Jorge Alvares is credited as the first European explorer to have reached China and Hong Kong by sea. I clicked this picture when we visited Macau and at that time, I wasn’t aware of the history. It’s fascinating to know that Alvares reached China in 16th century and his statue reminds many generations after him of his expedition.
Clouds come floating into my life, no longer to carry rain or usher storm, but to add color to my sunset sky. – Rabindra Nath Tagore
Vittala Temple is the cynosure of all the attractions in Hampi. It depicts the most grand architecture that dates back to early 15th and 16th century and no wonder the ruins are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vittala, an avatar of Lord Vishnu. The temple complex consists of halls, … More Hampi – Vittala Temple
I am neck-deep in work. There is a lot happening around. Who has the time for Yoga? I am sleeping so late. Well, I am right in the middle of a tight season. When my friend, GK proposed if we would be willing to take a road trip to Hampi, all these thoughts took a back … More A Road Trip to Hampi
This weekend, we made a quick road trip to Hampi in North Karnataka. On Day 1, we walked up a hill-top and sat there watching the Sun set. Since then, this thought that has been on my mind and doesn’t seem to go away. What if every day I had a chance to watch the Sun set … More #MicroblogMondays – If we never had to go back
“For last year’s words belong to last year’s language And next year’s words await another voice. And to make an end is to make a beginning.” — T.S. Eliot Sunday Punch is taking is break for good. For over a year, it has been one of the most loved categories on this blog. When … More Sunday Punch #57
We were confused – whether to explore Macau in a day or stay back to take it at an easy pace. Macau is an island, a SAR of China and it is considered the Las Vegas of the East. The city has a colonial charm of the Portuguese. The streets are named in French as … More A Day in Macau
They say, travel makes you richer by experiences and I couldn’t agree more. With my recent visit to Hong Kong, I have many stories to share. There are experiences etched in memory and I don’t want them to fade away with time. When you visit a new place not as a tourist but as someone … More Explore Hong Kong on Foot – A Guest Post
I was confused – Gratitude List for December or 2015 round-up on this space like last year. Heart won over logic and here’s how my 2015 went by. In a jiffy, right? I feel that speed every year and I also think that the present is an exception. In reality, it is not. The pace … More Goodbye 2015
As many of you already know, I am not on a vacation in Hong Kong. Yes, I am visiting a new city and experiencing a different culture but this is very different from a real vacation. VT and I, both are working during the day and then post work we take a walk to explore the … More Hong Kong – A walk in the Wet Market
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