So, I went on another solo backpacking trip. This time it was interiors of Tamil Nadu where language was as big a barrier as was the place for me. Backpacking to remote places has its own charm & toll. V was apprehensive of this trip but I assured him.
I love challenges and almost had my way until the last phase when some small bloody creatures on this earth defeated me. My ever sharp German knife or any other defense tactics couldn’t defend me from them.
Yeah, I was attacked …

Of all the chaotic schedule I have, last week there were some more activities at my end.
1. I introduced Captcha on comment form to scare away the spams.
2. Only 2 days later I realized I was not able to reply to comments on my site though I could comment elsewhere. I have done a workaround but that’s not a solution.
3. My personal gmail account to which my other accounts are attached was hacked. I am yet to assess the total damage. If you get any communications from me, I have …

The site wears a new look now. It has more content in a more appealing way.
Some visible changes which you are going to enjoy are.. ..

A set of featured posts that have been added.
A section for featured video. This will have videos from me shot during my trips.
Eight major themes which when clicked will take you to sub-themes for easy navigation. You can hover your mouse to see what all they contain. I am sure you will enjoy this section.
Footer will also give some more information.
Now there are more ways …

Ok, so return journey was quite smooth and boring compared to adventurous departure, the details of which will NOT come out.
Just to give you a glimpse… I had got a nasty six inch deep blue-black mark on my thigh, sprained ankle and one wheel of my strolley had come off. All this at Churchgate station itself and I had exactly 9 minutes to catch my train from VT. And remember I was traveling alone and doctor had advised me against lifting even half a kg weight ?
Anyway, took …

Sometime back I had written about ASI (Archaeological Survey of India) being an issuing authority for a common entry ticket for all World Heritage sites in India. This was mainly done to reduce the waiting period in queue and other hassles faced while visiting these places.

After buying entrance tickets these people are waiting for security check
Tickets for individual sites are also made

The new year has begun with joy and happiness. It brings some changes to this site as well. Some happened and hopefully some will happen shortly.

If you have not noticed, the site

The ministry of Culture, Govt of India has announced that ASI (Archaeological Survey of India) will issue a common entry ticket for all World Heritage sites in the country except Taj Mahal for which a special entry ticket will be issued.
The scheme is likely to be introduced within next 3 months. This is quite a welcome sign as it will reduce time to stand in long queues in front each monument.

Some points worth to be noted.
1. The tickets can be