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”
Category Archives: North India
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”
Exploring Nahan, Himachal Pradesh
Nahan was once the capital of the princely state of Sirmour, Himachal Pradesh. It is a picturesque town surrounded by thick forests, with green valleys, small river streams, and a pleasant climate. Situated on the foothills of the Shivalik Ranges, Nahan is great for a quick weekend trip and is less crowded even during peakContinueContinue reading “Exploring Nahan, Himachal Pradesh”
Kangojodi: a delightful camping experience
Imagine staying amidst a deodar and pine forest spread over 7 km, and to reach you only need to travel 275 Km from New Delhi! Welcome to Kangojodi, a lesser-known offbeat destination close to Nahan (33 Km) in the Sirmour District of Himachal Pradesh. It is here at Kangojodi that Delhi-based ‘MCG Camp Roxx’ has pre-builtContinueContinue reading “Kangojodi: a delightful camping experience”
River Saryu: Extraordinary River Rafting and Angling Experience
Experience a white-water rafting expedition (grade 3 to 4) like no other and get a chance to be part of India’s finest angling adventure for the iconic Himalayan Mahseer, all on the emerald green River Saryu. Himalayan Golden Mahseer is also called as ‘Tor Putitora’ and is known as the largest carp in the worldContinueContinue reading “River Saryu: Extraordinary River Rafting and Angling Experience”
Bageshwar: Sacred Temples & the Beautiful River Saryu
The sacred town of Bageshwar finds its mention in the Skand Puran and people living on this ‘Dev Bhumi’ believe that one who dies here attains salvation. And beyond the religious and sacred importance, Bageshwar is also a beautiful town which is situated at the confluence of River Saryu, Gomati and the latent Bhagirathi. WhileContinueContinue reading “Bageshwar: Sacred Temples & the Beautiful River Saryu”
Camp Shaama, Gyandhurra – Bageshwar
Camp Shaama is a Wildrift Adventure Camp located 3.5 kms uphill from Shaama (50 kms from Bageshwar) at a village called Gyandhurra (height of 7500 ft). Operational throughout the year with snowfall in winters. Experience the Pahadi village life and enjoy the mountains, the beautiful valley and green meadows. Camp Shaama is perched right at theContinueContinue reading “Camp Shaama, Gyandhurra – Bageshwar”
Mahesh Khan – a Bird Lover’s Paradise
Located amidst the thick Deodar and Oak forest, Mahesh Khan is a Bird Lover’s Paradise. The Forest Rest House (FRH) at Mahesh Khan is located near Bhowali on the Ramgarh-Mukhteshwar Road and is actually 5 kms inside a forested motorable road. On your way you will be surprised to find Shyamkhet Tea Gardens! This place is hardly everContinueContinue reading “Mahesh Khan – a Bird Lover’s Paradise”
Deep Roots – Bharatgarh Fort – Ropar, Punjab
Set amidst the Shivalik Ranges in Punjab, this beautiful Fort was constructed in the Year 1733 and is one of the rarest fort ever built in Punjab that is still preserved in most of its former glory. Located 60 kms from Chandigarh near Ropar, Deep Root Retreat, Bharatgarh today offers a magical Heritage Home-stay experience. ItContinueContinue reading “Deep Roots – Bharatgarh Fort – Ropar, Punjab”
Tehri Retreat, Sursingdhar: A Himalayan Eco-lodge
If the road less travelled is what fascinates you, then add Tehri on your travel wish list. Located at a distance of 305 Kms from New Delhi, Tehri lies in the heart of Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. It is here that the beautiful Himalayan Eco Lodge, ‘The Tehri Retreat’ is nestled between Chamba and New Tehri onContinueContinue reading “Tehri Retreat, Sursingdhar: A Himalayan Eco-lodge”
Mori, Uttarakhand
The pine-scented air and a thrilling river rafting experience in the clear waters of River Tons are what first attracts an offbeat traveler to a small little place called Mori in the hills of Uttarakhand. Mori is situated in the North-West region of Garhwal, Uttarakhand and at 1150 metres above sea level, the place offers quite a pleasant environmentContinueContinue reading “Mori, Uttarakhand”
