Hidden Gems of Ladakh

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18 Awesome Places to visit in Kasol

The picturesque town of Kasol is located in the Parvati Valley in the hilly state of Himachal Pradesh. Besides being a backpacker's heaven, Kasol has some amazing places of interest. Here's a look at some of the must-visit places.

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Leh, Ladakh

Ladakh may be a small district and a neighborhood of Jammu and Kashmir area within the northernmost a part of India. Ladakh is legendary with its scenic views thanks to its location on the hills of the Himalayas. The northern corner of the world touches the border between India and China. The area is sort of dry and is correctly irrigated for agriculture to develop. The local population number is on the brink of 275 thousand people, most of these live at the expense of what they manage to grow in their gardens and fields. There are a couple of tourist attractions within the district, including an outsized natural preserve, Hemis park .

Ladakh

Kasol

Kasol is a hamlet in the district of Kullu, situated in the Parvati valley. The place is a paradise for travelers and explorers. It is also known as Mini Israel of India, due to the large number of Israeli tourists visiting here. The place acts as a base camp for several treks, thus serving as a hotspot for backpackers and trekkers. Kasol music festival takes place every year on New years eve, this event attracts a large number of tourists here. The place has a pleasant climate making it an ideal destination all around the year. The place also offers amazing views of nature and the Himalayas. The place can be classified as an escape from the hustle-bustle of city life.

Himachal Pradesh

Andaman Islands

A heavenly abode in all aspects, Andaman boasts of nature and serenity amongst the natural habitats. Andaman is a location which is at a peaceful location with serenity in the environment.
The group of islands are so stunning that they leave everyone speechless. There islands have various activities which you can indulge in to explore various locations as well as to experiment with new activities.
That ranges from adrenaline activities to nature trails, underwater diving to bird watching, and from historical locations to energetic night activities.
Andaman is a combination of all these activities and much more, which can only be uncovered as the waves take us.
Andaman is a location which is a perfect getaway with a whole bunch of activities to choose from.
It's unique natural treasure of beaches, forests, marine life, corals and birds makes it a favorite among nature lovers who want to explore nature.

Andaman And Nicobar Islands

Gulmarg

Situated at an altitude of 2730 m above sea level, Gulmarg is a popular skiing destination located in Pir Panjal Range of Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Surrounded by snow-covered lofty Himalayas, meadows of flowers, deep ravines, evergreen forested valleys, Gulmarg also has the world's second-highest Gondola ride.
Gulmarg boasts of being a beautiful town without the crowd like Manali and Shimla. Gulmarg has also been developed as an adventure hub as Indian Institute of Skiing and Mountaineering is located here. A lot of courses on trekking, mountaineering, skiing, and snowboarding are offered by IISM. There are a lot of other private tour operators in Gulmarg as well which provide similar courses and facilities for skiing, snowboarding and trekking. Known for its scenic beauty, Gulmarg has also been a popular destination for shooting of various Bollywood films.

Jammu And Kashmir

Srinagar

SRINAGAR lies in Kashmiri valley on the banks of the Jhelum River, a tributary of the Indus, Dal, and Anchar lakes. Being at the top Srinagar is known as the crown of India, and as the name defines this beautiful city is pride and has many hidden gems to attract tourists from different parts. Srinagar is at the top for couples planning a romantic tour, group trips for adventures, and families for famous shires. Every summer to escape the heat people flock to this city to capture the beauty of migratory birds at lakes and blooming flowers in the gardens. A 3-4 day trip would be ideal to explore the forts through trekking, and freshwater lakes by riding boats and walking along with the flouring flowers. The Kashmiri cuisine is famous for its pulao, and dum aloo as these dishes are made of native crops, herbs, and dried fruits. The lake is also a delight for birdwatchers and wildlife photographers to capture the migratory ducks and geese which include tufted duck, gadwall, goose, mallard, common merganser, and northern pintail, common pochard, ferruginous pochard, red-crested pochard, ruddy shelduck, common teal, and Eurasian Wigeon.

Spiti Valley

Surrounded by the Himalayas on all sides, Spiti Valley is a cold desert valley in Himachal Pradesh at an altitude of 12,500 feet above sea level. It experiences cold weather throughout the year but is considerably pleasant during summers. Spiti Valley offers its visitors a majestic view of the snow-capped mountains and lakes, away from the monotonous city life. 

