Evolve Back presents a series of expressive stories from our destinations. We hope that these stories encapsulating the lore of the land help foster a deeper understanding and connection between our guests and the places we call home.

On a Voyage of Paradise

Published on: 03/10/2025 | Contributors: Sharmila Chand & Sudeep Gurtu 

Characterized by undulating hills, lush landscapes, rich cultural traditions, Coorg also known as Kodagu, is located in the Eastern slopes of Karnataka. With pleasant weather throughout the year and the misty hills, this slice of paradise coaxes me as I embrace the unique culture of Coorg.

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Water, Stone, and Empire: Reading Vijayanagara in the Evolve Back Kamalapura Palace

Published on: 18/09/2025 |Contributors: Anirudh Kanisetti & Vikram Nanjappa

Step out from the cool embrace of your villa, and the heat is the first thing that strikes you — the same sharp, dry warmth, with its distant hint of spice, that the rulers of Vijayanagara felt five hundred years ago.

The Unusual Suspects: Creatures You Didn’t Expect in the Kalahari

Published on: 16/09/2025 | Contributors: Sarah Kingdom

When most people think of the Kalahari, their minds jump straight to the heavy-hitters: lions striding over sand dunes, cheetahs chasing springbok, oryx outlined against blazing horizons. But the longer you linger, the more you notice the quieter characters, the ones that don’t make it onto postcards but are no less remarkable.