Neemrana Fort-Palace is perched in Rajasthan’s Aravalli hills. A short hike up the mountainside brings you to the intricate passages and stairways of the fort that wind across multiple levels. The palace was founded in the 15th century. Today it’s a hotel, hosting guests from around India and the world. We visited Neemrana in September […]
Author: earthtokati
Walking in Epping Forest
Just outside the perimeter of London connected to the city by the Central Line, lies Epping Forest. It is a refreshing surprise and a burst of greenery that seems unexpected so close to the busy urban centre. The fact that a person can wander freely here off the paths and well-trodden tracks is a real […]
Wisteria blooming in Temple gardens
In May, in Temple gardens, wisteria that stood without flowers for most of the year finally came into bloom. When it rains, the small purple petals shower down, leaving trails on the ground. The gardens that are usually closed to the public are open in May and June until 3 o’clock in the afternoon during […]
springtime in London
The poet Rainer Maria Rilke wrote that we should learn from trees to be “confident in the storms of spring without the fear that after them may come no summer.” Light poured into London this weekend and illuminated all the places that had spent the winter in shadow. People seemed happier. As Easter passes, there […]
Bridging the traditional and contemporary – Peter Doig at the Courtauld
Depicting moments of his life from Canada to Trinidad, the vibrant paintings of Scottish artist Peter Doig are on display at the Courtauld until the end of May. His paintings portray diverse landscapes reflecting the many places he has called home. Growing up in Canada, he became an avid skier. The painting Alpinist captures the […]
An Artist’s Love of Nature – Beatrix Potter at the Victoria and Albert Museum
Beatrix Potter’s appreciation for nature inspired her art. The exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum explores her creative process through sketches, letters and photographs, tracing the timeline of her life from childhood to old age. All throughout, her dedication to her craft and to natural landscapes is apparent. Nature conservation was one of her […]
Skating at Somerset House on the Winter Solstice
Pink and green lights illuminated the courtyard of Somerset House on the night of the winter solstice. It was picturesque, like someone took it straight from a Christmas card and pasted it into reality. There was a majestic tree – tall and bright, decorated with glittering red and gold baubles. The sound of music, pop […]
a day near the beach in Brighton
Rocks, pebbles and pieces of shells glisten at the water’s edge as waves rhythmically lap the shore on this sunny November afternoon. Nothing can quite describe the feeling of catching sight of the sea again after having been away from it for a while. Walking down the hilly streets of Brighton, the sea, even though […]
