Short weekend trips are possible during the semester. Here are some of the typical places around Manipal you can visit and return within a day. Hanging (Suspension) Bridge The Suspension Bridge is famous among Manipal students and worth a small trip. A twenty-minute ride with the rickshaw brings you in a jungle-like scenery with typical… Continue reading 5 Places you can visit on weekends in Manipal
Month: April 2012
My experience in Manipal: Katherina Hasse
A semester abroad, especially in a developing country like India, is a unique opportunity to emerge professionally as well as personally. Personally, it appeared to be a great challenge for me. A different culture and a foreign language are only two examples. Nevertheless, I wanted to bear this challenge and get to know about life… Continue reading My experience in Manipal: Katherina Hasse
Mangalore: Manipal’s Big City!
Mangalore lies between the ghats to the east and the sea to the west. It is lulled by the gentle breeze of the Arabian Sea in summer, but lashed by the furious rain-bearing winds during the monsoon (June to September). Mangalore is blessed with abundant rivers – Netravati, Gurpur, Gangolli, Sitanadi and Swarnanadi. The rich… Continue reading Mangalore: Manipal’s Big City!
7 Places to eat out in Manipal for the Exchange Student: An Ex-Manipal Student writes in
First off, I wish to remain anonymous. However I want you guys to know that I am a foreign student who came to Manipal during 2006-2007 on an exchange trip and fell in love with the place. And with my experience of a trip around India I can say that the cuisine-price level of a… Continue reading 7 Places to eat out in Manipal for the Exchange Student: An Ex-Manipal Student writes in
CheckList: Leaving Manipal for the last time?
Before leaving Manipal, there are some things that have to do.In case you have stayed in one of the hostels, you probably want to get back your deposit. Therefore, several steps have to be taken which will need at least two to three days. So plan your departure from Manipal accordingly. First, you have to… Continue reading CheckList: Leaving Manipal for the last time?