Take a Pass on Shiv Mandir, Bangalore
Open 365 days a year, 24 hours a day for your scalping pleasure. Shiv Mandir, located on old airport road in Bangalore, is the epitome of crass tourist traps. My travel bud and I had [...]
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A Visit to Lalbagh Gardens of Bangalore
The Lalbagh Garden (Red Garden) of Bangalore is a must-see for any tourist to this city. Large expanses of foliage, walking trails and monuments remedy the claustrophobic feeling this southern city’s narrow, bustling streets can [...]
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A Meal at Hotel Tom’s of Bangalore, Karnataka
Hotel Tom’s will not be found in any guide book of Bangalore or South India. It’s not fancy, not sexy, and certainly not convenient to the major attractions of the city. It is, however, a short walk from the Casa Cottage, our “home” while in this city. Casa’s staff referred us for dinner as we were too tired to walk back
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Take a Stroll Along MG Road & Brigade Road While in Bangalore
After a few hours of crossing Bangalore in a car, darting from one tourist sight to another, stretching your legs on MG & Brigade Road is a welcome find. Travel guides will certainly point you [...]
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A Visit to Bangalore’s Famed Bull Temple
The Bull Temple of Bangalore is adjacent from Dodda Ganesha Temple, a short walk up the hill. Tourists traveling by car & driver are smart to leave their shoes in the car as they exit [...]
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Frequent Flyer to India
Since the age of 16, I’ve held a frequent flier card for Northwest Airlines, now Delta. Finding ways to add more miles to my account has held an interest since the beginning. Through the years [...]