The Buddhist monasteries with numerous monks praying inside are a calming sight to behold. The magnificent architecture and valuable manuscripts found here are a treasure for historians. If you are an adventure lover, this valley is a paradise for you, as there are various trekking trails available starting from Kaza.

The Key Monastery is a millennium-old monastery situated in Spiti. It is home to around 250-300 Lamas, unique wind instruments and Buddha idols. The Tabo Monastery is one of the many historical sites in Spiti, renowned for the priceless paintings, statues and murals that it shelters. Apart from these monasteries, Chandratal Lake is another tourist attraction that draws nature lovers to enjoy its enchanting view.

Offbeat Ladakh Itinerary

A Ladakh offbeat itinerary to explore the hidden monasteries, villages, and culture in the little Tibet

Workcation in Kasol

Spend beautiful time as you work and enjoy the vacation. Trek up to some of the most beautiful places, explore some hidden gems and come back with a lot of memories and souvenirs.

Manali Trance

Renounce yourself in the abyss and experience trance. Manali will either give you existential crises or put a rest on them!

Try out this Winter Season

Udaipur

Founded in the 1550s by Udai Singh II, Udaipur is popularly known as the 'City of Lakes' for the great number of lakes it houses. The city is located in the southern parts of Rajasthan, surrounded by the Aravalli hills range. The city boasts of being one of the most romantic destinations in Asia, also known for its rich history, culture, museums, galleries, the gigantic forts it houses, and most importantly, the scenic locations. It has drawn the attention of travelers and artists worldwide, being shot in several Indian and Hollywood movies. The city experiences moderate to high temperature during summer and mildly chill in the winter months. The city possesses rich and vibrant cultural practices and has an energetic zing tagged with its people and streets.

Rajasthan

Goa is an Indian state situated on the south-western coast. Maharashtra and Karnataka are the neighboring states to North and southeast respectively, with the Arabian Sea surrounding on its western side. The beauty of Goa is due to the beaches lying along the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghats covering them on the sides. The flora and fauna of Goa are diverse due to the climate and its belongingness to the sea. A large variety of water life exists here and gives life to the delicious seafood for the lover of them.

Goa is perfect for a getaway to clean beaches, breezy wind, amazing food, and party vibes. Famous for its pristine beaches and lip-smacking seafood, Goa is also considered the party capital of India. Generally divided into two sides, North and South, North Goa is the place for you to party and South Goa is the place to just unwind and relax. Goa also has a rich heritage since it was an overseas holding for the Portuguese territory and hence you can see a lot of Portuguese settlements too. 

It is the smallest state in India and has the highest GDP per capita among all other states. Panaji is the capital of Goa and Vasco Da Gama is its largest city. It is considered the richest state of India and therefore the development of the state is at its peak.

Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer, the golden city, is located in the heart of the Thar. Desert of Rajasthan. The Jaisalmer fort, also known as the Sonar Qila, is one of the first living forts in India, with dwelling human settlements. The place is adorned with many tourist spots, folk music centers, and delicious cuisines. The place is also home to the Ghost village of Kuldhara, which holds a legacy to the Paliwal Brahmins. The place is also home to the Indian army's war memorial, which holds legacies of the soldiers who sacrificed their lives to protect our mother nation. Several adventure sports such as quad biking and paragliding are also common here. The place is one of a kind and refuses to leave anyone unsatisfied.

Ooty

Udagamandalam also known as Ooty or Ootacamund is a breathtaking town situated in Nilgiri Hills. The town is a famous tourist place because of the picturesque beauty and amazing activities that it provides. The place is full of magical gifts that nature has given to the town, beautiful lakes, forests, and greenery surround the whole town. The ethereal vast meadows that Ooty provides have been a perfect location for film shooting for directors, one of the famous movies "Kuch Kuch Hota hai" was shot here in this beautiful place. Because of its vast landscape, Ooty also gives us the amazing opportunity to try out some rare sports that can be only seen on television like, hang gliding, Golf, of course how one can miss the opportunity to play golf in this beautiful town? Moving onto the glory of this town that is farming. The town produces “English vegetables and fruits” which are basically peaches, plums, strawberries, cabbage, and cauliflower, etc. not to forget the infamous Tea farming of the town. Concluding all of it, the magical town of joy awaits your presence.

