Siddarabetta
March 15, 2017
There is something distinctly refreshing about being on a rocky hill: rocky slopes, boulders, grasses and climbers growing in between them, trees which seem to grow out of sheer rock, […]
India’s natural areas are gaining increasing appreciation for their beauty and also their inherent value of being ‘natural capital’. Most protection efforts are however focused only on designated wildlife sanctuaries and tiger reserves, while lesser-known natural areas face a high degree of pressure for development. We bring these ‘Unexplored Areas’ into focus, so that their intrinsic value and need for protection are highlighted.
Doresanipalya – An Urban Jungle
January 01, 2017
Bengaluru has several well known green spaces that serve as the city’s lungs: Lalbagh, Cubbon Park, Turahalli, and Bannerghatta National Park, to name a few. In addition, several places are […]
Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary
November 15, 2016
When the stress of traffic in the city and the constant noise levels start to play havoc with my inner peace, the first getaway I always think of is a […]
Turahalli: an urban forest
August 15, 2016
As a plant-lover, I’ve become accustomed to visiting forests and places which are far-removed from cities, towns and human habitation altogether. City flora, while stunning, fails to enthrall me because […]
Ankasamudra Lake: an upcoming bird sanctuary
July 01, 2016
Here is a classic example of how an obscure lake became a hotspot for nesting birds. Located on the banks of the backwaters of the Tungabhadra Dam, Ankasamudra village’s tank […]
Nagazari Trek: glimpses of a lifeline
May 15, 2016
How can a colourless, odourless liquid bring so much joy? As we ‘waded’ through the trek route (it took some getting used to as we were amongst the first hikers […]
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