The trees of Ross Island Andamans are fascinating, standing the test of time. These massive trees have grown around the historic ruins of the island. I know I featured another tree from Ross Island Andamans earlier, but there are so many to show off! We reached Ross Island Andamans one drizzly morning via speedboat from Aberdeen Jetty, Port Blair–it takes exactly 15 minutes–and by the time we arrived, the rain had stopped. Convenient, because one has to cover the island…
I’ve spent more than a third of my life in Hyderabad and consider it my spiritual hometown. Some of my happiest years were spent there—I am talking real cozy with my Grandmother, Mom and Uncle. Part of my schooling…
I saw this tree on the way to the “natural arch” or “sila thoranam” in Tirupati. I found her–has to be a she, right?–intriguing. Apparently she has been around for longer than anyone can remember. I thought the tree…
We celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi. (Visit the link for the story of Ganesha). As usual, the deity who says no entry for obstacles has brought with him a deluge of rains, which is no surprise as we are also in…
“Travel is the healthiest addiction” I admit to being a little envious of my friend who will be attending a conference at Four Points by Sheraton in Jaipur. Rajasthan has been in my travel wish list for months now. Somehow, every…
