Category: Himachal Pradesh
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Kullu Dusherra: A tableau of the rich tradition of Himachal
Kullu Dusherra dates to the 17th century when as a penance for the sin of killing a poor Brahman, Raja Jagat Singh of Kullu renounced his crown and placed an idol of Lord Raghunath on the throne. On the eve of Dusherra, all the deities from the nearby villages are brought to the Dhalpur Maidan…
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Kheerganga trek in Autumn – Hiking in the laps of Parvati Valley
Kheerganga Trek is an easy-to-moderate Himalayan trek in Himachal Pradesh. It can easily be competed in 2 days without any guide. The trek route passes through beautiful hamlets, waterfalls and pine forests; all combining to make it a wonderful trekking destination
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First snowfall of the season at Dalhousie
Dalhousie is a quaint hill station in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh known for its pristine landscapes and mesmerizing valleys. Unlike other popular destinations in the state like Dharamshala or Shimla, Dalhousie, owning to its distance is less crowded. Although the number of visitors has increased in the recent years, yet Dalhousie has been…
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Winter trek to Triund: A memorable snow trek and the enchanting Dhauladhar
Triund trek is an easy to moderate level trek to the Triund top located near the McLeod Ganj town in the Dharamshala district of Himachal Pradesh. The trek route offers stunning views of the enthralling Dhauladhar ranges of the Himalayas and is a popular trekking spot for beginners. While Triund attracts trekkers round the year,…
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Tosh & Kalga: Wandering in the remote hamlets of Kasol
A narrow brown trail meandered its way through the white snow just to disappear behind a morose looking apple orchid bereft of its greenery. The footmarks on the trodden path offered the only glimpse of any human existence. The dark clouds had started to wreath the snowcapped peaks and the wind was getting cold. I…
Jolly Miles 