Anuradhapura. The Ancient Buddhist City The first thing that struck me in Anuradhapura - Sri Lanka’s ancient capital (4th century BCE–11th century CE) - was the lotus-covered ponds flanking the roads. Lilies and lotuses bobbed gently in the still waters, their delicate petals a vivid contrast to the earthy surroundings. In Theravada Buddhism, the lotus... Continue Reading →
The decline of Indian architecture over recent centuries demands scrutiny. Bangalore, for instance, is plagued by uninspired, poorly executed buildings crammed into chaotic urban landscapes. Even well-funded government projects in prime locations often result in contractor-driven monstrosities. The recently opened Terminal 2 at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport shows glimmers of ambition with its vaulted ceilings,... Continue Reading →
Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Rajendra Cholan’s 11th-century masterpiece. Its stone guardians and shadowed sanctum evoke a millennium’s weight, humbling all who enter. This temple, woven of stone and time, endures eternally.
In Wilpattu’s shadowed jungle, a snake plummets from the sky, igniting primal fear. Night whispers of nagas and unseen beasts. By dawn, eerie bird omens and elephant tracks haunt the dewy paths. This chilling trip probes the wild’s dark heart, where ancient spirits stir and modernity falters.
We just returned from Trincomalee yesterday. A short 45-minute flight south over Tamil countries and the Palk Strait takes one to Colombo's Bandaranaike International Airport. Trincomalee is located on the east coast of Sri Lanka. The road from Colombo to Trincomalee starts off winding through lush green squares of paddy, tall evergreen trees, and red-tiled,... Continue Reading →
Breakheart Pass is a train wreck of a Western mystery, but Bronson’s squint saves it. Meanwhile, parenting a class full of sugar-fueled kids feels like dodging plot twists without a script!
I had recently quit work to take a long-ish break. I have been working for a couple of decades now, and for someone who isn't always motivated solely by money, that's a long time in the SaaS business. I see young people screaming and creaming over their little soulless technological Lego sets they've built. Looking... Continue Reading →
Birds are classified as dinosaurs, specifically therapods, rather than descendants of them. Reading "The Rise and Fall of Dinosaurs" reshaped the author's understanding of their vast history. They learned that various dinosaurs coexisted across different eras and drew parallels between T-Rex’s characteristics and birds, gaining newfound appreciation for paleontology.
The Meg is a true guilty pleasure of mine. It also holds the dubious distinction of making me watch the entire movie whenever its on screen. No matter where the movie is in the plot, The Meg delivers. There is only one other Jason Statham movie that I've watched completely, and that is the maniacal... Continue Reading →
The Jim Thompson House in Bangkok, a blend of traditional Thai architecture and lush tropical gardens, showcases the legacy of James Harrison Wilson Thompson, the "Thai Silk King." This museum, once his residence, reflects his passion for Thai culture and art while its mysterious disappearance remains a captivating aspect of his story.
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