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May 12th 2008
The Martial Art: Kalari is one of the most underrated forms of martial arts, and very few people know about it. It dates back 3000 years and the movements of the fighters are inspired by those of wild animals. They use a multitude of weapons.. swords, daggers, bamboo sticks etc. I was lucky enough to catch a show in the state where this martial art was developed: Kerala. We sat in a small a ... read more

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The Indus Valley civilization, one of the oldest in the world, dates back at least 5,000 years. Aryan tribes from the northwest invaded about 1500 B.C.; their merger with the earlier Dravidian inhabitants created the classical Indian culture. Arab in... ... read more

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Kanishka

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I'm a backpacking physicist and in my search for adventure, wildlife, waterfalls, rugged treks and philosophical discussions with the locals I almost always end up with more than what I bargain for. I've only recently started backpacking and prefer traveling alone since you get to really experience each place you visit as you mingle with the locals and other backpackers on the circuit. I travel on a tight budget, but as any backpacker knows the lesser you spend the more fun you tend to have and I travel Anthony Bourdain style.. no reservations! --I'll be adding more blogs real soon, so chec... full info

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