Located on the lower Himalayan foothills and on the bank of River Beas, Sujanpur Tihra (also known as Sujanpur Tira) and Nadaun are both destinations where royal ruins meet riverside walks, temples sit beside local markets, and sunsets unfold without crowds. Places to See in & around Sujanpur Tihra Sujanpur Fort Sujanpur Tihra was onceContinueContinue reading “Sujanpur Tihra & Nadaun, Himachal Pradesh”
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Dehna Village, Maharastra: Land of 1000 Waterfalls
Situated along the River Sai and just 130 km from Mumbai is Dehna, a small village overlooking the Ajoba hills. It provides a peaceful retreat from the fast-paced life of urban centres. Life here is centred around farming, animal husbandry, and traditional crafts.Dehna is part of the Grassroutes, a rural tourism initiative founded by InirContinueContinue reading “Dehna Village, Maharastra: Land of 1000 Waterfalls”
Salooni & the mesmerizing Bhandel Valley
Salooni is located in Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh. It is one of those rare hill towns that most tourism brochures have forgotten; which makes Saloni an offbeat destination. Saloni appeared in my research on offbeat Himachal destinations, and the name alone stopped me. Ask locals about its origin and you’ll hear two stories: it’sContinueContinue reading “Salooni & the mesmerizing Bhandel Valley”
Pune: Mastani Lake and temples of Saswad Region
The Mastani Lake and temples of Saswad represent a perfect blend of natural beauty, romantic history, and spiritual heritage. Unlike the crowded tourist attractions of central Pune, these sites offer authentic experiences in peaceful settings. For travelers seeking to venture beyond the obvious and connect with Maharashtra’s rich cultural tapestry, this day trip provides aContinueContinue reading “Pune: Mastani Lake and temples of Saswad Region”
Shivkhori: Mythical Shiva caves near Katra, Jammu
Next time you plan your pilgrimage tour to Maa Vaishno Devi in Katra, Jammu, please add a visit to Shivkhori at Reasi. This natural cave shrine, dedicated to Lord Shiva, attracts thousands of devotees and curious travellers every year. Official Website: https://www.shivkhori.in shares more details. Reasi is an ancient town of Jammu established by RajaContinueContinue reading “Shivkhori: Mythical Shiva caves near Katra, Jammu”
Exploring Kemmanangundi, the jewel of Chikkamagaluru
Popular for its trekking trails and wildlife explorations, Kemmanagundi is a hill station in the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka. The word ‘Kemmanagundi’ is a combination of the Kannada words ‘kempu’ (red), ‘mannu’ (soil) and ‘gundi’ (pit) and the red soil here feels like a wonderland. The region has lush green forests, moss-covered trees, bamboo grovesContinueContinue reading “Exploring Kemmanangundi, the jewel of Chikkamagaluru”
Maheshwar: The Land Blessed by Shiva
Welcome to the enchanting realm of Maheshwar, nestled along the serene banks of the Narmada River. Named after the abode of Lord Mahesh, another moniker for the mighty Shiva, Maheshwar is more than just a pilgrimage site -it’s a captivating destination brimming with irresistible charm. Legend of Narmada Legend has it that among India’s sacredContinueContinue reading “Maheshwar: The Land Blessed by Shiva”
Askote, Uttarakhand: Land of the Musk Deer
Askote or Askot is a small Himalayan town in the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand in India. It is part of the Kanalichhina development Block and Didihat Tehsil. Askote lies midway between the Pithoragarh (54 km) to Dharchula road and is located on a ridge. The name of the town, Askot, originates from ‘Assi Kot’, whichContinueContinue reading “Askote, Uttarakhand: Land of the Musk Deer”
Camp Wild Dhauj – Delight for Delhi Wala’s and Gurgaonites
Dhauj is a tiny little village located along the Aravali Valley situated between Faridabad and Gurgaon. And it has become popular as an adventure destination thanks to the Camp Wild Dhauj that offers a range of Adventure and Camping Activites in the area. Located just 30 kms from the ever so crowded Gurgaon, Dhauj is a secretContinueContinue reading “Camp Wild Dhauj – Delight for Delhi Wala’s and Gurgaonites”
Baragarh Villa, Manali – a grand yet affordable place to Stay
Located just 2 kms away from the Internationally famous ‘Roerich Art Gallery’ at Naggar, Manali there is a homestay that’s exquisite, luxurious and grand. Welcome to Baragarh Villa, a place that offers you an extraordinary place to stay amidst fruit orchards, green valleys and views of the snow peaks making it a perfect place toContinueContinue reading “Baragarh Villa, Manali – a grand yet affordable place to Stay”
Kotkhai
Perched up at 5,774 feet Kotkhai is one of the lesser-known towns that enthrall its visitors with scenic surroundings, forested trails, a river stream of Gori Ganga and a magnificent mansion that is located right at the top of a cliff (belongs to the erstwhile royal family). ‘Kot’ means a Palace and ‘Khai’ refers to aContinueContinue reading “Kotkhai”
Ranikhet: Queen of Meadows
When someone talks about Ranikhet, the first thing that comes to my mind is my Mom. She as a young NCC Cadet, had camped at Ranikhet and till date keeps sharing her wonderful moments whenever she can and trust me, the memories are as fresh as they can get. So today when I had aContinueContinue reading “Ranikhet: Queen of Meadows”
