Pampadum Shola National Park is the smallest national park in Kerala, but it can surprise visitors with its incredible collection of flora and fauna. It is very picturesque and gives a misty and cloudy experience in most mornings and evenings. We were there in Mamalakandan forest area adjoining the Dr.Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary (Thettakad) when [...]
Situated in South Eastern Karnataka, Biligirirangana wildlife Sanctuary (BR hills) is home to ecosystems that are unique to two mountain ranges. At an altitude of 3500 feet above sea level, BR hills stand where the Western Ghats meets the Eastern Ghats, and make for an ecological hotspot. I have been to BR hills many a [...]
The Thattekad bird sanctuary, more precisely called the Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary lies about 80 kilometers north-east of Kochi. Salim Ali, one of the best known ornithologists, described this sanctuary as the richest bird habitat on peninsular India. I wanted to visit this place for ages.... Finally it has become a reality and planned [...]
Pondicherry also known as the Paris of the East which is an union territory whose charm will mesmerize you. Have been to Pondicherry many a times now. Each visit i have explored something new and an out of the world experience. It's a former French colony with still a lot of French influence felt around [...]
When talking about wildlife in India, Sundarbans will always be on top of the list for many. Richness of mangrove forest makes it one among the world's best to see and learn about this Eco system. Sundarbans is a tiger reserve, national park, biosphere reserve and also an UNESCO world heritage site. Sunderbans is a [...]
Chinatown is an ethnic enclave of Chinese people located outside mainland China. Mainly work brought people from China to other parts of the world. And a mass settlement happened in many countries and Chinatown is very lively in many places. Although I have visited a few in South East Asia didn't know one existed in [...]
Uttrakhand is also called as Devbhoomi. A mystical land of mountains and mythologies, exquisite landscapes and exhilarating adventure. Uttrakhand has got something to offer for every person's willingness. We travelled to Uttrakhand from New Delhi via Uttar Pradesh. Our journey was towards the Garhwal region, our first stop was Haridwar. Holy river of Ganga flows [...]
One major reason to visit Sarawak was the Bako national park. It is home to the most elusive long nosed monkey or the Proboscis monkey. It is endemic to South East Asian Borneo islands. Mostly live around the mangrove forests. Bako national park is situated on one of islands of Malaysian Borneo. Boat journey [...]
As usual looked for cheap flight from Johor Bahru, this time booked a flight to Kota Kinabalu for thirty odd dollars. When talking about Kota Kinabalu, any traveller would like to climb the Mt Kinabalu, highest peak in South east Asia. One needs to be relatively fit to climb it though. Met couple of travellers [...]
Periyar National Park/Tiger Reserve is situated in Western Ghats of Kerala. Periyar was named the first tiger reserve in Kerala under project tiger. This wildlife sanctuary is home to tigers and a significant elephant population, as well as rare lion-tailed macaques, sambar deer, leopards, Indian gaur, etc. Interestingly spotted deers are not seen here. Periyar [...]
