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The Great Chola Temples, UNESCO World Heritage Sites

The Great Chola Temples: Finest Architectural Marvels of India

An Introduction to the Perception of Reality Born and being raised in the Indian subcontinent is among the optimal ways to experience life.  It does not mean people elsewhere do…

By Vijaykumar DuraiarasanSeptember 23, 2018October 14, 20183 Comments
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Adventure, Himalayas, Trekking

What is it like to Trek across an International Border

The pursuit of embarking on a journey is a delightful phenomenon.  The sheer excitement of a journey and the fervent zeal to reach the intended destination is what keeps us…

By Vijaykumar DuraiarasanSeptember 5, 2018September 13, 20202 Comments
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Wildlife

An Enchanting Tryst with the Wildlife of Tadoba

The excitement of experiencing wildlife in their habitat is a delightful occurrence enticing both the animal lovers and photographers alike. Having a close encounter with the charismatic big cats, the…

By Vijaykumar DuraiarasanApril 29, 2018March 1, 2020Leave a comment
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Driving

When I Took my Newest Love out for a Ride!

Being with a profession that requires spending long hours within air conditioned cubicles is an unhealthy custom.  Nevertheless, such a sedentary lifestyle has become part and parcel of a majority…

By Vijaykumar DuraiarasanMarch 23, 2018March 23, 20184 Comments
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Cities

Chennai’s Newest Attraction Will Leave You Spellbound

What comes to your mind when you arrive at the word Chennai?  Oh wait, is that just a word?  Perhaps not!  Chennai is an amalgamation of a modern society built…

By Vijaykumar DuraiarasanMarch 21, 2018March 23, 20184 Comments
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Awareness, World Wetlands Day

In Pictures: Significance of World Wetlands Day

A BRIEF INTRODUCTION World Wetlands day, internationally celebrated every year on 2 February, is a public awareness program to raise the importance and value of wetlands all over. Ever since…

By Vijaykumar DuraiarasanFebruary 2, 2018March 21, 20264 Comments
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Adventure, Trekking, Western Ghats

Photo Blog: Hike to the highest peak in the Western Ghats

Photo blog? What’s that?  It’s a stripped-down version of the original blog offering less words and more photographs! So, those that don’t enjoy reading can have a glimpse of my…

By Vijaykumar DuraiarasanJanuary 20, 2018September 30, 20184 Comments
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Adventure, Trekking, Western Ghats

Chronicles of a Monotonous Urban Lifestyle and Tryst with Mountains

Ever wondered what our purpose of life is?  Do we exist only to lead a mechanical life?  Honestly, an explanation to my first query is vast and beyond the scope…

By Vijaykumar DuraiarasanJanuary 12, 2018March 4, 20184 Comments
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Adventure, Himalayas, Trekking

Scaling the Highest Trekkable Summit in India: An Insight

Standing tall at 20,500 feet from the mean sea level, Stok Kangri is the highest peak in the Stok range of the Himalayas enticing both the seasoned climbers and novice…

By Vijaykumar DuraiarasanSeptember 12, 2017May 4, 202012 Comments
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Wildlife

The Magnificent Tigers of India: The Declining Inhabitant’s Dramatic Rise

A tiger is, undeniably, one of the most charismatic of all the animals out there.  The black striped pattern across its body uniquely identifies each tiger with a tinge of contrasting…

By Vijaykumar DuraiarasanJuly 29, 2017July 29, 20244 Comments

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