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Little India Attractions, a unique experience

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Visitors to Singapore should take the opportunity to visit one of the city’s most fascinating enclaves, Little India. Lively chatter, bicycle bells and a multitude of car horns greet travellers who venture into this unique part of Singapore. There is no doubt that this is a genuinely Indian section of the metropolis, with its unmistakable sights and sounds.  Much of the locality’s appeal lies in the fact that many traditional modes of life are still …

Nag Panchami – A Celebration of Snakes!

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Nag Panchami is one of the most prominent festivals on the Hindu calendar. During this time, Hindus across the world worship nagas or king cobras. It is celebrated on the fifth day of the Hindu month of Shravan, which roughly coincides with the July / August period. The months of July and August usually see a lot of rain, and invariably snake holes get flooded with water forcing the serpents to emerge from their underground …

Artistic Musings in Chennai – Cholamandal Artist’s Village & Dakshina Chitra

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The largest artists’ commune in India, Cholamandal Artists’ Village is home to artists who have been credited for the Madras Movement of Art that is known for bringing a touch of modernism to South India’s art.  The work of these artists are recognized nationwide and are regularly showcased at galleries across India. Dakshina Chitra Art Gallery promotes contemporary art and design and is managed by Madras Craft Foundation. For travellers in search of Chennai service …