Friday, May 16, 2008
ABOUT ME
About me: Simply Ravinder with the complete name: Puranam Ravinder Sharma born on 26-May, have awesome DAD - Mr. Apparao and MOM who are loving, friendly and caring, this really got exciting with a younger brother – Srikanth Sharma and then a younger sister – Mrs. Jyothsna. Father is Head Priest in Sri Lakshmi Ganapathi Temple, Vijaya Nagar Colony – Hyderabad and Mother an excellent housewife. Completed 10th Standard in 1998 from St.Joseph’s High School, Vijaya Nagar Colony – Hyderabad, of course not recognized at that time so have to write from St.Mary’s High School, Gudimalkapur – Hyderabad. Andhra Pradesh. Completed Intermediate (PUC) in 2000 from Nalanda Jr. Collage, Panjagutta / Vengala Rao Nagar – Hyderabad. Andhra Pradesh. Here the life has taken a big turn……In the final year of PUC wrote EAMCET (Andhra Pradesh Engineering Agricultural Medical Common Entrance Test Entrance), KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) as well as BCA Entrance, got a good rank in BCA Entrance and KCET but was unlucky in EAMCET. Since my father want me to be an Engineer, in counseling of KCET took my choice of Electronics and Communications Engineering branch in the available Hira Sugar Institute of Technology to become an Engineer in the year 2004 after a long 4 yrs of marvelous student life. Since completion of engineering in 2004 worked with Bartronics India Limited, HP (Hewlett-Packard), Tanla Solutions and going on…………… Married on 17-Aug-2005 at the age of 24 to my Best half Venkata Naga Prasanthi. This occasion came next to my sister’s marriage on 11-Aug-2005 which is remembered as it came after Independence Day (15-Aug)J J Then came one of the most remembering days in my life the 01-Nov’06 when we had a very beautiful daughter Sneha Lakshmi Sharma (Sweety) in to our family as she came from the operation room in a tub brought by the Nurse in the Hospital, Vuyyur (Near Vijayawada) – Krishna (Dist.). A.P. That was really exciting and happy. Those are few about me and my family……..
MY TRIP TO MYSORE AND OOTY_03: This is one of the best places to visit.
MY TRIP TO MYSORE AND OOTY_03: This is one of the best places to visit.
Ooty:
Ooty (Udhagamandalam / Ootacamand) On the way via Bandipur Wild Life Sanctuary.
Places to see:
Ooty lake: Every lake has its own importance, but this one is a tourist spot where the lake is covered with all the trees and has the shopping of few of the rare articles available. When you go for the boating is an another good remembering one.
Botanical Gardens: This has some very rare trees brought from different countries and looking them will have a good feel due to presence of the trees which you might not have had a chance to see.
Doda Betta (Highest point in South India): Doda Betta (2,637 m), the highest peak in the Nilgiris, is at the eastern extremity of Ooty. A motorable road leads to the peak, from where, on a clear day,a panoramic view can be had, not only of Ooty but also of Coonoor, Wellington, Kundah, the distant plains of Coimbatore. There is a telescope house at Doda Betta from which you can view the locations.
Coonoor (19 Kms) Tea Gardens Sim’s Park: This is the garden where all the tea plants are present on the hills, with a very good view of the clouds and cold climate.
Dolphin’s Nose: Dolphin’s Nose around 10 km. away from Coonoor is an excellent viewpoint. It encompasses the Catherine Falls. Lambs nose is another point on the way to Dolphins Nose that too exposes a vast panorama of the close clouds, cold and scenario.
Shopping (famous for Tea and Eucalyptus Oil): Nice place to shop, with famous Tea and Eucalyptus oil. You can also find some other things which are not seen at places.
Ooty:
Ooty (Udhagamandalam / Ootacamand) On the way via Bandipur Wild Life Sanctuary.
Places to see:
Ooty lake: Every lake has its own importance, but this one is a tourist spot where the lake is covered with all the trees and has the shopping of few of the rare articles available. When you go for the boating is an another good remembering one.
Botanical Gardens: This has some very rare trees brought from different countries and looking them will have a good feel due to presence of the trees which you might not have had a chance to see.
Doda Betta (Highest point in South India): Doda Betta (2,637 m), the highest peak in the Nilgiris, is at the eastern extremity of Ooty. A motorable road leads to the peak, from where, on a clear day,a panoramic view can be had, not only of Ooty but also of Coonoor, Wellington, Kundah, the distant plains of Coimbatore. There is a telescope house at Doda Betta from which you can view the locations.
Coonoor (19 Kms) Tea Gardens Sim’s Park: This is the garden where all the tea plants are present on the hills, with a very good view of the clouds and cold climate.
Dolphin’s Nose: Dolphin’s Nose around 10 km. away from Coonoor is an excellent viewpoint. It encompasses the Catherine Falls. Lambs nose is another point on the way to Dolphins Nose that too exposes a vast panorama of the close clouds, cold and scenario.
Shopping (famous for Tea and Eucalyptus Oil): Nice place to shop, with famous Tea and Eucalyptus oil. You can also find some other things which are not seen at places.
MY TRIP TO MYSORE AND OOTY_02: This is one of the best places to visit.
MY TRIP TO MYSORE AND OOTY_02: This is one of the best places to visit.
