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Sitting atop 6943 feet over the Himalayas, Kasar Devi has been at the center of mysticism and fascination for long. Popular among offbeat travellers, including a lot of foreigners, it’s a place known for its tranquility and spirituality. Here’s my story of enjoying a few days in the spring, celebrating the festival of colours- Holi.
At the heart of Cambodia, not far from Siem Reap, Tonle Sap Lake has always been a life support system for the Khmer people. Its contribution to Cambodia’s history and economy is immense. In the vicinity of the great Angkor Wat, Tonle Sap Lake offers a refreshingly different option from the overwhelming grand monuments all around the region.
Shimla is a different shade of paradise in each season. Spread over seven hills in a crescent mountain range, Shimla wears a different outfit every few months. Adding to the natural beauty, thousands of colourful buildings crammed into each other, nestled over the mountain slopes, but rising through thick green forests, make Shimla look magical.
A remote corner of India that shares two international borders, Mizoram is a hidden gem that can actually pleasantly surprise most Indians. A quaint little town, capital city of Mizoram, educated and civilized, as developed as any other part of India, Aizawl has a refreshingly different vibe. Here’s an account of a day I spent in the cisty.
Mirik, a little hill station with a lovely lake, not far from Darjeeling, is is a wonderful off-beat destination, just perfect for a day trip. From verdant mountain scape to curvaceous tea gardens, to the pristine beauty of the lake in the middle of it all, Mirik is everything that charms the heart.
Ninh Binh is like nowhere else. Not only its landscape is unique, the cultural experiences are in a league of its own. If I have my way, I would designate Ninh Binh as the definition of paradise. Its dreamy, charming landscape is straight out of a fairytale. Rivers crisscrossing through caves and mountains create such a magical land!
Talk of verdant Himalayan vistas, Tibetan Buddhism and plentiful adventurous getaways in one breath, you are surely talking of McLeod Ganj. A bustling little town up above the mountains in Himachal Pradesh, McLeod Ganj is a perfect blend of noise and peace. Here’s my account of the best experiences in McLeod Ganj with some travel tips.
Badrinath Yatra (journey) is as much a pilgrimage as it’s a journey through the grand Himalayan vistas and ancient Indian spiritual towns. Starting from Haridwar, the journey takes one through the towns like Rishikesh, Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag, Joshimath- all important sites for Hindus. Here’s an account of our Family trip to Badrinath in May 2024.
From lush green mountains, driving through clouds, reaching this snow-covered high altitude pass is an awe-inspiring experience. In April 2024, on the last leg of my Sikkim trip, I took a wonderful day trip from Gangtok (Sikkim) to Nathu La Pass. Looking back at the day, I still get goosebumps!
In the pantheon of temple architectures, Angkor Wat holds the undisputed numero-uno position. It’s so massive in size, and at the same time, so intricate in design that its construction still remains shrouded in mystery. Last October, our Angkor Wat tour in Cambodia was an experience of a lifetime. Here’s our experience in words with some helpful travel tips for your visit.