Sri Rangapatna and some glimpses

Sri Rangapatna  ,the renowned  historical  and religious place  located nearby Mysore,say 15 k.m. from there.The temple of Sri Ranganadha here is one of the most important  landmarks  for Sri Vaishnava tradition.The  temple was built in 9th century and renovated in the time of Hoyasala and Vijayangara  regimes.River Kaveri is synonymous with the place.

(Temple street,Sri Rangapatna) 

There were many shops selling various  articles.See the varieties for yourself.Hats,statues,house hold utilities and others.There were several small scale industries around the place.

Above is the plaque telling the story of the ancient temple.

From another angle.

Play ground nearby the temple

At Kuruva Island

This stream and  the shore with a massive tree of roots were shot at Kuruva Island  of Kerala.Children  were  looking  at something.There  was  an exciting ride on raft to reach it and  which was  only a small area  of spacious island.Stunning  with splendid  greenery and  water  flowing  around where  people used to  hang out.Holidays were  crowded  with  people.Remaining days  were serene.

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With springing  a surprise, coming  here with the photo of a mango tree not only that with its fruits scattering on the ground.It was also seemed to be the place  for unused  or repairable furniture.Have been spent around the place for a vacation.No takers were there.The  fruits kept like that in  bizarre order all the days.Sometimes  rotten,sometimes afresh,no one cares to eat the mangoes ..why..?


It was an office backyard at Mysore.Even sweepers were there to clean but none initiates to touch them.Good discipline however.Birds used to  splash  the remains of the fruits.A deliberate plan for non-humans.?  

Kuruva Island : Kerala

I was in Mysore on the purpose of attending a work shop,in the last month.After having seen a few important land marks , headed towards Wayanad district to see some less known or explored places.Happened to be at Sultan bathery of Kerala to move further to see Kuruva Island.In fact,I was not aware of this place until a friend suggested it as a worth seeing nature's gift.We have taken a taxi from Sultan bathery,which is a municipality in Wayanad district.Almost a two hour drive from there.

The Island was fully covered with greenery.And there were bamboo rafts to cross the water body to reach the Island.The ride over there was fun along with fellow visitors.With the help of the rope,the raft kept moving slowly on the surface of the water.In Island,there was plenty of forest land and flowing streams.Hope you enjoy the video captured for you all.

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V for Visitors at Mysore Palace.

Mysore, of course now turned Mysuru for a bunch of reasons, is now our topic.And the palace located in the place is a must to visit for every one who arrive in the royal city.Maybe,there were gorgeous ones over out there but the history is the buzzword adhere to it.Here we can find different kinds of visitors came here from different places and indulged in their own pursuits.Let's see more in forthcoming pictures.

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U for Udagamandalam Trip

Udagamandalam needs no introduction in India.It is also called as Ooty , a well-known hill station in the state of Tamilnadu.Anywhere you go in the place,there was some feel of Deja Vu.Why it be so,perhaps it is the place captured in number of movies those we have seen.Weather was so cool.Don't ask about greenery.Abundant all the way.

It was so fun and great experience while ascending to the upper part via vehicle.Atleast 36 curves to have crossed.There were plenty of facilities to roam around for a couple of days.Boating,trekking and awesome ambiance are at your comfort.

Apart from clicking some scenes, A video was also shot on the occasion,see here above.

Lake for boating

Botanical gardens

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Mysuru Trip and some Photos

Mysuru is considered as the cultural hub of Karnata state.And of course,who forgets Mysore sandal soap,Mysore oxen,Mysore bajji,Mysore pack sweet and so on.I happened to be in and around the city recently.So how can't we be idle without clicking some snaps,that too with involving with a photo blog.Sharing things like these make one happier.

The above in the picture is Jagmohan Palace.When we arrived there.There was a public function in full swing with people gathering.And there were many artifacts shops,textile shops and a painting exhibition consists of inside and outside artists of India.Silk is the buzzword about Mysuru.So everywhere we can see silk saree shops along with other garments.

Chamarajendra Zoological park was one that attracts all walks of visitors.Plastic was strictly prohibited.Some voluntary orgs were helping by providing paper bags.Children and elderly people were looking all rejoice in the presence of wild birds and animals.Greenery  was abundant in the park and spacious too.Mysuru people and local bodies were well aware of green atmosphere.It is evident all across the city.

I think these were of ostrich kind.Taking rest at their comfort.

Wild buffaloes were seen in group.

Exotic birds perching on stands in lane.