Different Hues of My Mind

October 31, 2010 - near Omalur railway station On the way to Salem, the Bangalore - Ernakulam Intercity express stopped at Omalur railway station. I spotted this abandoned building by the railway track, just as the train was about to start. I quickly set the camera to Live View and changed Picture Style to my custom black and white mode, extended the camera out of the window and took a shot. As the train chugged out of the station, I realized that this photo was a keeper.

September 11, 2010 - Raj Bhavan, Kemmannugundi. This is the highest point in Kemmannugundi hills, famous for beautiful views of sunset. Since this is the highest point, you also get a fantastic view of surrounding hills and valleys. We visited this place on a gloomy day just after monsoons, and spent an hour here as clouds were floating past us at the edge of the mountain cliff. The best way to reach Kemmannugundi by your own vehicle as there is only one bus everyday connecting to Birur and Lingadahalli.

October 31, 2010 - Montfort School, Yercaud This photo was taken inside the Montfort school campus in Yercaud, Tamilnadu. This is one of the famous schools in the region, and apparently Tamil Cinema star Vikram studied here. The school is open for visitors on Sunday, and it is quite a worthwhile visit. For a round trip from bus stand autorikshaws will charge around Rs. 50.