Having friends who are proud of their birth land is a blessing for wanderers. This is what the inside dome of Somnathpur in Mysore looks like. The last major temple of Hoysala dynasty, it was constructed in 1268 A.D. in the reign of King Narsimha III by his army general Somnatha. Hence, this Kesava temple…
Category: Artifacts
Preyed
I think anybody with an insecurity, which is everyone, appreciates the fact that it’s much easier to be a predator than it is to be prey. ~James Van Der Beek Psychopaths are social predators, and like all predators, they are looking for feeding grounds. Wherever you get power, prestige and money, you will find them….
The Door To Enlightenment
Temple doors have a different charm. They are opulent, classy, and very extravagant. Yet, they seem tranquil and lead you to places where you find your inner peace, and more importantly define your humanity and humility. No matter how many jewels you adorn the gods inside with, no matter how many thieves these door needs…
450 Posts: Welcome to the Circus!
“My circus train pulls through the night Full of lions and trapeze artists I’m done with elephants and clowns I want to run away and join the office” ― Mike Doughty
The Sound Of Music
It’s easy to play any musical instrument: all you have to do is touch the right key at the right time and the instrument will play itself. ~Johann Sebastian Bach
One Puff…
“Add smoke, not fire. You want to confuse your competition, not kill them.” ― Jarod Kintz, 99 Cents For Some Nonsense
Brainvita
The brain is possibly one of the most wonderful creations of the world that most people don’t give enough exercise to. If you want it to stay sharp, a few games that help your cognitive abilities is surely worth indulging into.
Ring The Temple Bells
Every Hindu temple entrances greets you with a bell. Growing up, mom used to explain that the bell is a way to “wake up” the God sitting inside, so that he takes notice of our presence and can hear us out. For us though, it was a fun way to cause a riot!
Thanjavur Thalayatti Bommai
I made a passing mention of the Thanjavur Thalayatti Bommai on a post I put up a few day ago. Instead of leaving it to your imagination, why not show you what she looks like? Well, this is the one my mom owns. She’s been around for over 25 years (or longer, I just remember…
Bobbling Around
Bobblehead dolls have been a part of our household now since I can remember. Fondly called “Thanjavur Thalayatti Bommai” (meaning “Tanjore Head-Shaking Doll” in Tamil), we’ve had ones who dance and ones who just bobble their heads. But when I found some at Jodhpur, it took me by surprise. We found these made using paper-mache (the…
Snapshots of my World 