Pandi and Chris explain what happens on Ganesh Day Ganesh, the Elephant God, is probably one of the best loved of the enormous pantheon of
Tag: Around Cardamom House
Things to do: Tour of Athoor Village
When possible, we offer an optional guided tour of Athoor Village. This cannot be pre-booked. If interested please contact a staff member. The tour is conducted
Things to do: Half and full day trips
Ideas for half and full day trips include DINDIGUL for the flower market, the UNESCO world heritage Fort and a small insight into life in an important
The swimming pool
The swimming pool’s pump is now run by solar power. Because we are blessed with such good light, the photovoltaic cells operate the pump for
Weaver Birds
Weaver birds have started to build in the trees by the main roof terrace. They have had a few fights over territory. Two nest are
Butterflies in the pool garden
An advantage of Cardamom House is its rich variety of habitats and associated photographic opportunities. The variety of butterflies to be photographed changes as the
Photography tours
Over the last few years the beauty of the locations and the wealth of opportunities close to Cardamom House has meant that we have been
Textile artist inspired by stay
British textile artist, Isabelle king, has been inspired by the colours and textures that she saw while on her visit at Cardamom House. She has
Keen photographers.
All the staff are keen photographers. Samy noticed that migrating butterflies had gathered on a root, possibly to feed on the rich mixture, contained in it,
Babblers
Babblers are always around. They feed on insects, berries and seeds – and crumbs. Locally, they are known as the seven sisters, because they are usually in