MYSORE: Is the second largest city in the state of Karnataka, India. The city of palaces is a popular travel destination in South India. Also called Mysooroo, the city was earlier the capital of the Wodeyar rulers. The Wodeyar rulers were great patrons of art and culture, which you can see in the rich heritage of the city. Besides its numerous palaces and royal buildings, Mysore city is also known for proximity to several other places of interest such as Srirangapatna, Krishna Raj Sagra dam and Sivasamudram falls.
In addition to its numerous attractions, the Mysore city is also known for sandalwood products and the Dasara festival (Navaratri) held every year. The Mysore Dasara is famous far and wide and attracts people from all parts. The name Mysore is said to have been derived from Mahishuru, which in turn has come from Mahisha. According to legends, the area around the Mysore city was once under the demon king Mahishasura, who was defeated and killed by goddess Chamundeshwari.
Places to see:
Mysore Palace: Mysore is a city of palaces, but the most magnificent of them all is the Mysore Palace sometimes known as the Main Palace as well. One of the most unforgettable images of the city is the image of the illuminated Mysore Palace against the dark black sky. It takes ninety seven thousand light bulbs to produce this enchanting image of the Palace. The Palace is situated in the middle of the city and is a reminder of the grandeur of a bygone era and is today an invaluable national treasure.
The Palace that stands today is the fourth one to be built in the same site. When the capital was shifted back to Mysore from Srirangapatnam, after Tippu Sultan's death, the Palace was hastily rebuilt with wood and mud, in a Hindu style. The Royal family moved into it in 1801. But this Palace was burnt down in a fire that broke out during the wedding of the oldest daughter of Maharaja Chamaraja Wodeyar in 1897. The reconstruction of the Palace was undertaken immediately and the Royal family moved to Jaganmohan Palace. The English architect Henry Irwin designed the new Palace and it was completed in 1912 at a cost of about Rs 41 lakhs.
The Amba Vilasa Palace as the Mysore Palace is known, is an excellent combination of Dravidian, Indo-Saracenic, Oriental and Roman styles of architecture. The Maharaja's Palace is a beautiful three storied stone building of fine gray granite and rich pink marble domes, overlooking this structure is a five-storied 145 foot tower whose domes are gilded in gold. One enters the Palace through the Gombe Thotti or the Doll's Pavilion; this is a pavilion of traditional dolls from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. This collection also has a wooden elephant howdah (structure for carrying people on the elephant) that is decorated with 84 kilograms of gold.
There are seven canons in front of the Gombe Thotti and are used to this day to mark the beginning and the end of the Dasara festivities every year. Ahead of this is the elephant gate, this gate in the main entrance to the center of the palace. The Kalyana Mantapa or marriage pavilion has a central octagonal gabled roof that is covered with stained glass. This pavilion is in the south of the building. The floor of the Kalyana Mantapa has beautiful geometrical patterns created by using shining glazed tiles imported from Britain. The Ambavilasa or Diwan-e-Khas, is the hall used by the emperor for private audience.
The palace complex includes twelve Hindu temples. The oldest of these was built in the 14th century, while the most recent was built in 1953.
Some of the more famous temples are:
Someshvara Temple, dedicated to god Shiva
Lakshmiramana Temple, dedicated to god Vishnu
Chamundi Temple on the Chamundi Hills: The Chamundi Temple on top of the Chamundi hills is the most famous temple in Mysore, since Goddess Chamundi or Chamundeshwari is the presiding deity of Msyore. Initially the temple was a small one, but over the past few centuries, as a result of the patronage and expansions made by the Mysore Maharajas it has become a big temple. In the olden days, human and animal sacrifices were regularly made at this temple, but were stopped in the 18th century. Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar repaired this temple in 1827 and built the enormous tower on it. He also gifted the temple with a large wooden chariot known as the Simha Vahana, which is now used during the Rathotsava or car festival.
Bull Temple: There is a Bull on the hill when getting down from the Temple.
Magnificently Illuminated Brindavan Gardens: One of the most visited places in Mysore by locals and by tourists is the famous Brindavan Gardens. Located about 19kms from the heart of Mysore these beautiful gardens are laid out below the Krishnaraja Sagar dam built across the river Cauvery. These gardens are famous for the illuminated dancing fountains that come to life after sunset. The Krishnaraja Sagar Dam (KRS) (known as Kannambadi to the locals) itself is a superb example of excellent engineering and itself is a tourist attraction in Mysore. Sir M. Vishveswariah, one of India's finest engineers, built it in 1924.
He used 'surkhi' a mixture of limestone and brick powder instead of cement. The dam was among the first in the world to have automatic sluice gates. The dam is named after the then Maharaja of Mysore Sri Krishnaraja Wodeyar who financed the dam. The dam is 3 kms long and is located at the confluence of the rivers -Cauvery, Hemavati and Lakshmanathritha. The lake that is formed by the dam is one of the largest in India. The dam is a multipurpose project conceived by Sir M. Vishveswariah for supplying water to the agricultural lands of Mandya and Mysore districts and for ensuring power supply to the Shivanasamudra project.
Others in Mysore: Mysore St. Philomena’s Church
MYSORE: Is the second largest city in the state of Karnataka, India. The city of palaces is a popular travel destination in South India. Also called Mysooroo, the city was earlier the capital of the Wodeyar rulers. The Wodeyar rulers were great patrons of art and culture, which you can see in the rich heritage of the city. Besides its numerous palaces and royal buildings, Mysore city is also known for proximity to several other places of interest such as Srirangapatna, Krishna Raj Sagra dam and Sivasamudram falls.
