Rashmi Gopal Rao

LATEST ARTICLES ( 693 )

• Nachiar Kovil Or Thirunarayur Nambi Temple: Natchiarkoil, Kumbakonam

  

  There is no denying the fact that travelling within India is replete with interesting sights, engaging experiences and surprises at almost every nook and corner. Read more

  Posted on 05 June 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Shanti Banaras – About Fluid Fashion and Gender Inclusivity

  

  Guest post: By Bindu Gopal Rao Akathya means inexplicable in Sanskrit and probably no one understands this word better than the transgender community. Read more

  Posted on 31 May 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Chettinad Museum: An Ode to Chettiar Culture, Heritage and Lifestyle

  

  Located in the Sivagangai and Pudukottai districts of the southern state of Tamil Nadu, Chettinad is a popular destination to visit for more reasons than one. Read more

  Posted on 23 May 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Photoessay: Giessbach Waterfalls (Giessbachfälle) – a Beautiful Spectacle on...

  

  There is no denying the fact that Switzerland is a country replete with some of the most beautiful sights on the planet. Whether it is the mighty Alps, lush... Read more

  Posted on 15 May 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Mango Festival, Kuruvakkavu: A Celebration of Indigenous Mango Varieties in...

  

  Come 01-May and the renowned mango festival in Kuruvakkavu, an area within Kannapuram of Kannur district in Kerala is back. An initiative led by 43-year-old... Read more

  Posted on 01 May 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Spring Diaries in Zurich: A Riot of Colour

  

  Spring adds new life and new beauty to all that is – Jessica Harrelson Arguably one of the most beautiful seasons of the year, spring is all about colour, new... Read more

  Posted on 24 April 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Airavatesvara Temple, Darasuram – a Grand Reflection of the Incredible Chola...

  

  With close to a whopping 40,000 temples, Tamil Nadu in South India is rightly known as the Land of Temples. Most of these temples are centuries old and have bee... Read more

  Posted on 20 April 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Healthy Eating Does Not Have to Be Boring

  If you want to start making healthier eating choices but do not want to be limited to beans and whole grain products all the time, this is totally... Read more

  Posted on 18 April 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Kumbakonam Diaries: Sacred Trails, Streetscapes and More….

  

  As the first rays of the sun pierced, almost reluctantly, through the gaps of the thick clouds on an overcast January morning, the lush green paddy fields were... Read more

  Posted on 12 April 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Recipe: Ugadi Pachadi – a Reflection of the Myriad Flavours of Life

  

  It is that time of the year when the old gives way to the new and nature is basking in the colours of spring. It is time for one of India’s most popular... Read more

  Posted on 20 March 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Photoessay: Marken, Netherlands – Bucolic Charm Galore

  

  Think Netherlands and the first thing that comes to your mind is Amsterdam, water canals and tulips. But a visit to the Dutch countryside promises an equally... Read more

  Posted on 20 March 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• On a Temple Trail in Subrahmanya, Karnataka

  

  Known as one of the most holy places created by saint Parashurama, the Kukke Shri Subrahmanya temple is arguably one of the most popular pilgrimage centres in... Read more

  Posted on 12 March 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Reshma Chhabria: an Innate Love for Design and Accessories

  

  For someone who has been enamoured by homes, the nitty-gritty of design and the idea of beautifying spaces since childhood, it is no surprise that the design... Read more

  Posted on 28 February 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Thirumayam: a Town of Temples and a Historical Fort

  

  There is no denying the fact that India is a treasure trove of eclectic sights spanning history, architecture, art, culture and religion. Read more

  Posted on 13 February 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Photoessay: Postcards from the Ancient City of Trichy (Tiruchirappalli)

  

  Located in the central part of the southern state of Tamil Nadu, Trichy is often referred to one of the oldest cities of India. Read more

  Posted on 05 February 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Recipe: Green Chilli Pickle – a Medley of Flavours

  

  It is often said that there is nothing like a bite of pickle to perk up the drabbest of meals. This is indeed true for they add a touch of spice, aroma and... Read more

  Posted on 03 February 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Lalbagh Biannual Flower Show – a Display Teeming with Life and Beauty

  

  It is that time of the year when Bangalore gears up to witness Lalbagh’s biannual flower show. Arguably one of the best lung spaces in the city, Lalbagh... Read more

  Posted on 21 January 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Trümmelbach Falls: an Awe-Inspiring Sight in Lauterbrunnen Valley

  

  There is no denying the fact that Switzerland is a land of unparalleled natural beauty. Apart from its glorious mountains and picturesque lakes, did you know... Read more

  Posted on 17 January 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Guest Post: Art – Impressions of Erstwhile India

  

  Guest Post by Bindu Gopal Rao DAG’s first-ever exhibition of the complete series of 288 etchings by Baltazard Solvyns called Les Hindoûs is a documentation of... Read more

  Posted on 06 January 2023 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Five Christmas Markets to Visit in Switzerland

  

  Unarguably the best time of the year, Christmas and the holiday season is just around the corner. A time for joy and celebration, Christmas time is indeed one o... Read more

  Posted on 22 December 2022 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL