Two women in traditional Indian attire, rural setting.

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Birdwatching around the Coffee Forests of Coorg

Published on: 10/08/2026 |Contributors: Preanka Rao & Vikram Nanjappa

Gentle drizzles. Soft rain on large leaves. The soothing hum of lush forests. This is how my Coorg morning greeted me. Layer by layer of sound, the sun rose above the misty hills. I sat still by the lake with my steaming cup and opened my ears to the sounds around me. The fish bubbles in the water, the rain on the damp soil, and the distant drumming of a woodpecker weaved a soundscape that drew me into a meditation. But my watch beeped a gentle reminder that it was time to go! I put my nature journal down, looked at the lake once more and turned to leave.

Guardians of the Darkness: Owls of Kabini Part 2

Published on: 03/08/2026 |Contributors: Preanka Roy & Pratheek KS

It is curious how in Indian folklore owls are revered but also feared. But mostly misunderstood. Our night trail along the River Kabini was making good progress. We covered the ground around the village, the fringes of the forests nearby and spotted a host of frogs and geckos in addition to some wonderful owls.

The Rocks Remember: Exploring Karnataka's Prehistoric Landscapes

Published on: 20/07/2026 |Contributors: Preanka Roy & Vikram Nanjappa

The history of Karnataka extends far beyond the boundaries of the Vijayanagara Empire. While most tourists come for the towering gopurams, sprawling temple complexes and wildlife, some stay on to explore the seemingly barren boulder-balanced landscapes. I opted for an off beat trail this time and found myself chasing something far older than palace ruins — something as old as the land itself.