Travel musings – Essen, Germany

The lush greenery is finally here after the incessant rains. Meanwhile I’m reminded of the vibrant greens at Grugapark- a biodiversity park in Essen, Germany.

Travel musings – Jaswant Thada

So he will come to you When you are laughing raucously Least aware of his lingering looks And eyes that refuse to leave your presence.

Cichhetti by Mr. Beans, DLF Cyber Hub, Gurgaon

Cichhetti in Italian means “small bites” and is a regular favourite in the streets of Venice. Going by the same notion, Cichhetti by Mr. Beans is into serving calorie counted dishes which fulfil you but just in the right way with no overwhelmed belly. That way you are able to savour more dishes with no…

Football chronicles

The child in me Always follows The tip-tap of the balls In the playground Or on the screen.   I enjoy the ball And kick it with gusto With gay abandon In the grass fields.   Subdued by my opponents  One by one I broke my leg And become a fallen warrior.   And with…

Travel musings – Kareri Lake Trek

Kareri Lake Trek is one of the toughest treks of my life. Not because of the fact that I didn’t complete it. But because the live snowfall made it taxing. Not to forget that I slipped quite a few times and got myself stuck in 4-5 feet deep snow.

Travel musings -Dehradun

The Buddhist temple precinct at Dehradun is huge and houses a huge golden statue of Lord Buddha as well.  This photograph could have been a masterpiece but damn those canines!