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Bindu Gopal Rao, Freelance Writer & Photographer

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KAAV Safari Lodge, Kabini

December 28, 2020

Kabini is a magnificent jungle in Karnataka, a personal favourite too. And my first trip in nine months was to Kabini and I could not have been happier. My destination was KAAV, a quaint property that seamlessly merges with the jungle. The serene environs of the Nagarhole wildlife sanctuary, make a perfect backdrop for Kaav… Read More KAAV Safari Lodge, Kabini

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Kumbakonam Diaries with @mantrakoodam_cghearth. A Kumbakonam Diaries with @mantrakoodam_cghearth. A temple town that is home to over 5000 temples, Mantra Koodam is the best way to enjoy the best of the Chola culture and cuisine. Glimpses from a recent stay swipe to see more. And this peacock was captured using my phone the first time I saw one so close. And yes they are the residents here too.
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#kumbakonam #tamilnadu #meandcghearth #cghearth #temples #chola #peacock #parijata #food #sunrise #paddy #swamimalai #nofilter
Glimpses of my stay @visalam_cghearth. The best wa Glimpses of my stay @visalam_cghearth. The best way to explore the Chettinad region this is where you get the real deal food, culture, architecture and heritage that combine beautifully for a great experience.
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#cgh #meandcghearth #cghearth #tamilnadu #chettinad #athangudi #karaikudi #nofilter
Makar Sankranti is believed to be the most auspici Makar Sankranti is believed to be the most auspicious festival as it marks the upward movement of the Sun away from the Tropic of Capricorn; from the Southern Hemisphere towards the Northern Hemisphere. It is also called uttarayan, which means the Sun is moving towards the North. Happy Sankranti.
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#sankranti #sankrantispecial #sankranthi #bengaluru #uttarayan #festival #sun #sunray
Images from the beautiful Fazlani Natures Nest, cl Images from the beautiful Fazlani Natures Nest, close to Lonavala where I spent a few days recently. Overlooking the majestic Sahyadri mountains, the wellness retreat offerd integrated healing treatments from recognized alternative healthcare principles. Every guest is given customized lifestyle rebalance plans after consultation with Ayurvedic and Naturopathy doctors and this place also has Equine therapy (see the image of the horse). There are cooking sessions (I learnt the beetroot risotto) and there is fresh, organic and seasonal produce. The farm-to-fork experience where fruits, vegetables, spices and a wealth of local produce from the gardens is delicious. And yes, the most amazing sunrises.
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#sunrise #travel #wellness #retreat #nature #naturopathy #yoga #healthyeating #health #ayurveda #travelpics #birds #nofilter
Delhi Diaries. Some images from a recent trip. A g Delhi Diaries. Some images from a recent trip. A great stay at Sheraton Saket and saw the beautiful Bangla Sahib, Sundar Nursery and Humayun Tomb along with the Qutub Minar. Food images are all from my fabulous meals @sheraton_newdelhi . 
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#nofilter #delhi #delhifood #qutubminar #sundarnursery #humayunstomb #banglasahib #foodphotography #travelphotography
Power of pink. Bengaluru's Lalbagh is blooming wit Power of pink. Bengaluru's Lalbagh is blooming with the Tabebuia rosea, also called pink poui, and rosy trumpet tree.
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#tabebuiarosea #rosea #pinkpoui #rosytrumpettree #pink #flowerphotography #flowersofinstagram #flowers
Glimpses from my stay at Amal Tamara a holistic we Glimpses from my stay at Amal Tamara a holistic wellness retreat that has its heart in the right place. Rooted in Ayurveda the retreat walks the talk when it comes to all things health and has much for you to takeaway.
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#health #wellness #ayurveda #holistichealth #kerala #vegetarianfood #yoga #meditation #ayurvedicmassage #ayurvedalifestyle #nofilter
Birds are not very commonly seen in Switzerland. B Birds are not very commonly seen in Switzerland. But if you look closer, you will find them, like I did! 
Birds I saw include Alpine Chough, Red crested pochard, Mallard, Mute Swan, Great Crested Grebe, Common coot, Common kingfisher, Mottled Duck, Eurasian Blue Tit, Common Pochard, Black backed wagtail, Common moorhen, Goosgander, European Robin, Eurasian Magpie, Black headed gull, Common blackbird, Eurasian tree sparrow, Grey heron, True sparrow, Common Wood pigeon. How many do you recognise here? 

