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Hello, My name is Alistair Shearer and I am the co-founder of The Hermitage. I have been visiting India on and off for forty years now: doing research for my books and lectures, leading tours all over the country, taking photographs, meeting the people. This blog will bring you some of my light-hearted observations on all different aspects of this extraordinary country, which never fails to intrigue and astonish.
Periodically we will also publish news relating to local events as well as publish our newsletter.
Hawaiin burghers vote to hold the mayo
29 January 2015
American Hindus are feeling proud these days: just before Christmas last year the U.S. Senate confirmed Hindu-American Dr. Vivek Murthy to be the U.S. Surgeon General.
The versatile coconut
05 August 2013
A recent article in the Indian Express tells us of a super-smart Australian octopus that was discovered on the sea bed carrying around a coconut shell as a shield to protect itself
News - CNBC TRAVEL AWARDS WINNERS 2012
05 August 2012
We are very happy to announce that The Hermitage has just been given the award for ‘The Best Health and Rejuvenation Resort in India 2012’ by the CNBC TRAVEL AWARDS.
Elephant - Symbol of Kerala
05 March 2012
Our most beloved creature here in Kerala is also the symbol of the state: the elephant.
