My Camera Log

  After a short stop at Mirjan Fort near Kumta, we continued our journey towards the Sharavathi Kandla Mangrove Boardwalk near Honnavar 🌊. I missed this place during my last trip, but this time I made sure not to skip it — and it was worth it! The boardwalk is built inside the lush mangrove forests of Sharavathi backwaters. As you walk through the wooden path, you can see different types of mangrove trees, calm waters, birds, and beautiful scenery. It’s a peaceful spot, perfect for nature lovers and photographers 📸🌿. 🕒  Timings ⏰  Usually open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Varies a bit depending on season and crowd) 🎟️  Entry Fee 💰 Around  ₹20 per person It was a quick and refreshing walk through the mangroves. The whole place can be explored in about 45 minutes to 1 hour, including photo breaks. However, I felt the place could be better maintained. It seems like after the grand inauguration, not much maintenance work has happened. Still, the natural beauty mak...

  After finishing our beach trek on day one, for the second day we started driving towards Honnavara. On the way, we decided to take a short break at Mirjan Fort, a place I had visited more than ten years ago. I always wished to see this fort during the rainy season because the entire area turns lush green 🌧️🌿. But this time too, just like my previous visit, it was a hot and sunny day ☀️. Mirjan Fort is a beautiful historic fort located near Kumta in Karnataka. It is believed to have been built in the 16th century and was once ruled by Queen Chennabhairadevi, also known as the Pepper Queen. The fort is known for its massive walls, secret passages, and scenic surroundings. During monsoon, the fort becomes beautifully covered in green moss, making it look magical ✨. 🕒  Timings & Entry Fee Timings: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Entry Fee: No entry fee (free for all!) 🎟️✨ 🌤️  Best Time to Visit The best time to visit Mirjan Fort is during the monsoon (July–September) or winter (...

  During our stay at  Katipadu Estate , we decided to take a quick trip to  Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary  to try our luck at spotting some wild animals. Tholpetty is part of the famous  Nagarahole National Park , located in Wayanad, Kerala. The sanctuary is about  270 km from Bengaluru , and it is well-known for sightings of elephants, bison, deer, and sometimes even tigers  .   Distance From Our Stay Tholpetty Safari point was around  20 km  from where we stayed. We opted for the  early morning safari  as it’s the best time for wildlife sightings. We reached the entrance by  6:00 AM , but the safari had already begun, and we ended up being the  6th jeep  to enter the forest. Safari Cost:  ₹2,100 per jeep (maximum  5 people  per vehicle) Payment:  No UPI   — they accept  cash or card Safari Timings: Morning:  6:00 AM – 9:00 AM Evening:  3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Even though we...

  After a refreshing stop at  Balmuri Falls , we continued our journey to  Katipadu Estate  — a calm and peaceful place tucked away in nature. The moment we entered, the fresh air, greenery, and quiet surroundings made us feel relaxed instantly.  Katipadu Estate is a beautiful green getaway, perfect for anyone looking to escape the city rush. It’s surrounded by tall trees, coffee plants, and a serene atmosphere. You can enjoy long nature walks, listen to birds, and just unwind. This is perfect place for photoshoot, spent some time clicking the pics, got some good profile pics for all This place is perfect for a photoshoot!   We spent some time capturing pictures around the estate and ended up getting some really good profile shots for everyone. The natural light and greenery made every photo look amazing.  During our visit, we even spotted a few birds  , which made the experience even better! We also took a short drive to the stunning  I...