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Ranganathittu is a bird sanctuary that can be visited throughout the year by bird lovers. Easily accessible from Bangalore, enroute to Mysore, visiting this place is a great option for both children and adults. Visitors experience the excitement of a boat ride that takes them within touching distance of the birds as marsh crocodiles bask in the sun. It’s a delight watching the winged visitors making happy forays into the water. November heralds in the winter migrants who stay put until March, adding to the already numerous varieties of birds one can see here. Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is about 40 acres and comprises six islets on the banks of the Kaveri river. Ranganathittu is located three kilometers away from the historic town of Srirangapatna and 16 kilometres north of Mysore. The process of the formation of this sanctuary started in 1648, culminating with the noted ornithologist Dr. Salim Ali observing that the isles there formed an important nesting ground for birds,...

The Biligirirangana Hills (B R hills) along with the Male Mahadeshwara Hills (M M Hills) range forms a distinctly unusual ridge running north-south amidst the plains of Bangalore. B R Hills is a hill range situated in south-eastern Karnataka, India. Being at the confluence of the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats, the sanctuary is home to eco-systems that are unique to both the mountain ranges. The hills are famous for the temple of Lord Ranganatha or Lord Venkatesha which is situated on the highest peak of the hill range, on the ‘white cliff’ which gives the hill its name. Nearby, the ancient and sacred temple of Sri Male Mahadeshwara (M M Hills) is a very popular Shaiva pilgrim centre. It draws lakhs of pilgrims from the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Amidst dense forest, the temple attracts not only the pilgrims but also nature lovers. The height of the hill is about 3000 feet above sea level.

Narara Marine National Park is one of the rare places in the world where one can look at corals, octopus, puffer fish, crabs, etc without having to dive into the water. It is rich in marine and bird life. It is located in Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India. The best time to visit is from December to March. One can do the 5 km walk when the tide recedes. Great place for nature lovers, families and anyone who is looking to do something different than touristy sightseeing. Note: Good footwear is a must so that one can comfortably wade through sea water.

Pyramid Valley is located near Bangalore, India. It is the biggest pyramid shaped meditation hall in the world. It is also the largest pyramid in Asia. It stands above 102 feet. It can accommodate 6000 people at a time. Various statues of Buddha, Gandhi, Osho, Shiva and Lobsang Rampa adorn the place. Built in 2005, the Pyramid is the ideal place for meditation. There is also a dormitory near the Pyramid which can accommodate 200 people at a time. It is believed that meditation in this Pyramid is about three times more effective than normal meditation. Hundreds of people visit the Valley regularly, every day, to meditate in this high energy Pyramid. The interiors and exteriors of the Pyramid have been designed in such a way as to provide the most conducive environment for meditation. The Pyramid is complete with murals, paintings and statues of Lord Buddha. It provides the perfect ambiance for peaceful and undisturbed meditation. Good greenery around and water bodies sandwiched b...

Shivamogga, located around 350 KMS from Bengaluru in Karnataka state, is a popular weekend getaway especially during the monsoon season. Shivamogga is popularly nicknamed as the “Gateway to Western Ghats”. Day trips to several beautiful places are done with Shivamogga as the base. Jog Falls – a 2 hour drive from Shivamogga gets you to Jog Falls, the second highest plunge waterfall in India (830 ft) and ranked 13th in the world by the waterfall database. It can be viewed from the top view point as well as from the bottom. Jog Falls is created by the Sharavathi River. While visiting Jog Falls, it is best to pack your own food or have it at Sagar town near the falls. Tyavarekoppa Tiger & Lion Safari – located en route to Jog Falls, you are put into caged jeeps and taken around on a safari to spot tigers & lions roaming in the wild! Beautiful experience. There is a mini zoo as well. Ikkeri Temple – located close to Jog Falls, Ikkeri temple dedicated to the God Shiva was...

Gulmarg is a town, a hill station & a popular skiing destination in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. The town is within the Himalayas and is within miles of the Line of Control between India and Pakistan. It’s legendary beauty, prime location and proximity to Srinagar naturally makes it one of the premier hill resorts in the country. Gulmarg has one of the highest cable cars in the world, reaching 3,979 metres. The two-stage ropeway ferries about 600 people per hour to and from the gondola main station in Gulmarg to a shoulder of nearby Mt. Apharwat Summit. It also has the highest green golf course in the world, at an altitude of 2,650 m. The journey to Gulmarg is half the enchantment of reaching there. Roads bordered by rigid avenues of poplar give over to flat expanses of rice fields interspersed with picturesque villages. Depending on the season, nature’s colours could be the translucent green of spring, summer’s rich emerald, or autumn’s golden hues, when scarlet c...