Yajur AroraAdmiring the gem of southern India – Belur TempleAmazed by the beauty of the 12th century Chhenakeshava Temple, dedicated to lord Vishnu. From the 20,000 or so intricately carved…Feb 26, 2021Feb 26, 2021
Yajur AroraExploring Karnataka’s Hoysala Legacy – SomnathpuraSomnathpura near Mysuru was the final temple on our recent South India trip. While it is among the most visited, perhaps due to its…Feb 26, 2021Feb 26, 2021
Yajur AroraUncovering the old capital – HalebiduOn our way from Bengaluru to Chikmagalur, we made a stop to quickly check out a recommended temple ruin. But after reaching there what we…Feb 26, 2021Feb 26, 2021
Yajur AroraSailing along the forests of Western GhatsAs we sailed along Kabini river, nestled between two of India’s best preserved forests – Nagarhole and Bandipur, we got to see their…Jan 25, 2021Jan 25, 2021
Yajur AroraHow Indians discovered their gift of Chai?If asked what makes someone Indian, the love of Chai is always among the top answers. Hence it comes as a surprise to most Indians that…Oct 4, 2020Oct 4, 2020
Yajur AroraCan you imagine Indian cuisine without potato?No samosa or vada pav or masala dosa… Of course you cannot. But that’s how it was during most of Indian history.Sep 14, 2020Sep 14, 2020
Yajur AroraWhy do Indians call sugar cheeni?Very few people know this, but sugar started in India. In fact the name of sugar in most languages comes from its Sanskrit name sharkara…Sep 5, 2020Sep 5, 2020
Yajur AroraUnravelling the mysteries of India’s intriguing past – Badami TemplesThe rock-cut cave temples of Badami, carved out of a monolithic stone during the 6th century, in what was then the thriving capital of…Aug 26, 2020Aug 26, 2020