Tipu Sultan - the name is enough to describe the identity of a place. Yes, the city of Srirangapatnam belonged to the great legendary ruler "TIPU SULTAN", the great warrior. He lived in this city with his people and ruled almost entire of south. The story of his valour and great warrior tactics are very well laid out in history books. His heroics were unmatchable to any human existing ever. Its said that Tipu Sultan had Tigers as his pets. And he used to play with Tiger cubs when young. He had single handed kept off the English army from Entering into Sounth India. But later on with help of some disloyal rajas, the british were able to break through the city from the WATER GATE, on the side of Cauvery. And on the sad day of May 4, 1799 he fell to ground after being hit by British bullets. He was identified by one of his most confidential servants Rajah Cawn.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Monday, February 22, 2010
A BIKE TRIP to Bandipur, Muddu Malai, Masinagudi and Ooty
It was the Best time to leave when I had three cosequtive days in my hand. Yes, 3 holidays including a Friday and weekends. So I had made my plans to go on a long ride to Hampi. After getting ready and having some discussions and travel plans, Me and my brother decided to move and the Bike Which started for Hampi moved towards South and we were ready for Bandipur Trip.
We left home at around 2:45 am, and city by 3:00. At 4'o clock I had already traveled exactly 100 kms. Yes, I rode at an speed of almost 85-90 kmph, till then. That is where I took some rest. Got a beautiful shot of my bike as well. More photos on my facebook album on this link here .
After the rest which lasted over 35- 45 minutes, I moved further on. Still undecided that where shall we land, Bandipur, Coorg or somewhere else. In around next 45 minutes to 1 hour I had reached the Historical city of Srirangapatnam, crossing the cities of Ramnagaram ( the Ramgarh of Sholay where Gabbar- the legendarily villain lived), Channapatna (- the city of Wooden toys) and Mandya (the Sugar city of India).
Srirangapatnam was the center and capital of the great historic ruler Tipu Sultan. He ruled the entire south from this place. Situated at the banks of the river Cauvery, the city provided a perfect landscape for formation of a ruling capital.
We left home at around 2:45 am, and city by 3:00. At 4'o clock I had already traveled exactly 100 kms. Yes, I rode at an speed of almost 85-90 kmph, till then. That is where I took some rest. Got a beautiful shot of my bike as well. More photos on my facebook album on this link here . After the rest which lasted over 35- 45 minutes, I moved further on. Still undecided that where shall we land, Bandipur, Coorg or somewhere else. In around next 45 minutes to 1 hour I had reached the Historical city of Srirangapatnam, crossing the cities of Ramnagaram ( the Ramgarh of Sholay where Gabbar- the legendarily villain lived), Channapatna (- the city of Wooden toys) and Mandya (the Sugar city of India).
Srirangapatnam was the center and capital of the great historic ruler Tipu Sultan. He ruled the entire south from this place. Situated at the banks of the river Cauvery, the city provided a perfect landscape for formation of a ruling capital.
Sunday, January 3, 2010
50 hours in Pondicherry
It was night around 11:30 and was just too tired to do anything. Once I had a thought that I will go to the beach and click some photographs. But Body was saying "STRICT NO". The 140 km journey between Krishnagiri and Thiruannamalai was Backbone breaking. If you had constipation and you wanted a relief, this was the road to travel.
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Solo Bike Ride to Pondicherry
This was my second long Bike ride. A total of around 800 kms to and fro from Bangalore to Pondicherry and back. Made it a weekend trip. The underlying concept that initiated my ride was a crazy thought to shoot on the beaches. I rode solo all the way. After all riding solo has its own fun. There are many pros and cons involved when you ride alone. I was inspired by Gaurav Jani's "Riding solo on the top of the world".
I started from Bangalore on Friday at 3:00 pm( i think it is too late to start). And reached Pondy(as they call Pondicherry / Pudducherry ) at around 11:00 in the night. Damn late. It was a real hectic back breaking ride. But thanks to my Pulsar. She carried me well throughout. But for a flat Tyre that happened in the middle of nowhere. i had to push back my bike for a couple of kilometers to get it fixed. Also i realised late that a Bolt from the front disc brake had gave way. It dropped somewhere I do not know. So there was this constant "khat-khat" sound for almost 200 kms. I got that fixed the next morning in Pondy.
On My way to Pondicherry I crossed Hosur - Krishnagiri - Uthangiri - Thiruvannamalai - Ginchhy - Pondicherry. I was very tired by the time I had reached Pondy. It was too tough for me to find a Guest House or a hotel. This was End of December and almost all of the hotels were were booked. I had dropped in the city without any planning. When I tried for getting room booked, while still in Bangalore, I got sad replies. So i made it a point that I will rather go and then see.
After hunting for half an hour to 40 minutes. I came back to the out skirts of the city near JIPMER where i has seen a small guest house as soon I had entered the city. The guy at the desk had told me that I can look in the city and return if I did nit get any room. the same happened. So I was bound to take up his room. He charged Rs 100 for 24 hours. Almost at a throwaway price. But the place was also not too good. It was a dingy room. He was left with only one room I suppose. the place was more of a hostel types. Mostly medical students some other people stayed who wanted to spend some weeks in Pondicherry.
I threw my bag on the table and crashed on to the bed. Was too tired.
Next morning I made it a point to wake up early and went straight to the sea-face. Wow, what a lovely view of the morning. Catch some of the snaps on my photo blog www.just-vagabond.blogspot.com,
I started from Bangalore on Friday at 3:00 pm( i think it is too late to start). And reached Pondy(as they call Pondicherry / Pudducherry ) at around 11:00 in the night. Damn late. It was a real hectic back breaking ride. But thanks to my Pulsar. She carried me well throughout. But for a flat Tyre that happened in the middle of nowhere. i had to push back my bike for a couple of kilometers to get it fixed. Also i realised late that a Bolt from the front disc brake had gave way. It dropped somewhere I do not know. So there was this constant "khat-khat" sound for almost 200 kms. I got that fixed the next morning in Pondy.
On My way to Pondicherry I crossed Hosur - Krishnagiri - Uthangiri - Thiruvannamalai - Ginchhy - Pondicherry. I was very tired by the time I had reached Pondy. It was too tough for me to find a Guest House or a hotel. This was End of December and almost all of the hotels were were booked. I had dropped in the city without any planning. When I tried for getting room booked, while still in Bangalore, I got sad replies. So i made it a point that I will rather go and then see.
After hunting for half an hour to 40 minutes. I came back to the out skirts of the city near JIPMER where i has seen a small guest house as soon I had entered the city. The guy at the desk had told me that I can look in the city and return if I did nit get any room. the same happened. So I was bound to take up his room. He charged Rs 100 for 24 hours. Almost at a throwaway price. But the place was also not too good. It was a dingy room. He was left with only one room I suppose. the place was more of a hostel types. Mostly medical students some other people stayed who wanted to spend some weeks in Pondicherry.
I threw my bag on the table and crashed on to the bed. Was too tired.
Next morning I made it a point to wake up early and went straight to the sea-face. Wow, what a lovely view of the morning. Catch some of the snaps on my photo blog www.just-vagabond.blogspot.com,
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