Snapshots of my Vacation

It's the monsoons, and the perfect time for a quiet, picturesque retreat at a very familiar place - my parents' coffee estate where I spent many of my childhood holidays. Rich in flora and fauna, with the River Badra enveloping it on 3 sides, this place is close to Kudremukh National Park, an ecological hotspot.




The famous vakil bench - almost every old house has one of these.



A Mangalore-tiled roof with rafters and an antique light bulb.



I love peeking through this chik and enjoying the rain


Align CenterThe river beyond the coffee plants.




Anthuriums


Pretty hedges


I'm not sure if these are China Pinks, but I spend a lot of time admiring them!


Periwinkles in the hedge


Crown of Thorns


More anthurium plants


A rain-drenched rose


Can you spot the Malabar Grey Hornbill on the tree?


If you missed the post on Rekha's vacation pics of lovely Rajasthan, click here!

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