Tamil Nadu

Revive your romance (or start it)

Rishikesh

Rishikesh is one of the most compelling and thrilling hill stations in India. Also called the 'Yoga Capital of the world', this city in the heart of Uttarakhand is a natural and spiritual wonder. With the mighty Himalayan ranges in the backdrop and the Ganga river flowing in the midst of the city, Rishikesh is bestowed with immense beauty and grandeur. It is also famous for its stunning temples and ashrams and serves as a famous pilgrimage site for Hindus. Apart from this, Rishikesh hosts a lot of adventure activities among which the most renowned activity is river rafting. It attracts a lot of adventure enthusiasts as it also has exciting activities like trekking, hiking, and bungee jumping. As Rishikesh perfectly blends into harmony the physical and spiritual aspects of uplifting both the soul and the body, it is undoubtedly a destination that will live up to its hype and fame.

Uttarakhand

Bir Billing

Bir is a small village in Himachal Pradesh, well-known for adventure activities like paragliding. Billing is the takeoff site for paragliding and, Bir is the landing site; collectively, it is called "Bir Billing". This village is home to several Buddhist monasteries like the Palpung Monastery and Tsering Jong Monastery, with stunning architecture. There are several cafes in Bir where you can relax with a book. The excellent food and beautiful view of the countryside make these cafes an ideal place to unwind. The toy train running from Joginder Nagar to Pathankot is a 160km ride, offering picturesque views. People also check out the local souvenir shops for handmade woollens and handicrafts to take back home. Next to Bir bus station is a tea factory that offers tours of the tea gardens to the visitors.

Tirthan Valley

The clouds, the hills, the waterfalls are just like mother nature's arms where anyone can find peace and happiness, Tirthan valley happens to be one such hidden jewel of Himachal Pradesh, where peace and happiness come hand in hand. Tirthan valley, the perfect hideaway of the Himalayas, is perched at an altitude of 1600 meters above sea level, in the Kullu district of the state.

Dhanaulti

Dhanaulti is a hill station situated in the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayan range, located 24 km from the queen of hills, Mussoorie. This beautiful tourist destination of Uttarakhand makes for an ideal weekend getaway. The town itself is very quiet and small, there is not much to see in the town,  but one can enjoy the beautiful views and relax. Dhanaulti is best during winters when the place turns into an ice blanket with the flakes of snow depositing on the branches of the trees to match its hue with the surrounding. In summers, Dhanaulti boasts blooming of rhododendrons, lush deodar, and oak trees enveloped in the tranquilizing charm. Indeed this scenic little place is considered one of the phenomenal points of tourist's interest in Uttarakhand. The adventure park here is a hub for adventure seekers.

An offbeat trail in Parvati Valley

This time it's not Kasol that we are suggesting but an offbeat experience in the Parvati Valley en route to Shilha, Pulga, and Tosh.

Jibhi - Thirthan Adventure

Take a lapse from the predatory world, and gift yourself a vacation to reinvigorate your heart and soul.

Malana - Waichan adventure

Visit the unique and mysterious village of Malana, and make your way up to the Magic Valley.

To get that Adrenaline rush

A Complete Guide to the City of Mughal Marvels, Agra

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6 Must-Visit Places Near Udaipur That Would Feed You History Bug!

We have compiled a list of 6 interesting and fascinating places you must visit if you are in Udaipur. These sites are abundant in historical as well as cultural heritage and would leave an indelible impression on your mind.

RAJASTHAN ON ROAD

A travel experience of a road trip from Udaipur(City Of Lakes) to Jaisalmer(Golden City) via Jodhpur (Sun City), as they explore amazing destinations.

Jaipur

Jaipur is the capital city of the largest state of India. Known as the pink city, Jaipur is covered by mesmerizingly beautiful pink buildings that bring out the glory of the past. Named after the founder of the city, Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, Jaipur is one of the oldest planned cities of India. It was founded in 1727 and it took four years to finish the foundation of the city. Jaipur has now been classified as one of the World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. It is famous for the majestic palaces and forts and the for portraying the beautiful culture of Rajasthan. Jaipur boasts of being the part of the Golden Triangle of India, along with the popular tourist destination of Delhi and Agra

Jodhpur

Jodhpur is the second-largest city in Rajasthan. It is popularly known as the Blue City, because of the unique paint the houses here are colored in. To its north and northwestern regions lies the Thar Desert. The history of the city dates back to 1459 AD. Rao Jodha, the erstwhile ruler of the Rathore Clan is credited for the origin of this magnificent town. Jodhpur is famous for its grandeur infrastructures, authentic Rajasthani cuisine served in numerous restaurants, old town busy life, and the insurmountable number of views it possesses particularly the breathtaking landscape views from the grand Mehrangarh Fort.

