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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.

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Cultural Extravaganza: Kodava Music & Dance Forms

Published on: 02/12/2024 |Contributors: Sharmila Chand

When I heard the soulful voice of Sharada Somaiya singing “Lilale”, as the opening notes of the trailer for the first episode “Hidden Sounds”, I got bowled over and started digging deep into the music of the Kudiya tribe. The powerful voice accompanied by the ‘dudi’ drum made of wood and goat’s skin, echoes in rhythmic beats. One gets transported to the rolling hills and deep forests of Coorg, the home of the indigenous tribe.

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The Kalahari Skies: An Everchanging Canvas of Colour

Published on: 19/11/2024 | Contributors: Daniel Crous

The last remnants of an evening storm clings to the horizon as the night sky gives way to a ribbon of orange chiselling its way into the scene. Slowly an orange orb enters the fray casting beams of light through the thorny terrain and bringing with it a cacophony of sound.

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Secrets of the Badavilinga

Published on: 13/11/2024 | Contributors: Preanka Roy & Vikram Nanjappa 

The morning sun was hot on our backs as we made our way northwards from the most iconic sculpture in Hampi. Standing alone in a less popular corner of the temple town was Badavilinga Gudi - by far one of the best kept secrets of Hampi.

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