In addition to its numerous attractions, the Mysore city is also known for sandalwood products and the Dasara festival (Navaratri) held every year. The Mysore Dasara is famous far and wide and attracts people from all parts. The name Mysore is said to have been derived from Mahishuru, which in turn has come from Mahisha. According to legends, the area around the Mysore city was once under the demon king Mahishasura, who was defeated and killed by goddess Chamundeshwari.
Places to see:
Mysore Palace: Mysore is a city of palaces, but the most magnificent of them all is the Mysore Palace sometimes known as the Main Palace as well. One of the most unforgettable images of the city is the image of the illuminated Mysore Palace against the dark black sky. It takes ninety seven thousand light bulbs to produce this enchanting image of the Palace. The Palace is situated in the middle of the city and is a reminder of the grandeur of a bygone era and is today an invaluable national treasure.
The Palace that stands today is the fourth one to be built in the same site. When the capital was shifted back to Mysore from Srirangapatnam, after Tippu Sultan's death, the Palace was hastily rebuilt with wood and mud, in a Hindu style. The Royal family moved into it in 1801. But this Palace was burnt down in a fire that broke out during the wedding of the oldest daughter of Maharaja Chamaraja Wodeyar in 1897. The reconstruction of the Palace was undertaken immediately and the Royal family moved to Jaganmohan Palace. The English architect Henry Irwin designed the new Palace and it was completed in 1912 at a cost of about Rs 41 lakhs.
The Amba Vilasa Palace as the Mysore Palace is known, is an excellent combination of Dravidian, Indo-Saracenic, Oriental and Roman styles of architecture. The Maharaja's Palace is a beautiful three storied stone building of fine gray granite and rich pink marble domes, overlooking this structure is a five-storied 145 foot tower whose domes are gilded in gold. One enters the Palace through the Gombe Thotti or the Doll's Pavilion; this is a pavilion of traditional dolls from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. This collection also has a wooden elephant howdah (structure for carrying people on the elephant) that is decorated with 84 kilograms of gold.
There are seven canons in front of the Gombe Thotti and are used to this day to mark the beginning and the end of the Dasara festivities every year. Ahead of this is the elephant gate, this gate in the main entrance to the center of the palace. The Kalyana Mantapa or marriage pavilion has a central octagonal gabled roof that is covered with stained glass. This pavilion is in the south of the building. The floor of the Kalyana Mantapa has beautiful geometrical patterns created by using shining glazed tiles imported from Britain. The Ambavilasa or Diwan-e-Khas, is the hall used by the emperor for private audience.
The palace complex includes twelve Hindu temples. The oldest of these was built in the 14th century, while the most recent was built in 1953.
Some of the more famous temples are:
Someshvara Temple, dedicated to god Shiva
Lakshmiramana Temple, dedicated to god Vishnu
Chamundi Temple on the Chamundi Hills: The Chamundi Temple on top of the Chamundi hills is the most famous temple in Mysore, since Goddess Chamundi or Chamundeshwari is the presiding deity of Msyore. Initially the temple was a small one, but over the past few centuries, as a result of the patronage and expansions made by the Mysore Maharajas it has become a big temple. In the olden days, human and animal sacrifices were regularly made at this temple, but were stopped in the 18th century. Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar repaired this temple in 1827 and built the enormous tower on it. He also gifted the temple with a large wooden chariot known as the Simha Vahana, which is now used during the Rathotsava or car festival.
Bull Temple: There is a Bull on the hill when getting down from the Temple.
Magnificently Illuminated Brindavan Gardens: One of the most visited places in Mysore by locals and by tourists is the famous Brindavan Gardens. Located about 19kms from the heart of Mysore these beautiful gardens are laid out below the Krishnaraja Sagar dam built across the river Cauvery. These gardens are famous for the illuminated dancing fountains that come to life after sunset. The Krishnaraja Sagar Dam (KRS) (known as Kannambadi to the locals) itself is a superb example of excellent engineering and itself is a tourist attraction in Mysore. Sir M. Vishveswariah, one of India's finest engineers, built it in 1924.
He used 'surkhi' a mixture of limestone and brick powder instead of cement. The dam was among the first in the world to have automatic sluice gates. The dam is named after the then Maharaja of Mysore Sri Krishnaraja Wodeyar who financed the dam. The dam is 3 kms long and is located at the confluence of the rivers -Cauvery, Hemavati and Lakshmanathritha. The lake that is formed by the dam is one of the largest in India. The dam is a multipurpose project conceived by Sir M. Vishveswariah for supplying water to the agricultural lands of Mandya and Mysore districts and for ensuring power supply to the Shivanasamudra project.
Others in Mysore: Mysore St. Philomena’s Church
MY TRIP TO MYSORE AND OOTY_01: This is one of the best places to visit.
MY TRIP TO MYSORE AND OOTY_01: This is one of the best places to visit.
On the way from Bangalore to Mysore we have Srirangapatna / Srirangapatnam.
Srirangapatna : Is a town, situated a mere 13 km from Mysore city .The entire town is enclosed by the river Kaveri to form an island and is the biggest of the three islands in the river Kaveri.
Places to see in Srirangapatnam:
The Srirangapatnam Fort (Tippu’s Fort): Defended by a double wall, is the center of attraction here. It was built in 1454 by Thimmanna, a local chief and later renovated by Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan. The river Kaveri skirts one side of the fort forming a natural moat, which is fed by water from the river.
