Trivandrum Series: Veli Tourist Village – a Lake, a Missing Estuary, and a Toy Train. 

“In an age of speed, I began to think, nothing could be more invigorating than going slow. In an age of distraction, nothing can feel more luxurious than paying attention. And in an age of constant movement, nothing is more urgent than sitting still.” ― Pico Iyer, The Art of Stillness: Adventures in Going Nowhere … Continue reading Trivandrum Series: Veli Tourist Village – a Lake, a Missing Estuary, and a Toy Train. 

Trivandrum Series: Akkulam Bridge – Water Hyacinths & a Ragpicker 

Akkulam Lake in Trivandrum - partially covered with the curly greens of water hyacinths. September 17, 2025, Wednesday I had just finished window-shopping at Trivandrum Lulu Mall and eaten a quick lunch, but I was still hungry. Next on my list was a bridge over the Akkulam Lake in Trivandrum. This spot was on the … Continue reading Trivandrum Series: Akkulam Bridge – Water Hyacinths & a Ragpicker