Temple Run

The Beginning of an Exciting Journey It was the year 2017 when we planned an exciting road trip to Goa with a group of ten people. Our group included a 60-year-old lady—my friend’s mother—and a small 5-year-old child, making the journey even more special. We started from Hyderabad in two vehicles at around 9 PM on a Saturday night. My husband drove our car, while the other vehicle was driven by his friend. With immense excitement, we embarked on our journey, traveling through the night. By morning, we reached Belagavi, where we stopped for breakfast and freshened up. After a short break, we resumed our journey and arrived at our first destination, Amboli Waterfalls , by 5 PM. The sight was mesmerizing—crystal-clear water cascading down the rocks, creating a serene atmosphere. We climbed the rocks, played in the water, and soaked in the beauty of nature. A Spooky Arrival at Malvan Beach  As the evening approached, we continued our drive and reached Malvan Beach between 7 and 8 PM. ...

A Journey of Faith and Destiny Our experiences often teach us the significance of destiny—how events unfold beyond our expectations and plans, guided by time and fate. In February, I planned a solo trip to the Isha Foundation in Coimbatore as a volunteer. However, unexpectedly, my husband joined me on this journey. On February 16, 2025, we embarked on our pilgrimage to Tirumala by train, reaching our destination at around 3:00 PM. We hadn’t planned anything in advance—no darshan tickets, no accommodation allotment—just our bags and faith. For almost an hour, we searched for accommodation but couldn’t find any. Finally, we decided to rent a locker for our luggage and proceeded to "Mokkala Mettu," a sacred stairway in Tirumala where some devotees choose to walk on their knees as a mark of devotion and reverence. I was one among them. After completing the climb, we returned to collect our belongings, took a holy bath, and headed for Srivari Darshan . Without pre-booked tickets, ...