge of guilt. Two weeks in Bangalore, and I hadn’t explored… Read more: Ramalingeswara temple: A walk through time in Avani