Click here to watch a video that has all these birds.
https://youtu.be/LPDNznH6Vqg. Or look up my YouTube channel with my name.
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#birdsofinstagram #birdphotography #bird #birdstagram #birdlovers #birding #birdwatching #switzerland🇨🇭 #inlovewithswitzerland #ineedswitzerland #switzerland
The fall season in Switzerland from September to t The fall season in Switzerland from September to the end of November sees the landscape turn into a mirage of colours from ochre to ombre. It was my first time to see this season ever and here are some images that I clicked from Zurich, Laussane, Lucerne, Bern, Basel, Geneva and more. What's not to love or want about Switzerland? @MySwitzerlandIn
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#fallcolors #fall #autumn #fallvibes #nature #autumnvibes #autumncolors #naturephotography #autumnleaves #fallleaves #leaves #october #fallfoliage #landscape #travelphotography #fallphotography #hiking #inlovewithswitzerland #ineedswitzerland #nofilter
The many myriad experiences at the absolutely gorg The many myriad experiences at the absolutely gorgeous Coconut Lagoon. Curated vegetarian food, traditional performances, backwater and sunset cruises, village life experience and more. Swipe for more images. This place is so scenic that you need #nofilter 
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#meandcghearth #cghearth #kerala #kumarakom #keralafood #backwatersofkerala #naturephotography #tea
Spice coast cruises have some wonderful and eco fr Spice coast cruises have some wonderful and eco friendly traditional house boats that are a great way to enjoy the backwaters of Kerala. A stop at the local village was good fun. Food is curated as per your requirements and the best way to enjoy the experience is to observe the life of the people who live here. I particularly enjoyed watching birds and the bird book and binoculars were put to good use.
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#houseboat #kerala #meandcghearth #cruise #food #alleppey #vembanadlake #backwaters #backwatersofkerala
Glimpses from a fabulous stay at Brunton Boatyard Glimpses from a fabulous stay at Brunton Boatyard at CGH Earth. Many lessons in conscious and slow living against a beautiful backdrop. Swipe for more images and do check this for a stay the next time you are in Kochi 
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#kochi #meandcghearth #nature #sea #boat #architecture #heritage #cghearth #nofilter
Wishing you a very happy Ganesh chaturthi. As the Wishing you a very happy Ganesh chaturthi. As the God of new beginnings, wishing you health and happiness. Glimpses from the celebrations at home
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#ganeshchaturthi #ganesha #celebration #festival #kotte #kottekadubu #newbeginnings
This morning was all things lucky, as my nephew he This morning was all things lucky, as my nephew helped me spot this lone spotted owlet right outside the window of our living room. Had fun shooting these pics and videos. Wait till the end to see how sharp its gaze is as it turns and stares.
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#owl #owlet #spottedowlet #birdsofinstagram #bird #nature #balconybirding
The flower market in Gandhi Bazaar in Basavanagudi The flower market in Gandhi Bazaar in Basavanagudi, Bengaluru buzzes in action especially when there is a festival around the corner. Scenes from a day before Varamahalakshmi Vrata, a festival ode to Goddess Lakshmi.
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#festivevibes #varamahalakshmi #varamahalakshmipooja #flowersofinstagram #flowerphotography #lotus #rose #lily #crysanthemum #nammabengaluru
Moments from my recent trip to The Park Hyderabad. Moments from my recent trip to The Park Hyderabad. From the relaunch of Aish the speciality restaurant to visiting the old city, the team @theparkhyderabad went all out to help us make wonderful memories
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#hyderabad #theparkhotels #travelgram #travelphotography #aish #charminar #chowmahallapalace #oldcity #Foodstagram #foodphotography #nofilter #reelsinstagram #reels #feelitreelit
Paper and Pie is a new age cafe that is great for Paper and Pie is a new age cafe that is great for meetings and as a space to work and has an eclectic menu to match. The food choices include salads, soups, pizzas, pasta and more. They also have a great selection of coffees teas and desserts in an ambience to match. Swipe to see more images.
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#cafe #bengaluru #BangaloreFoodies #Foodstagram #foodphotography #restaurantdesign #restaurant #nofilter #foodies #bengalurucafe
Platform.65 a newly opened train themed restaurant Platform.65 a newly opened train themed restaurant in Bannerghatta road. The entire restaurant is built around the theme of a railway station and each table is served food on toy trains. There is even a green signal light that blinks to tell you the food will arrive at your table! The menu is extensive and has several Andhra specialties (the chain has many branches in AP and Telangana). I tried some simple vegetarian fare and found the food to be tasty. The novel presentation and friendly staff make this a good experience for a meal out with the family. The restaurant is very busy so please do make reservations. Phone: 096064 88859. Reservation: platform65.in, dineout.co.in
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#food #restaurant #bengaluru #eatout #vegetarianfood #dining #train #trainrestaurant #p65csw #platform65 #platform65bengaluru
Golden Beach of Puri in Odisha has transformed int Golden Beach of Puri in Odisha has transformed into a Blue Flag Beach and officially ranked as India's cleanest beach. Some scenes from an early morning walk at 5.45 am.
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#beach #water #ocean #blueflag #cleanbeach #odisha #skyphotography #beachvibes