Category: Destinations

Taj Mahal – one of the seven wonders of the world had attracted not only common tourist but also so many celebrities around the world. Its often visited by famous artists, singers,businessmen,sports persons, political and religious leaders etc. Famous author Rudyard Kipling had once noted that Taj Mahal is “the embodiment of all things pure Read More…

Varanasi one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world is blessed with vibrant colours,temples, Ghats along river Ganga etc. No wonder it has attracted movie makers too. The famous movies shot at Varanasi are: Raanjhna Lagaa chunari mein daag Water Mohalla Assi Banaras Angrezi mein kehte hain Location: Uttar Pradesh, India Destination type Read More…

During the advanced training of Kalaripayattu , certain treatment methods are also taught. The Guru or master of the Kalaripayattu will know how to heal certain neurological and orthopaedic issues. The student will be taught certain Ayurveda treatments and the marmas(vital energy points) of the human body. Treatment for neurological disorders like spondylosis and orthopaedic Read More…

Remember Rahul’s confrontation scene in Chennai Express. It was shot at a beautiful location at Dhom Dam area. The same place was shown in the movie Swadesh .It is in Wai Taluk of Satara district in Maharashtra.Movies shot in this are: Gangaajal Omkara  Dabangg  Swadesh  Ishqiya Singham  Bol Bachchan Location: Wai,Maharashtra, India Destination type : Read More…

Location : Kerala, India There are many centers in Kerala which conduct Kalaripayattu performances. These centers show cases the Kalaripayattu martial art form for those who are interested in Kalaripayattu and Kerala’a culture. We have included names of some of the popular centers where Kalaripayattu performances conducted which we got through internet search . We Read More…

The snow covered hills and evergreen valleys of Kashmir has fascinated many for centuries. From Mughal emperors to modern film makers were mesmerized by its beauty. Remember the shikara boats from Mission Kashmir and the song “Yeh chaand sa roshan chehra” from the Shammi Kapoor movie Junglee. They have captured the beauty of Dal lake. Read More…

There are different weapons ( both wooden and metal) used in Kalaripayattu training. The usage of weapons are trained during the advance phases of Kalaripayattu training. Some of the weapons commonly used in Kalaripayattu are: 1.Urumi Its whip like flexible sword. Both the sides of the blade has sharp edges making it a lethal weapon. Read More…

Do you want to see the location where major parts of the movie Bahubali was shot? Its Hyderabad for you. The place which loves movies so much and has so many memorable movies shot in the past. If you are a movie buff you definitely might have seen some of the places of attractions in Read More…

Kochi “The queen of Arabian sea” has featured in many Bollywood and Malayalam movies. Some of the movies shot at Kochi includes: Karwaan Chef Yes Boss Baagi Madras Cafe Location: Kerala, India Destination type : Leisure destination History of Kochi In 1664 Dutch established the municipality of Fort Kochi which was the first municipality in Indian Read More…

Vadakkan (Northern) Kalari Thekkan(Southern) Kalari Thulunadan(Tulu region) Kalari The schools are primarily divided according to the geographical region of Kerala where its practiced. The ola or palm leaves in which the the fighting techniques were written and different families or Kalaris ( training schools ) kept them for generations. 1.Vadakkan Kalari This is prevalent in Read More…