Ranganathswamy Temple: The presiding deity of Srirangapatna is Sri Ranganathaswamy, a form of Lord Vishnu. The expression on the face of the Lord is humanly. The many pillared Temple is dark and the visitors like to take a walk around the temple. Within the abode of the Temple lies the Lord on the back of a snake. The color of the Lord is as dark as the night sky. He looks beautiful with a philanthropic smile on his face. The temple is a real history repeating one and you will find it interesting to go inside the temple and feel good when you come out. Sri Mahalakshmi, Sri Hanuman and other lords are present in the temple.
The temple is well known for its Lakhadweepotsava when one lakh lamps will be lit during Sakranthi.
Tippu’s Summer Palace: Is the place where Tippu Sultan visited in summer days to take rest and has very good wooden & ivory designed walls, doors, windows and furniture.
Obelisk: 220 yards away from the dungeon a monument lies. The monument is known as The Obelisk.
The Obelisk marks the place where Tippu Sultan breathed his last when he was trying to stop a British soldier from pulling his legendary sword from its sheath. He was killed in this encounter due to the betrayal of his own men.
A commemorative obelisk, is located in a small envelopment into which one is not allowed to enter, marks the same spot where Tipu fell dead. His body lay there for two days before it was noticed by the locals.
The Mausoleum Of Tipu Sultan: This is the place where Tipu was brought from inside the palace where he was found dead and buried.
Sangam: 3 kms away from Srirangapatna at a spot where the two branches of the River Cauvery that is River Loakpavani and River Cauvery is reunited in jubilant enthusiasm lies Sangam. The Sangam is otherwise known as the confluence of rivers. It is located near a temple. A dip in the Sangam is considered to be holy. There is a common belief among people that their sins can be washed away by this holy dip.
Tributaries of the River Cauvery converge at Sangam.
This is an admired picnic spot and is a exquisite place. From here the river Cauvery flows into the Mettur Dam in Tamil Nadu.
Other in Srirangapatna:
Shivanasamudra Falls: Is the second biggest waterfall in India and the sixteenth largest in the world.
Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary: Is located about 5 kms away from Srirangapatna. It is spread in an 57 acres area. The sanctuary is a small island on the banks of river Kaveri. It is a place of interest to all bird lovers. The sanctuary is a nesting and breeding center for all kinds of birds.
Talakad: Or Talakadu is a town on the left bank of the Kaveri river at a spot where the river makes a sharp bend.
On the way from Bangalore to Mysore we have Srirangapatna / Srirangapatnam.
Srirangapatna : Is a town, situated a mere 13 km from Mysore city .The entire town is enclosed by the river Kaveri to form an island and is the biggest of the three islands in the river Kaveri.
Places to see in Srirangapatnam:
The Srirangapatnam Fort (Tippu’s Fort): Defended by a double wall, is the center of attraction here. It was built in 1454 by Thimmanna, a local chief and later renovated by Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan. The river Kaveri skirts one side of the fort forming a natural moat, which is fed by water from the river.
Ranganathswamy Temple: The presiding deity of Srirangapatna is Sri Ranganathaswamy, a form of Lord Vishnu. The expression on the face of the Lord is humanly. The many pillared Temple is dark and the visitors like to take a walk around the temple. Within the abode of the Temple lies the Lord on the back of a snake. The color of the Lord is as dark as the night sky. He looks beautiful with a philanthropic smile on his face. The temple is a real history repeating one and you will find it interesting to go inside the temple and feel good when you come out. Sri Mahalakshmi, Sri Hanuman and other lords are present in the temple.
The temple is well known for its Lakhadweepotsava when one lakh lamps will be lit during Sakranthi.
Tippu’s Summer Palace: Is the place where Tippu Sultan visited in summer days to take rest and has very good wooden & ivory designed walls, doors, windows and furniture.
Obelisk: 220 yards away from the dungeon a monument lies. The monument is known as The Obelisk.
The Obelisk marks the place where Tippu Sultan breathed his last when he was trying to stop a British soldier from pulling his legendary sword from its sheath. He was killed in this encounter due to the betrayal of his own men.
A commemorative obelisk, is located in a small envelopment into which one is not allowed to enter, marks the same spot where Tipu fell dead. His body lay there for two days before it was noticed by the locals.
The Mausoleum Of Tipu Sultan: This is the place where Tipu was brought from inside the palace where he was found dead and buried.
Sangam: 3 kms away from Srirangapatna at a spot where the two branches of the River Cauvery that is River Loakpavani and River Cauvery is reunited in jubilant enthusiasm lies Sangam. The Sangam is otherwise known as the confluence of rivers. It is located near a temple. A dip in the Sangam is considered to be holy. There is a common belief among people that their sins can be washed away by this holy dip.
Tributaries of the River Cauvery converge at Sangam.
This is an admired picnic spot and is a exquisite place. From here the river Cauvery flows into the Mettur Dam in Tamil Nadu.
Other in Srirangapatna:
Shivanasamudra Falls: Is the second biggest waterfall in India and the sixteenth largest in the world.
Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary: Is located about 5 kms away from Srirangapatna. It is spread in an 57 acres area. The sanctuary is a small island on the banks of river Kaveri. It is a place of interest to all bird lovers. The sanctuary is a nesting and breeding center for all kinds of birds.
Talakad: Or Talakadu is a town on the left bank of the Kaveri river at a spot where the river makes a sharp bend.
