Bangalore is a delight for bird watchers as its many green spaces are home for many avian species. The presence of birds is a sign of a healthy ecosystem. They help control the population of insects, help in pollination and seed dispersal. This apart, the presence of birds makes for a happy environment. Bird watching… Read More Birding Spots in Bengaluru
It’s important for someone who want to start birding in India, to know and understand what he/she is looking for. Amateur birders are advised to not avoid the most common areas as they help to identify birds. It is also very important to understand the physical structure of the species to identify and remember. For… Read More Birding in India
A recent visit to Mukteshwar for the fifth edition of art residency Chitrashaala, saw me stay at the beautiful jüSTa Mukteshwar Retreat and Spa. How many hotels can claim to offer a stunning view of the snow-capped Nandi Devi peaks of the Himalayan range. Well jüSTa Mukteshwar Retreat and Spa in Mukteshwar does just that. And… Read More JüSTa Mukteshwar Retreat And Spa, Uttarakhand
Bird lovers in the city are going trigger happy as they spot and click their feathered friends all over the city. Being an avid bird watcher myself, birds have a special place in my heart. Am also lucky to live in Bengaluru that is a birder’s paradise thanks to its green cover, which is depleting… Read More Birding in Bengaluru
Birding is a great way to destress, detox and bring a smile on your face, even as the coronavirus continues unabated. With its serene vistas, DLF Golf Links has an amazing landscape that has been a panacea for not just nature lovers but birds too. The COVID-19 lockdown has been great for nature and birders… Read More Bird Watching Sites in Delhi
When most people hear of Reunion Island – the instinctive question is where is this country? To be honest it was mine too when I was invited a couple of years ago. Close to Mauritius (30 minute flight away), this is a tropical island that is a French Department. So the official language here is… Read More Birds of Reunion Island Photo Essay
Bird watching groups are making sure Bangaloreans appreciate the diverse avian life of the city Avian Walk Started in 2008, Bangalore Birding Adventures primarily conducts bird watching and bird photography tours around Bangalore, Mysore and Coorg. Led by Bopanna Pattada, the bird watching is usually in Nandi Hills, the surroundings of Bannerghatta National Park and… Read More Bird watching groups in Bangalore
My first visit to Himachal Pradesh in Dec 2017 was made memorable thanks to Club Mahindra who invited me to visit their property off Shimla in Kandaghat. After a rather long flight from Bangalore to Chandigarh and the two plus hour drive to Kandaghat, I was welcomed by a sea of colour courtesy the flowers… Read More Five off beat things to do at Club Mahindra Kandaghat