Anushku | Pranav

A road trip is more than just a journey it’s an adventure filled with unexpected turns, breathtaking sights, and experiences that leave lasting memories. Our recent expedition from Dharwad to Prayagraj of approximately 3,600 kilometers over five days, involving eight friends traveling in two vehicles a Sedan and an SUV. This journey was not just about distances, it was a through the heart of diverse India , its people, lands, and cultures. Cars and People We were 8 friends driving a SUV and an Sedan  Day 1: Departure and the Initial Route We began our journey from Dharwad, energized and excited. Our first stop was Nargund for breakfast, and after refueling both our vehicles and ourselves, we continued towards Bijapur and Solapur. By midday, we reached Tuljapur for lunch. However, a communication gap after lunch led to the two vehicles splitting onto different routes towards Nagpur. Sedan Route: A shorter but slower route via Latur, Nanded, Yavatmal, and Wadha, facing varied road c...

Weekends are usually for relaxation and a break from daily life. However, for some weekends are getaway opportunities to escape chores of city, If you are seeking such place within a convenient two-hour drive or ride from Udupi, then Kundadri must be at the top of your list. Nestled amidst the Western Ghats in the Shimoga District of Karnataka State, Kundadri is a hill adorned with dense forests, offering a blissful retreat for souls. A Spiritual Journey through History: Renowned for its 17th century Jain temple dedicated to Parshwanath Thirthankara and also known to have served as a sanctuary to Acharya Kundakunda. The main deity of this temple is Parshwanatha, the 23rd Tirthankar. As you explore Kundadri, you will come across three ponds on the hill, one adjacent to the temple, a larger one known as Papanashini and two smaller ponds named Nagakanye and Lotus. According to an article from the Deccan Herald newspaper The hill derives its name from Kundakundacharya, a Jain monk who is b...