https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k4wuGh_U_B4&t=145s Painting of VanaVasi Rama by artist Achintya Venkatesh On my second visit to the historic site nestled in the Malabar Hill area of South Mumbai, I was accompanied by my friend Dr. Swaroop Dhume, whom I had met during my travels. Coincidentally, she resided in the vicinity, offering us a prime vantage point to … Continue reading #MumbaiDiaries: ” A Journey through the Walkeshwar Temple Complex” ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
Sweet Symphony: Exploring the Irresistible Delight of “Tirunelveli Halwa” ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NejKci6WiCk If you are in Tirunelveli, a must-vist place is the Irrutakkadai. Irrutakadai in Tamizh literally means dark shop. And there it was right in front of the Nellaiappar Temple – a dark shop with minimal lighting – but oh my what a crowd in front of it and we joined too – Yes to … Continue reading Sweet Symphony: Exploring the Irresistible Delight of “Tirunelveli Halwa” ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
An Ode to the Madurai Malli/ Sambac Jasmine
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYzwFsUQq_0 Do Subscribe!! Thank you. I met Thiru Mariappa outside the Nellaippar temple in Tirunelveli and he was deftly stringing these Gundu Malli flowers also known as Madurai Malli. It is also known as Sambac Jasmine or Arabian Jasmin. Madurai Malli growers say that it has a deep fragrance, thick petals, lengthiest petioles and delayed … Continue reading An Ode to the Madurai Malli/ Sambac Jasmine
Ghati Subramanya Temple: A Sacred Journey ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yTGAXyAggZU At the crack of dawn, I was ready in a Batik saree from Ujjain. It had been stuck in my Mumbai wardrobe for the longest time and as I draped it, I thought I heard a rip, but couldn't find it. (Some of my readers may know that I juggle between two cities and … Continue reading Ghati Subramanya Temple: A Sacred Journey ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
#Budapestsojourns; The Sunset Cruise over the Danube ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
The River Danube is the second largest river in Europe and it divides Budapest, the capital of Hungary into Buda and Pest. Budapest is also known as the pearl of the Danube. Buda, the epitome of regal elegance, boasts treasures like the picturesque Fisherman’s Bastion, majestic Buda Castle, and exquisite Matthias Church. Add to this … Continue reading #Budapestsojourns; The Sunset Cruise over the Danube ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
#Budapest; Getting around the city ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
This is a short piece on how we got around Budapest. Getting around Budapest was absolutely a breeze. The public transport is excellent. The only time we took a taxi was when we arrived at the airport and then while getting back. I had made a list of ‘must do’ , must see and … Continue reading #Budapest; Getting around the city ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
Getting into Budapest ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
It was a crisp, cold and a couple of wet days last week. It was also a first time travel in the winter months in Europe and this time, the travel destination was Budapest. There are many travelogues on the beautiful city of Budapest, but this my version where there will suggestions and my experiences. … Continue reading Getting into Budapest ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
What are the 7 Muktisthala ? ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHEq551Ll_Y&t=3s This is explained in the 1 min video YouTube short! In a recent video I had mentioned the 7 muktisthalam or Sapta Puris. The seven Muktisthalams include different part of the body of Sriman Narayana or Lord Vishnu. Avanthi is represented as the divine feet; Kanchipuram, represents the waist, Dwaraka represents the nabhi or … Continue reading What are the 7 Muktisthala ? ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
Kothandramar Temple, Dhanushkodi ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
(You may find some of my articles on my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbZxazHJMbdiC7b5HlzrSug . Will be grateful if you subscribe) https://youtube.com/shorts/0CPxBt6lpqI?si=zxbLtsPAXGTBal34 In early 2021, we took a drive from Bangalore to Madurai. We traversed through Thripullani, Rameswaram, and then to Dhanushkodi. It was a beautiful day as we reached the southern tip if India. Just before … Continue reading Kothandramar Temple, Dhanushkodi ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
#KumbakonamTrails; The Chakrapani Temple, Kumbakonam ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
After exploring the Nachiyar temple and the Mangala Shani temple at Thirunaraiyur, we proceeded to the Oppaliappan temple before returning to Kumbakonam. Our first destination in Kumbakonam was the Chakrapani temple, situated on the south bank of the river Kaveri, approximately two kilometers northwest of the Kumbakonam Railway Station. Navigating the narrow lanes and chaotic … Continue reading #KumbakonamTrails; The Chakrapani Temple, Kumbakonam ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
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