MY BANGALORE / BENGALOORU
My Bangalore / Bengalooru: It is home to numerous public sectors such as heavy industries, software companies, aerospace, telecommunications, machine tools, heavy equipment, and defence establishments. Bangalore is known to be the Silicon Valley of India due to its pre-eminent position as the leading contributor to India's IT industry….this is what everyone say. For this is one of the best places to life with that greenery, cool places and having good environment apart from the HUGE Traffic Jams that we have while travelling.
My Bangalore / Bengalooru
Places I’ve visited:
VIDHANA SOUDHA:
A magnificent building housing the State Legislature and Secretariat, it was conceived and executed by Kengal Hanumanthaiya, the then Chief Minister, in 1956. It is built entirely of Bangalore granite in the Neo-Dravidian style.
ATHARA KACHERI (High Court)
This elegant two-storeyed building is directly opposite the Vidhana Soudha. It houses the State High Court. Within walking distance are the Public Library, the Government Museum, the Vishveshwarayya Industrial and Technological Museum and the Venkatappa Art Gallery.
CUBBON PARK
Lieutenant General Sir Mark Cubbon laid out this beautiful park, sprawling across 300 acres, in 1864. This park is green and dotted with fountains, statues and flowering trees. Close to the park is the Bal Bhavan and the Aquarium.
Vishweshwariya Museum
This museum has all the information on developments in science and Engineering.
THE LALBAGH
Started by Hyder Ali in 1760 and later completed by Tippu Sultan, this 240 acre landscape park is home to some very rare species of plants. The glass house, inspired by the Crystal Palace in London, is the venue for the bi-annual flower shows.
BULL TEMPLE
One of the oldest temples in the city built by Kempe Gowda, the founder of Bangalore.
ULSOOR LAKE
It is a perfect getaway dotted with a picturesque island. You can enjoy a boat ride here or swim in the nearby pool.
THE SHIV MANDIR
The 65 ft. Huge sitting Shiva on Airport Road is a major tourist attraction.
ISKCON TEMPLE
Built at a cost of Rs.32 crores on a sprawling 7-acre plot, atop the Hare Krishna hill, is a pious blend of modern technology and spiritual harmony.
SHOPPING
Shopping is a delightful experience in Bangalore. You can take home handicrafts in sandalwood and rosewood, available in state-owned emporia and private stores. For gold and jewelry, you can visit the quaint Jeweler's Street. Some of the favorite shopping haunts is M.G.Road, Brigade Road, Residency Road and Commercial Street. Bargain hunters tend to favor K.G.Road, Malleshwaram and Shivajinagar.
BANNERGHATTA NATIONAL PARK
Located 22 Kms south amidst sylvan surroundings, this park has a crocodile farm and a tiger and lion safari.
INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGY PARK
Located at Whitefield, it is the country's first and most successful software tech park, acting as a front-line institution for export oriented software units. This tech park thus emphasizes the status of Bangalore as the Silicon Valley of India.
In and around Bangalore:
BANGALORE PALACE
Inspired by the Windsor Castle, this palace was built in the Tudor style by a wodeyar King in 1857.
TIPPU’S PALACE
One of his summer retreats built in 1791, this is a two-storeyed ornate wooden structure with pillars, arches and balconies.
SHAKTHI HILL RESORTS
Man made Waterfalls at Shakthi Hill Resort, which is 12 Kms. from Bangalore.
MUSICAL FOUNTAIN
Dance with the swinging waters at this unique attraction at the Chowdaiah Road opposite the Nehru Planetarium.
PLANETARIUM
On a Chowdaiah road, this is your gateway to the magnificent skies above this beautiful city.
KADALEKAY PARSHE
Local farmers hold this Groundnut fair every year at the Bull Temple.
CLIMATE
Bangalore enjoys a salubrious climate all year round, with the monsoon from June to October.
NANDI HILL
60 Kms north, is a small hill station. It was one of the retreats of the Tiger of Mysore. Tipu’s Drop- a 60-m high cliff face- offers a magnificent view.
HESARAGHATTA
25 Kms away, has an artificial lake and a dairy and horticulture farm. Boating and windsurfing are the other attractions here.
NRITYAGRAMA
The famous dance village where young dancers are trained in all disciplines of traditional Indian dance.
SHIVAGANGA
56 Kms north- is a conical hill, which offers a breathtaking view from the top. There are two shrines dedicated to Lord Gangeshwara and Goddess Honnadevi.
DEVARAYANADURGA
70 Kms from Bangalore, this beautiful countryside is dotted with hill top temples and an ideal place for trekking.
RAMANAGARAM
49 Kms southwest, this beautiful landscape spot is popular with rock climbers. It is also an important silk cocoon marketing Center.
JANAPADA LOKA
About 53 Kms from Bangalore, near Ramanagaram. A subsidiary of the Karnataka Janapada Parishath is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of folk culture. Sprawling across 15 acres, the complex has an art gallery, and an open-air theatre, a studio and a museum.
CHANNAPATNA
60 Kms southwest, this town is famous for its lacquerware and handcrafted wooden toys. It is also a silk Center.
DODDA ALADA MARA (BANYAN TREE)
28 Kms from Bangalore, the tree is spread over 3 acres and is 400 years old. The tree is also the largest in Karnataka.
SAVANDURGA
61 Kms from Bangalore near Magadi is yet another spot enjoyed by the trekkers.
MEKEDATU
98 Kms south, is a beautiful picnic spot, which the river Cauvery squeezes through a narrow gorge.
MUTHYALAMADUVU (PEARL VILLAGE)
40 Kms away is known for its verdant surroundings and beautiful water fall. This is a favorite picnic spot.
WHITEFIELD
The philosopher and educationalist, Sri Satya Sai Baba, found 16 Kms from Bangalore, the ashram. The ashram is quiet and peaceful. The devotees come from all over the world to visit the ashram.
