The very topic of architecture fascinates me. We see it in our everyday lives––in houses, museums, modern buildings, parks, historical monuments, churches, mosques, forts, and palaces. And then, there are these timeless wonders to marvel at, such as the Louvre in Paris, the grand Colosseum in Rome, the Baha’i Temple in New Delhi or the … Continue reading Wat Pho, Thailand: A Sacred Space of Art, Architecture, and the Reclining Buddha
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On Pondicherry: Tiny things I discovered about this town
The year 2024 ended on a fantastic note: sipping filter coffee, enjoying leisurely meals, passing by bright, colorful colonial houses and heritage buildings, and rediscovering the city, falling in love with it all over again. This time, coming back to Pondicherry felt like coming home. The familiar scent of roasted beans and freshly baked croissants … Continue reading On Pondicherry: Tiny things I discovered about this town
Almora: Nature, Mountains, and a Way to Coexistence
I could not have witnessed the magical moment, not in this manner, had I not decided to take the long-mile walk to the nearest bazaar. It was just before the twilight hour. The dense clouds had begun to part steadily, making way for the sunrays to pass through. Shafts of light fell softly on the … Continue reading Almora: Nature, Mountains, and a Way to Coexistence
Stroke the artist in you
After a lot of YouTube tutorials and pocket full of inspiration, I pulled up my socks and decided to dabble in some watercolor art today. I assembled my paints, the tools, and the entire paraphernalia, and boy, the joy I felt in that moment. To fill up the blank space with cheerful colors, naïve brushstrokes, … Continue reading Stroke the artist in you
The Art of Mastering the Self
Paulo Coelho’s The Archer takes the reader on a quest to find beauty, grace, goodness, perfection by way of understanding the elements of archery. In simple and subtle ways, it talks about finding elegance and brilliance in our actions, our pursuits, and the manner we accomplish our dreams. The book does not teach you the … Continue reading The Art of Mastering the Self
Hello Spring and My Good Old Friends!
Spring is always a wonderful time to watch out for. The world around you comes to life, turning so vivid and colorful. Lanes are filled with pretty flowers and so are the public parks, streets, and boulevards. If you own a garden, you wouldn’t blink before you buy some for yourself. Phlox, Petunia, Pansy, Lily, Dianthus, … Continue reading Hello Spring and My Good Old Friends!
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