RAW INDIA TALES

About Me:

Hello! I am Arun.

Welcome to Raw India Tales.
I come from Palem, a beautiful and serene village in the heart of India. While the world is running after busy city lives, I am here living a life connected to nature, traditions, and simplicity.
Why this blog?
I started this blog to show the world the "Real India" that you don't often see on the internet. Through my stories and photos, I want to take you on a journey into our culture—our misty winter mornings, healthy traditional food, colorful festivals, and the peaceful village lifestyle.
Whether you are looking for peace or just curious about Indian village life, you are in the right place.
Thank you for visiting my world!
— Arun, from India

Why You Should Experience a Winter Morning in an Indian Village (At Least Once in Your Life)
The Silence and the Fog

It is 5:00 AM. In cities like New York or Mumbai, the traffic noise never truly stops. But here in my village, Palem, the world is silent. The only thing you can see is a thick, white blanket of fog covering the green fields. It feels like the clouds have come down to hug the earth.

This isn't just cold weather; it is an emotion. The air is fresh, crisp, and smells of wet mud and harvest crops.


The Warmth of Community

As the sun tries to peek through the mist, you will see something beautiful. People gathering around small bonfires (we call it Chali Manta in Telugu). Strangers become friends here. We share stories, laugh, and sip on hot tea while warming our hands over the fire.

There is no rush to check emails. There is no stress about traffic. There is only the warmth of the fire and the warmth of the people.



Art on the Ground

Walk a little further, and you will see women cleaning the front of their houses with cow dung water (a natural antiseptic) and drawing intricate geometric patterns called Muggulu (Rangoli) with rice flour. It is not just art; it is a way of welcoming the Goddess of prosperity into our homes every single morning.

Conclusion

We often chase luxury in 5-star hotels, but true peace is found here, sitting on a simple cot (Mancham), watching the sunrise over a paddy field. If you ever want to reset your soul, come visit the Raw India. Come visit a village.

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