My Bangalore / Bengalooru
Places I’ve visited:
VIDHANA SOUDHA:
A magnificent building housing the State Legislature and Secretariat, it was conceived and executed by Kengal Hanumanthaiya, the then Chief Minister, in 1956. It is built entirely of Bangalore granite in the Neo-Dravidian style.
ATHARA KACHERI (High Court)
This elegant two-storeyed building is directly opposite the Vidhana Soudha. It houses the State High Court. Within walking distance are the Public Library, the Government Museum, the Vishveshwarayya Industrial and Technological Museum and the Venkatappa Art Gallery.
CUBBON PARK
Lieutenant General Sir Mark Cubbon laid out this beautiful park, sprawling across 300 acres, in 1864. This park is green and dotted with fountains, statues and flowering trees. Close to the park is the Bal Bhavan and the Aquarium.
Vishweshwariya Museum
This museum has all the information on developments in science and Engineering.
THE LALBAGH
Started by Hyder Ali in 1760 and later completed by Tippu Sultan, this 240 acre landscape park is home to some very rare species of plants. The glass house, inspired by the Crystal Palace in London, is the venue for the bi-annual flower shows.
BULL TEMPLE
One of the oldest temples in the city built by Kempe Gowda, the founder of Bangalore.
ULSOOR LAKE
It is a perfect getaway dotted with a picturesque island. You can enjoy a boat ride here or swim in the nearby pool.
THE SHIV MANDIR
The 65 ft. Huge sitting Shiva on Airport Road is a major tourist attraction.
ISKCON TEMPLE
Built at a cost of Rs.32 crores on a sprawling 7-acre plot, atop the Hare Krishna hill, is a pious blend of modern technology and spiritual harmony.
SHOPPING
Shopping is a delightful experience in Bangalore. You can take home handicrafts in sandalwood and rosewood, available in state-owned emporia and private stores. For gold and jewelry, you can visit the quaint Jeweler's Street. Some of the favorite shopping haunts is M.G.Road, Brigade Road, Residency Road and Commercial Street. Bargain hunters tend to favor K.G.Road, Malleshwaram and Shivajinagar.
BANNERGHATTA NATIONAL PARK
Located 22 Kms south amidst sylvan surroundings, this park has a crocodile farm and a tiger and lion safari.
INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGY PARK
Located at Whitefield, it is the country's first and most successful software tech park, acting as a front-line institution for export oriented software units. This tech park thus emphasizes the status of Bangalore as the Silicon Valley of India.
In and around Bangalore:
BANGALORE PALACE
Inspired by the Windsor Castle, this palace was built in the Tudor style by a wodeyar King in 1857.
TIPPU’S PALACE
One of his summer retreats built in 1791, this is a two-storeyed ornate wooden structure with pillars, arches and balconies.
SHAKTHI HILL RESORTS
Man made Waterfalls at Shakthi Hill Resort, which is 12 Kms. from Bangalore.
MUSICAL FOUNTAIN
Dance with the swinging waters at this unique attraction at the Chowdaiah Road opposite the Nehru Planetarium.
PLANETARIUM
On a Chowdaiah road, this is your gateway to the magnificent skies above this beautiful city.
KADALEKAY PARSHE
Local farmers hold this Groundnut fair every year at the Bull Temple.
CLIMATE
Bangalore enjoys a salubrious climate all year round, with the monsoon from June to October.
NANDI HILL
60 Kms north, is a small hill station. It was one of the retreats of the Tiger of Mysore. Tipu’s Drop- a 60-m high cliff face- offers a magnificent view.
HESARAGHATTA
25 Kms away, has an artificial lake and a dairy and horticulture farm. Boating and windsurfing are the other attractions here.
NRITYAGRAMA
The famous dance village where young dancers are trained in all disciplines of traditional Indian dance.
SHIVAGANGA
56 Kms north- is a conical hill, which offers a breathtaking view from the top. There are two shrines dedicated to Lord Gangeshwara and Goddess Honnadevi.
DEVARAYANADURGA
70 Kms from Bangalore, this beautiful countryside is dotted with hill top temples and an ideal place for trekking.
RAMANAGARAM
49 Kms southwest, this beautiful landscape spot is popular with rock climbers. It is also an important silk cocoon marketing Center.
JANAPADA LOKA
About 53 Kms from Bangalore, near Ramanagaram. A subsidiary of the Karnataka Janapada Parishath is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of folk culture. Sprawling across 15 acres, the complex has an art gallery, and an open-air theatre, a studio and a museum.
CHANNAPATNA
60 Kms southwest, this town is famous for its lacquerware and handcrafted wooden toys. It is also a silk Center.
DODDA ALADA MARA (BANYAN TREE)
28 Kms from Bangalore, the tree is spread over 3 acres and is 400 years old. The tree is also the largest in Karnataka.
SAVANDURGA
61 Kms from Bangalore near Magadi is yet another spot enjoyed by the trekkers.
MEKEDATU
98 Kms south, is a beautiful picnic spot, which the river Cauvery squeezes through a narrow gorge.
MUTHYALAMADUVU (PEARL VILLAGE)
40 Kms away is known for its verdant surroundings and beautiful water fall. This is a favorite picnic spot.
WHITEFIELD
The philosopher and educationalist, Sri Satya Sai Baba, found 16 Kms from Bangalore, the ashram. The ashram is quiet and peaceful. The devotees come from all over the world to visit the ashram.
