ExpertDabbler

I always knew that Triplicane is the area of bachelors mansions. But I did not realize the historical significance of this place till last Saturday. Still, there is a lot to know about this area.

For starters, Subramania Bharathy’s ninavu illam is situated close to Parthasarathy temple. I was busy photographing that house, when a nearby Maama commented,’Avar irukara kaalathile maasam Rs.3 vaadagai kudukka mudiyaama kashtapattaar, innaiku oorey avarai kondaadaraa.. enna ulagamada..’ I could not say anything to this.

Another place that caught my attention was a very old house in dilapidated condition.
As I was trying to take a picture, an elderly person (a passerby called him Nari for whatever reason), got friendly with me and started explaining about the house. His family has lived in that house for four generations. The place apparently belongs to a Trust in UP. The entire area houses about 55 families. The arrangement was that the rental proceeds should go to the said Trust, he said.

Now, it looks like they are on the verge of demolishing the house. Nari said he vacated that place and is living close by. He had some misgivings about the way the property was managed and that the rental proceeds are going to the Trust after ‘standard deductions’ by vested interests.

I also found a very intriguing board in front of a house. This is the first time I am seeing a fan club for short stories.

Overall, it was a very interesting episode for me personally. Coming to think of it, this was just in the immediate vicinity of the temple. I guess a lot can be uncovered if only we roam the streets of Triplicane long enough. This is my second visit to Triplcane in about a month. And it’s pertinent to note that I did not notice all these during my first trip. Hmm..Looks like there are a few places to notice apart from Ratna Café in Triplicane

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