Srinagar is the capital of Kashmir defined by its large lakes and flowery gardens. The first stop during any trip to Kashmir valley is Srinagar. While the Mughal gardens bloom ushering in spring with all its colors; Dal Lake and…
Beside the 2 Heavenly Lakes in Kashmir : Gangbal and Nundkol
The first glimpse of the 2 heaven lakes at the feet of the mystic mountain had knocked me senseless for a while. (Read – Rocky Paths lead to heaven). We were reaching the end of the Kashmir Great Lakes trek…
With my shadow by my side !!
Shadows are deceptive and are always beyond reach but instead of chasing them, what if we had them by our side. We were crossing a stream connecting to Nundkol Lake in Kashmir when the moss beneath the crystal clear water…
Planning for Kashmir Great Lakes Trek
Kashmir Great Lakes Trek is a wonderful way to explore paradise. As you trek from one lake to another through green meadows, birches and pine and sometimes scaling up steep mountain sides, you will surely count your blessings for being…
A sumptuous evening with Kashmiri Wazwan
Visit to Kashmir is incomplete without digging into the flavours of Wazwan. Ever since I had planned my trip, Kashmiri Wazwan was high on my agenda. It is not one dish nor is it a drink but the name of…
15 Soul Travel Experiences in India
Are you an impulsive traveler or a planned traveler, do you seek experience or luxury, is the sight merely a structure or a view or is it much beyond !! narrating a story that stirs your soul. If you are…
Around a bonfire in the Hills of Kashmir, India
I have been writing about my trek in the hills of Kashmir which left me longing for more. After a grueling trek for 6 days when we would retire early into our evening, the last evening on the banks of…
Unsung Heroes – Kashmir Great Lakes Trek
What makes a trip memorable? The sights, the food, the weather, the hotels, the experiences or the people who touch our lives. While all of them have the role to play, more often than not people leave a lasting impression.…
Descent from Kashmir Great Lakes- Journey through Infinite Mist
After a 6 day trek through breath taking locales finally it was time to descend to Earth :). We had enjoyed excellent weather through the days and what we experienced while descending the 4000 feet through steep, slippery, muddy pathways…
Rocky Paths lead to Heaven near Harmukh Peak, Kashmir
Day 4 ended on a rocky note with some mild boulder hopping to get a glimpse of a limpid lake. Sleeping between mountains under the protective gaze of the milky way, I knew we were knocking on the inner doors…