MY BELGAUM
My Belgaum: Located in the Northern part of the state of Karnataka. This is where I’ve spent 4 yrs of my life for doing Engineering. This place has given me lot of support, courage and life. Is known for its large no of industries, borders the states of Maharashtra and Goa.
Places that I've been:
Belgaum Dist. - A city of industries located on the border of the state of Karnataka which is an Urban area but when you walk the streets of the city you feel the history of this place, the old buildings - Belgaum fort gives the warmth of it.
Gokak falls - 62km from Belgaum and 6km from the Gokak town. Is approximately 25km from my collage which is near to the Bangalore - Pune national highway, passing from Belgaum to Kolhapur (Maharashtra). These are on the Ghataprabha river over a sandstone cliff and is an Awesome place to be. Beside the falls you find the Gokak cloth mills.
Hidkal Dam - Was constructed in the year 1977 on the river Ghataprabha. Is really a very nice place to be with resorts on the hill beside the dam. Cool water and is a picnic spot when you go in the rain season with slight drizzling.
More in the District:
1. Jamboti, 20 km south-west of Belgaum, is a popular tourist spot with its evergreen hilltop forests.
2. Vajrapoha Falls On the Mandovi river are located 26 km from Belgaum.
3. Godchanmalki falls - is a popular destination at a distance of about 60 km from Belgaum. They are stepwise falls which are approximately 100 metres in length, with a step at every 30 metres.
4. Amboli falls - This little known coastal highland area is fabulous during the monsoons. Thick forests, curving misty ghats and shades of vibrant greens.
Places that I've been:
Belgaum Dist. - A city of industries located on the border of the state of Karnataka which is an Urban area but when you walk the streets of the city you feel the history of this place, the old buildings - Belgaum fort gives the warmth of it.
Gokak falls - 62km from Belgaum and 6km from the Gokak town. Is approximately 25km from my collage which is near to the Bangalore - Pune national highway, passing from Belgaum to Kolhapur (Maharashtra). These are on the Ghataprabha river over a sandstone cliff and is an Awesome place to be. Beside the falls you find the Gokak cloth mills.
Hidkal Dam - Was constructed in the year 1977 on the river Ghataprabha. Is really a very nice place to be with resorts on the hill beside the dam. Cool water and is a picnic spot when you go in the rain season with slight drizzling.
More in the District:
1. Jamboti, 20 km south-west of Belgaum, is a popular tourist spot with its evergreen hilltop forests.
2. Vajrapoha Falls On the Mandovi river are located 26 km from Belgaum.
3. Godchanmalki falls - is a popular destination at a distance of about 60 km from Belgaum. They are stepwise falls which are approximately 100 metres in length, with a step at every 30 metres.
4. Amboli falls - This little known coastal highland area is fabulous during the monsoons. Thick forests, curving misty ghats and shades of vibrant greens.
My Hobbies / Favorites
My Hobbies / Favorites: This is what everybody keeps thinking whenever someone asks what your hobbies apart from yourself are????
I have some common and combination of hobbies.
Reading NEWS paper and articles.
Making good number of friends.
Reading about information on new technologies that come into the market.
Listening music with old and new shuffle.
Photography!
Investments in share market.
EARN FROM HOME.
EARN FROM HOME: Earn from Home is a very easy task if you have time to work at Home/Part-time.
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I have some common and combination of hobbies.
Reading NEWS paper and articles.
Making good number of friends.
Reading about information on new technologies that come into the market.
Listening music with old and new shuffle.
Photography!
Investments in share market.
EARN FROM HOME.
EARN FROM HOME: Earn from Home is a very easy task if you have time to work at Home/Part-time.
Below will fetch you money but you have to have patience since returns will take time depending on your speed of work and spreading it as well.
http://hits4pay.com/members/index.cgi?puranamravinder
http://www.sms2india.co.in/?user=puranamravinder
Monday, May 5, 2008
MY HYDERABAD
My Hyderabad: With a vast History, Known as the City of Nizams and the City of Pearls. A city came into existence by Kakatiyas of Warangal in the 11th century, ruled by the great Kings of Nawab. Now-a-days known as Hi-Tech City for the place of IT professionals is a dream place to live. I was born near to this place called Gummadidalla (Medak Dist.) in my Grandpas house 42 kms from Hyderabad. Since then I was brought up in this beautiful city at my home in Jiyaguda, Near Puranapul (A historic bridge built by one of the Nawab). The Purana Pul meaning old bridge spanning the Musi was built in 1500s during the reign of Qutb Shahis, for quick travel between Golconda and Hyderabad. It was the entry bridge into the city of Hyderabad.
Thus life in Hyderabad is not only Historic but also Hi-Tech, hence enjoyable.
Few tourist places in Hyderabad:
Charminar - The major landmark in Hyderabad with four graceful minarets.
Mecca Masjid - A stone-built mosque, immediately southwest of Charminar. Remarkable for its architecture, size and its royal splendour. This is one of the most beautiful mosques in Hyderabad.
