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Top 10 Tourist Places in Karnataka: A Traveler’s Guide

By Mayur Bhat, Founder - Anubhav Vacations & Raahghar January 4, 2025India, South India

Karnataka perfectly balances the old and the new, from exploring the beautiful hill stations of Coorg surrounded by sprawling coffee plantations to visiting the mystical ruins of Hampi. Travelers also love soaking up the sun on the beaches of Gokarna or even visiting Chikmagalur for a laid-back feel, nature walks,…

Picturesque Hill Stations in South India to Visit in 2025

By Mayur Bhat, Founder - Anubhav Vacations & Raahghar November 29, 2024India, South India

When choosing hill stations in South India it all comes down to picking the paths less ventured. While there are plenty of hill stations spread across the South, perfect for hiking and exploring the hillside tea and coffee plantations, choosing the right ones will go a long way. If 2024…

Best Places to Visit in South India in December: Top 32

By Mayur Bhat, Founder - Anubhav Vacations & Raahghar October 25, 2024South India

Whether you’re an adventure seeker or a history buff, the best places to visit South India in December have something for you. From the tea estates of Coorg to the opulent mansions of Chettinad, and from the wildlife reserves in Karnataka, the region boasts spectacular natural beauty and rich cultural…

A Spiritual Tour of South India Temples – A Journey Through Time

By Mayur Bhat, Founder - Anubhav Vacations & Raahghar October 7, 2024South India

On the western side of India’s southern tip lies a leafy, breeze-licked sliver of serene beaches, terraced earth, and surreal sunsets. This part of the subcontinent has spectacular temples that can be awe-inspiring. If you are thinking of a spiritual tour of South India temples, then you are at the…

Exploring Hampi Karnataka – A Timeless Journey for History Buffs

By Mayur Bhat, Founder - Anubhav Vacations & Raahghar October 1, 2024South India

A vacation with your family and friends is all about making unforgettable and sweet memories, and what better place to take them than Hampi, Karnataka. The iconic city of Hampi is surrounded by history, culture, and beauty, perfect for every member of your group to explore. From enjoying a family…

Chettinad – A Region in its Own

By Mayur Bhat, Founder - Anubhav Vacations & Raahghar September 6, 2019South India

Chettinad came in bits and pieces over the years. It came through sights and smells and it came through stories. Stories that I read in travel magazines, but more so from people who had been there. Stories which spoke more in expressions than in words. Much like traveling in Chettinad…

The Malabar Introduction

By Mayur Bhat, Founder - Anubhav Vacations & Raahghar August 22, 2019South India

On my first journey to Kerala, I was seated opposite a monk. The train whooshed out of the Mangalore station and even before we had left the city limits, the monk untied the strings of his lunch box. His lunch, a mix of raw veggies and fruits was neatly wrapped…