A roadtrip to Ladakh via the Manali-Leh road in October; enjoying the autumn colours and a fantastic homestay experience in Thiksey.
Category: Travel Guide
Munsiyari in Spring : A Rhododendron Delight
Delightful spring season in Munsiyari. Day hike / trek to Khaliya Top and walking through a dense forest of rhododendron blooms in pink and red. Clear view of the Panchachuli Peaks is the icing on the cake!
Raila : The Twin Towers of Dhaliara Kothi & Bhatkanda Meadow
Travelogue of a day trip to Raila village in Sainj Valley – exploring the twin towers also called Dhaliara Kothi and also hiking to Bhatkanda meadow.
Shashur Monastery : A Short Hike in Lahaul Valley
Travelogue of a day hike to Shashur Monastery from Keylong via the walking trail.
A Rainy Afternoon at Manu Rishi Temple in Shanshar Valley
Attending the annual fair Shanu Mela at Manu Rishi Temple in Sainj Valley, Kullu. Travelogue and travel guide for visiting the temple.
Bijli Mahadev Temple – A Day Hike in Kullu Valley
Experience of a day trip to Bijli Mahadev in Kullu Valley and hiking / trekking with details about the route and time taken.
Othang Gompa – The Crown Jewel of Pattan Valley, Lahaul
Waking up in Keylong in the summer and heading to Jahalman in Pattan Valley in Lahaul for a hike / trek to Othang Monastery.
Day Hike to Mathasaur – Jai Maa Fungni Temple
As regular readers of this blog might be aware that I have been living in Kullu Valley for more than a year now and even though the crazy adventure days seem to have been left far behind, I occasionally venture on hikes and treks in the nearby regions in Kullu Valley. Jita (travellingslacker) was visiting…
Day Hike to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery in Bhutan
Day hike to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery beginning from Paro. Distance of the hike, the views and timing etc with details.
Jodhpur : Favourite Place in Rajasthan
Inspite of hailing from Rajasthan, I had never been to Jodhpur. I guess it was a combination of Jodhpur being too close to Jaipur; the usual hot weather and the fact that I could visit it whenever I wanted! These factors usually ensure we take our own state for granted and hardly explore the nearby…
Musings from the new Home : Winter in Kullu Valley
Living like a local in the new home in Kullu Valley : Experiences, the good and the bad, the joys of simple life and spending the cold winter.
Spending the ‘Lockdown’ Summer of 2021 at Yuthok Homestay, Kullu Valley
Experiences of living at Yuthok Homestay in Kullu Valley for five months.