Sobha - The Family Traveler

A Story from my Travel Diary The magnificent Temple of Paramekkavu Bhagavathi Amma stants in the heart of Thrissur, where tradition dances with devotion and history hums through temple corridors. The temple is a sacred space that embodies Kerala’s spiritual intensity and cultural vibrancy. On the same day as our visit to Vadakkunnathan Temple, we found ourselves drawn to this powerful shrine, just 500 metres away, where the festive celebs were in full fervor. Also Read: Our Vist to Sree Vadakkunathan Temple in Thrissur After the serene darshan at Sree Vadakkunnathan Temple, on suggestion of locals, our footsteps carried us just a short distance to another sacred space — the Paramekkavu Bhagavathi Amma Temple where devotion takes on a vibrant, living rhythm. The air was alive with the pulse of Kerala’s traditional chenda melam, the courtyard thronged with devotees, and the goddess herself seemed to radiate through every beat, every prayer, every procession. In that moment, Thrissur ...

A Story from my Old Travel Diary - Recollection of a Family Traveler's trip to the Cave Temple in Bidar, Karnataka In 2008, we (three friendly families) went on a road trip to Jharni Narasimha Cave temple which is nestled inside a cave in the historic city of Bidar in Karnataka. Hyderabad-Bidar Road Trip We were three families from different locations in Hyderabad. All started our long drives early in the morning in our cars. It was early morning and the roads were clean and calm making our drive easier and faster. We moved on the highway enjoying the early morning cool breeze and watching the morning sun casting its golden hues on the road. We drove through calm villages, stretches of open lands and bustling towns. We didn't even know how the time melted when the male members stopped the car at a roadside dhaba for a hot cup of chai. By then it was around 7.30 a.m and still there was morning calmness all around. Two of the families were with children who made the trip livel...

Sree Vadakkunathan temple in Thrissur, Kerala is cuturally rich with fascinating history and vibrant traditions. Our visit to this temple during our Kerala Tour in Mar 2025, we had a divinely and peaceful experience which is remembered forever. Day 1 of our Kerala Tour in Mar 2025 Our Kerala tour in March 2025 was one of the most cherishable family one that is still fresh in our minds. We started from Hyderabad on March 12th and landed in Kochi airport at around 9.30 a.m. Kochi airport, though small yet culturally rich showcasing the heritage of Kerala. The front elevation of the airport is quite unique with the typical pagoda / pyramidical style roofs. We collected our baggage and walked out looking at every minute thing of the airport with appreciation which reflects the rich heritage and history of God's Own Country. While making our Kerala trip planner, we came to know about this ancient temple which has connection with Parasurama (the 6th Avatar of Sri Maha Vishnu) and Jaga...