Chennai is now a bustling metro with buildings squeezed every nook and cranny. In this modern concrete crowd only a handful of heritage buildings stand, …
Fort St George and the founding of Madras
Ripon Building – A white house in the heart of Madras
Ripon building now houses the administrative body of the Corporation of Chennai (then, Municipality of Madras). Ripon has seen important decisions made over two world …
Amir Mahal – A palace amidst a metropolitan city!
One sunday, Appa was taking an unusual route to get our Sunday lunch. While we were chatting all the way, he suddenly took a turn …
Padmanabhapuram palace: An ornate marvel made of wood
Shielded by Veli hills stands the Venad kingdom’s decadent pride made of wood, the Padmanabhapuram Palace. Withstanding the test of time in the little town …
Tharangambadi – Tranquebar, the land where dancing waves sing eternally
Down south in the Indian subcontinent lies a land of the singing waves, now called Tharangambadi. Then, Tranquebar. A remnant of a danish colony, this …
Dhanushkodi – A ghost island at the tip of India
In the middle of the subtle green waves and rich coral life lies a little island, with clear sand and gentle waves washing its shores. …
Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal: The story of south India’s most stunning palace
Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal is one of those places that holds you in awe every time you visit it. Its opulent interiors and huge ivory pillars, …
Manapad : History, tourism, and everything you need to know!
Along the coastlines of Tuticorin, lies a thinly populated fisherman hamlet – Manapad, a beautiful scenic landscape that truly is a treat to the eyes. …
Hello world!
Hello there! I am Sharon Abraham and I am glad you landed here in my mini world of tales, stories, and myths about interesting places, …