Exploring the Sacred Planetary Temples of Tamil Nadu Visiting the Navagraha temples in and around Kumbakonam is a deeply spiritual journey. Over three days, we followed an organized itinerary that covered all nine Navagraha temples along with several iconic temples of the region. Here is a brief account of every temple we visited, with a… Continue reading
Category Visits to other places
Ayodhya: A Three-Day Spiritual Journey
We travelled to Ayodhya and Nandigram in March 2025, exploring a range of sacred sites over three days.Below is a summary of the places we visited. Day 1 Ram MandirOur online booking made the darshan process smooth, allowing us to enter through a dedicated queue and complete the visit without delays. Ram ki Paidi GhatLining… Continue reading
Two Days in Frankfurt: A Short Stop on Our Way to India
Our brief yet memorable stay in Frankfurt turned out to be the perfect mix of history, nature, and relaxation. Day 1 –Exploring the City After landing in Frankfurt, we checked into our hotel and set out to explore the city’s highlights. Our first stop was the Frankfurt Cathedral, a majestic landmark that dominates the old… Continue reading
Tirumala Darshan- My experience as NRI
We reached the NRIs Queue near the Supatham entrance around 11:15 a.m., ready to make use of the NRI darshan facility at Tirumala. The initial stretch of the line moved at a steady pace, and after about an hour, the queue split into two—one for NRI pilgrims and another for the regular ₹300 ticket holders…. Continue reading
Black Hills & Mt Rushmore
We explored the two national parks (Badlands & Wind Cave) located in South Dakota staying in Rapid City. Close to the Rapid City is the Black Hills region with several remarkable attractions, including Custer State Park and Mount Rushmore. On the final day of our trip, we drove to the Black Hills. The drive along… Continue reading
Duluth, Minnesota
On our way to Voyageurs National Park, we made a stop in Duluth, Minnesota, a city often regarded as a gateway for travelers heading north to the park. Conveniently located nearly halfway between Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) and Voyageurs, Duluth serves as a natural rest point. The city boasts several attractions, with Lake Superior… Continue reading
Portland Sights in half a day
Before reaching Seattle in our road trip, we spent about half a day in Portland suburbs to visit multiple waterfalls and other scenic attractions. Our Itinerary: Intl. Rose Test GardenColumbia Gorge viewpointsLatourell FallsBridal veil FallsMultnomah Falls International Rose Test Garden The garden is in the city itself and it gets the name because it serves… Continue reading
Lake Tahoe in half a day
A Scenic Stop at Lake Tahoe Exploring National Parks comes with an added bonus – the chance to discover spectacular attractions nearby. On our way to Lassen Volcanic National Park in May 2024, we made a brief stop at Lake Tahoe. Known for its clear blue waters, this natural wonder, with a depth of about… Continue reading
International Trips
Upcoming Travel Stories Over the years, we had the opportunity to explore some fascinating destinations around the world, each offering its own unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. When time permits, I plan to revisit those memories and share our travel experiences through detailed blog posts. Here are some of the countries and… Continue reading
Places visited in USA
During our visits to National Parks we had visited nearby landmarks such as the Arctic Circle in Alaska, the Road to Hana in Hawaii, Garden of the Gods in Colorado, Antelope Canyon in Arizona, and Mount Rushmore in South Dakota to name a few. Individual Blog posts will be created for the above places soon.