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Hiking at Mt Tammany Hills

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Mount Tammany Hiking Trail is in Hardwick New Jersey. It has both blue dot trails and red dot trails. Blue dot trail is the easier one and Red dot is the harder one and which is popular. We went in October and it was good. I guess its good in most of the seasons except in peak winters. Also it might get too hot in summers. Its always ideal to start early mornings if you are a beginner and hiking with kids. Because it will be difficult to get down once it gets dark. As you can see in the picture it has got dark by the time we reached down and having some snacks. Carry enough water and food with you in the car as you will not find any shops nearby. Also the rest rooms are of temporary kind not connected through the regular water supply so you can avoid it and use the nearest public restroom service by checking in google or GPS.

Also it might be a good idea to keep a rough map handy as these are in country side and signal might get lost.

The effort is worth it, you will get beautiful views and its very near to popular cities like Edison, East windsor etc so you should visit if you are living in NJ or Pennsylvania.

Tours Tuesday – Chitradurga – City of Forts

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What you should see in Chitradurga?

  1. Chitradurga Fort: This historic fort, built in the 17th century, is the most popular attraction in Chitradurga. The fort is known for its impressive architecture and engineering, and it is also associated with the legend of Onake Obavva.
  2. Chandravalli Cave Temple: This ancient cave temple, located about 3 km from Chitradurga, dates back to the 2nd century BC. The temple is known for its unique architecture and carvings.
  3. Vani Vilas Sagar Dam: This is a beautiful dam built on the Vedavathi River, about 30 km from Chitradurga. The dam is surrounded by scenic hills and offers boating and other water activities.
  4. Jogimatti Forest: This is a scenic forest area located about 20 km from Chitradurga. The forest is known for its wildlife, including leopards, bears, and various species of birds.
  5. Ankali Mutt: This is a popular pilgrimage site located about 25 km from Chitradurga. The mutt is known for its unique architecture and spiritual significance.

Chitradurga has been ruled by various dynasties and rulers throughout history. Some of the most notable rulers who have ruled Chitradurga include:

  1. Palegars of Chitradurga: The Palegars were the native rulers of Chitradurga who ruled the region from the 15th century until the 18th century. They were known for their bravery and military prowess and played a significant role in defending the region from the attacks of neighboring kingdoms.
  2. Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan: The Mysore rulers, Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan, conquered Chitradurga in the late 18th century. They were known for their military campaigns and strategic alliances with other kingdoms.
  3. Marathas: The Marathas also had a brief period of rule in Chitradurga during the 18th century. They established their presence in the region by forming alliances with the Palegars.
  4. British East India Company: The British East India Company took control of Chitradurga after defeating Tipu Sultan in the Fourth Anglo-Mysore War in 1799. The region became a part of British India and was administered by the Madras Presidency until India gained independence in 1947.

My dear girls, did you know this fact?

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Babasaheb Ambedkar was a staunch advocate for women’s rights and worked throughout his life to promote gender equality and protect the rights of girls and women. He recognized that women in India faced multiple forms of oppression and discrimination, including patriarchal attitudes, social customs, and legal barriers.

Women in – jaisalmer – rajasthan – india

One of the most significant contributions that Ambedkar made towards protecting the rights of girls was through his work on the Hindu Code Bill. The bill was a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at reforming Hindu personal law, which governed issues such as marriage, divorce, and inheritance. Ambedkar recognized that the existing laws discriminated against women, particularly in matters related to property rights and divorce.

He worked tirelessly to draft and pass the Hindu Code Bill, which included provisions for women’s rights such as the right to own property, the right to seek divorce on certain grounds, and the right to inheritance. The bill faced strong opposition from conservative Hindu groups, who argued that it went against traditional Hindu values and customs. However, Ambedkar persevered and ultimately succeeded in getting the bill passed in parliament in 1955.

In addition to his work on the Hindu Code Bill, Ambedkar was a vocal advocate for women’s education and empowerment. He believed that education was essential for girls to break free from the cycle of poverty and oppression, and he worked to establish schools and colleges for girls across the country. He also advocated for the provision of scholarships and other forms of financial assistance to make education accessible to all girls, regardless of their socio-economic background.

Overall, Ambedkar’s work on women’s rights was an important step towards promoting gender equality and protecting the rights of girls and women in India. His vision of a just and equal society included the full participation and empowerment of women, and his contributions towards achieving this goal continue to inspire us today.

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Basil 🌿 pesto sauce

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Doing it again today without pine nuts.

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Few days back I found fresh basil and parsley leaves in a Indian grocery store. I was so tempted to buy it. So I bought it first and then started thinking where to use it. I knew I could put it in pasta. So I made pasta and added basil and parsley. But I still had more leaves and I would get bored if I cook pasta everyday. Of course my daughter loves my pasta and she won’t get bored of it even if I cook everyday.

Next thing I found was basil pesto sauce recipe by vahchef. First time I made without pine nuts and next time I got pine nuts and made with that. I was not really sure we would like it because we add parmesan cheese and none of us are really fans of parmesan cheese. But to our astonishment it came out so well and…

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Lady with the lamp at JaganMohanPalace in Mysore

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Most of the people from #Mysore would definitely be familiar with the painting Lady with the lamp. This is is kept in a separate room next to Raja Ravi Varma paintings. So most people remember this also as from Raja Ravi Varma. But contrary to popular belief this painting is made by S L Haldankar. Sharing a news article from Bangalore Mirror here. Do visit #mysore in #Karnatakastate and visit #jaganmohanapalace and see this Painting and share it here!!

My first Audio Post

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Thanks for WordPress for this feature. Guess I got this enabled after upgrading to personal plan.