Falaknuma Palace - Built by an Italian architect through one of the Paigah nobles, Nawab Viqar al-Umra', complete in Italian marble. It's a beautiful and stunning piece of architecture with Louis XIV-style decor, a lavish Mughal ambience, Italian marble staircases and ornate fountains.
Golconda Fort- Located on the outskirts of the city, Golconda Fort is one of the most magnificent fortress complexes in India.
Salar Jung Museum - The museum houses the largest one-man collection of antiques in the world. Collections include "The Vieled Rebecca" and other huge collection of artifacts dating back to a few centuries. A mere day isn't enough to cover the whole museum.
Birla Mandir - A Hindu temple made of white marble located on top of a hill overlooking the city.
Qutb Shahi Tombs-Home for various Tombs dedicated to Rulers of Qutb Shahi dynasty, located at Shaikpet, near Golconda Fort.
Birla Planetarium- Located in the heart of the city on the panoramic hillock of Nawbat Pahad, the Birla Planetarium is a tribute to the advances made in science and technology.
Hussain Sagar-It is a man-made lake is also famous for the 18-metre tall Buddha statue on a platform island called "Rock of Gibraltar" in the middle of the lake, and for the Tank Bund which consists of beautiful gardens and statues of famous personalities. Boating and water sports are a regular feature here.
Necklace road - This popular boulevard lies on the other side of the lake, linking the IMAX theatre and Sanjivaiah park. This has become the-place-to-be for the Hyderabadis in the evenings. This strip provides a scenic atmosphere with lush lawns and long rows of flower beds. Eat-Street,Water Front are popular restaurants located on this strip. The latest addition to this strip is the Jal Vihar, a mini water world designed to soothe your senses.
Lumbini park - This is one of the popular parks in the city. The main attraction of this park was the Musical fountain. It is now replaced by the 1500 seater Laserium, the first of its kind in the state. Boat rides take you across the lake to give you a closer glimpse of the Buddha.
HITEC City - Stands for Hyderabad Information Technology Engineering Consultancy City, a major technology township which is at the center of the information technology industry in Hyderabad.
Sanghi Temple - A temple dedicated to Lord Venkateshwara graces a promontory overlooking Sanghi Nagar.
Ramoji Film City (RFC) - Is the world’s largest integrated film studio cum theme park, at nearly 2,000 acres (8 km²). It is also one of Asia’s most popular tourism and recreation centres. Recently, it has made its way to the Guinness Book of World Records for being the largest film studio in the world. Opened in 1996, it is located about 25 km from Hyderabad on Vijayawada National Highway (NH-9).
Thus life in Hyderabad is not only Historic but also Hi-Tech, hence enjoyable.
Few tourist places in Hyderabad:
Charminar - The major landmark in Hyderabad with four graceful minarets.
Mecca Masjid - A stone-built mosque, immediately southwest of Charminar. Remarkable for its architecture, size and its royal splendour. This is one of the most beautiful mosques in Hyderabad.
Falaknuma Palace - Built by an Italian architect through one of the Paigah nobles, Nawab Viqar al-Umra', complete in Italian marble. It's a beautiful and stunning piece of architecture with Louis XIV-style decor, a lavish Mughal ambience, Italian marble staircases and ornate fountains.
Golconda Fort- Located on the outskirts of the city, Golconda Fort is one of the most magnificent fortress complexes in India.
Salar Jung Museum - The museum houses the largest one-man collection of antiques in the world. Collections include "The Vieled Rebecca" and other huge collection of artifacts dating back to a few centuries. A mere day isn't enough to cover the whole museum.
Birla Mandir - A Hindu temple made of white marble located on top of a hill overlooking the city.
Qutb Shahi Tombs-Home for various Tombs dedicated to Rulers of Qutb Shahi dynasty, located at Shaikpet, near Golconda Fort.
Birla Planetarium- Located in the heart of the city on the panoramic hillock of Nawbat Pahad, the Birla Planetarium is a tribute to the advances made in science and technology.
Hussain Sagar-It is a man-made lake is also famous for the 18-metre tall Buddha statue on a platform island called "Rock of Gibraltar" in the middle of the lake, and for the Tank Bund which consists of beautiful gardens and statues of famous personalities. Boating and water sports are a regular feature here.
Necklace road - This popular boulevard lies on the other side of the lake, linking the IMAX theatre and Sanjivaiah park. This has become the-place-to-be for the Hyderabadis in the evenings. This strip provides a scenic atmosphere with lush lawns and long rows of flower beds. Eat-Street,Water Front are popular restaurants located on this strip. The latest addition to this strip is the Jal Vihar, a mini water world designed to soothe your senses.
Lumbini park - This is one of the popular parks in the city. The main attraction of this park was the Musical fountain. It is now replaced by the 1500 seater Laserium, the first of its kind in the state. Boat rides take you across the lake to give you a closer glimpse of the Buddha.
HITEC City - Stands for Hyderabad Information Technology Engineering Consultancy City, a major technology township which is at the center of the information technology industry in Hyderabad.
Sanghi Temple - A temple dedicated to Lord Venkateshwara graces a promontory overlooking Sanghi Nagar.
Ramoji Film City (RFC) - Is the world’s largest integrated film studio cum theme park, at nearly 2,000 acres (8 km²). It is also one of Asia’s most popular tourism and recreation centres. Recently, it has made its way to the Guinness Book of World Records for being the largest film studio in the world. Opened in 1996, it is located about 25 km from Hyderabad on Vijayawada National Highway (NH-9).
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