Kangra Fort is perhaps the oldest Fort in India perched up on the hills between the gushing Manjhi and Ban Ganga Rivers. While the exact date of construction is not known it is assumed to be built by the Katoch…
Chandratal Lake in a Day; Stopover between Kaza and Manali
When I was planning a trip to Spiti, I was wondering whether to include Chandratal (Chandra Taal). I was quite convinced that I would trek there someday on my way to Kanamo Peak or to Hampta Pass. After some deliberation,…
The Rock Cut Temples of Masroor in Himachal
When I was planning my itinerary for a trip to Mcleodganj and Dharamshala; I came across some pictures of ruined rock cut temples in the nearby region being referred as the Ellora of the Hills. I immediately decided to include…
Temples in Kangra ~ Bells echo in the Hills
Every trek in the Himalayas is a pilgrimage for me. I can feel the divinity of my soul as I spend the nights under the clear night sky and the days walking through narrow mountain paths forcing me to look inward and be…
Foodies Guide to Best Cafes in Mcleodganj
The best way to explore a local culture is to indulge in an immersive experience with local food, visit the places where locals eat, digging into dishes that brings a smile on to their face. When I reached Mcleodganj after…
Norbulingka Institute near Dharamshala showcases Tibetan Art
Norbulingka Institute established in 1988 is a must visit place during a trip to Dharamshala and Mcleodganj. I had read about it online, seen a few pictures but could not find anyone who had visited the place. It firmly figured…
Day Hike to Triund Top near Mcleodganj
When I planned a trip to Mcleodganj, I thought of a “Triund Hike” in a day since I did not want to camp alone overnight as a solo traveler. I was deliberating to go or not to go when I…
Hiking to Hikkim, Posting Letters and cherishing Innocent company
Spiti Valley was on my list for a long time but when the trip finally materialized; it was sudden and impromptu. While figuring out the itinerary; I included a hike to the World’s Highest Post Office (4400 metres) in Hikkim…
Impromptu Trip to Spiti Valley – Powered by Cheap Air Tickets
Did you ever flip through a series of pictures and feel an unexplained connection, an instant urge to just pack your bags and get there.Sometime during mid- August, I was browsing through pictures of Spiti in Himachal Pradesh and as I…
The last Himalayan village on Tibetan border ~ Chitkul
When I first read about Chitkul in Himachal Pradesh a couple of years ago, I was simply fascinated. Maybe it had something to do with me voraciously reading about spirituality and Sat-Chit-Ananda those days. The name struck a chord; Chit –…