McLeod Ganj

Mcleod Ganj is a village named after Lord David McLeod with a population of around 10,000 people, largely consisting of the Tibetan community. It is 3kms north of Dharamshala in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh. It is also known as 'Little Lhasa' or 'Dhasa.'  McLeod Ganj is one of the most famous places in Dharamshala and attracts thousands of tourists from all over India as well as the world. This place gives an option to the visitors to volunteer with the Tibetan community, provides courses in Buddhism, meditation, or yoga classes, and is famous for shopping for Tibetan crafts and trekking. Visitors having a low budget can also enjoy the free spiritual vibe along with numerous good cafes.  The best time of the year to visit this place is between  September to March.

Agra

Agra is a north-western city in the state of Uttar Pradesh situated on the banks of the river Yamuna about 210 kilometers south of the national capital, Delhi. It is a part of the famous tourist circuit, the Golden Triangle. The city has a glorious past. It finds a place in the Hindu epic Mahabharata in addition to serving as the capital of the grand Mughal Empire for a lot of years before the capital was shifted to Delhi. The historical past and magnificent infrastructure of this city make it a must-go-to-place when in India. It is has emerged as a famous tourist attraction with the Taj Mahal seeing an average of 8 million visitors annually.

Uttar Pradesh

Amritsar

Amritsar also known as Ambarsar is a wonderful city in Indian state of Punjab situated 455 km from New Delhi.Spiritually more significant place and home to Harmandir Sahib  meaning "abode of God or Darbār Sahib.Popularly called as "THE GOLDEN TEMPLE", holiest Gurdwara and the most important pilgrimage site of Sikhism.Guru Ram Das, the fourth Sikh guru is credited with founding the holy city of Amritsar in the Sikh tradition.Built by Guru Arjan,the fifth Sikh guru.The temple is surrounded by "pool of nectar",called the Amrita Saras .The structure is overlaid with gold,hence called the golden temple.
Jallianwala Bagh, a walled garden near the Golden Temple, to protest British rule. Today, the furthest end of the Bagh is marked by a Martyrs’ Memorial built in the shape of an eternal flame. 
The lowering of the flags ceremony at the Attari-Wagah border is a daily military practice that the security forces of India (Border Security Force, BSF) and Pakistan (Pakistan Rangers) have jointly followed since 1959.
The Durgiana Temple also known as Lakshmi Narayan Temple, Durga Tirath and Sitla Mandir, is a premier temple situated in the city of Amritsar, Punjab, IndiaThe architecture of Sri Durgiana Temple is similar to Golden Temple.
The place is also well known for heritage walk ,food,shopping.The very popular amritsari juttis,punjabi phulkari,woollen products are must buy.Lavishing malai lassi,amritsari kulcha chaas,amritsari naan are lipsmacking delights.

Punjab

For the History Buffs

Jim Corbett National Park

The Jim Corbett National Park, located in the Nainital district and Pauri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand is the oldest national park in India. It was established in 1936 as Hailey National Park to protect the endangered Bengal tiger and was named after hunter and naturalist Jim Corbett. Spread over an area of 521 sq. km, The park contains 488 different species of flora, a wide variety of wildlife, and around 600 different species of bird. Corbett National Park is one of the valuable pearls of Indian timberlands that welcomes everybody to encounter the mesmerizing landscapes and the astonishments hidden inside. The transparent greenery, thriving plants, wildlife, and birdlife, and presence of two streams, Kosi and Ramganga make Jim Corbett a jewel of a spot to explore. The park is a hub for adventure buffs, bird watchers, and wildlife lovers. Uncover the numerous delightful and hidden secrets of this forest land.

Kasauli

Pushkar

The holy city that lies tucked away in the Aravallis, Pushkar resembles a coming together of culture, religion, and daily life. Known for hosting the famous Brahma temple, Pushkar attracts millions of tourists all over the world. Adorned with Ghats and, temples that boast of Rajput and Tamil architecture, the city has some other attractions too that tell the story of its rich past. Lying in the center of the town is the Pushkar Sarovar where pilgrims flock to take a holy dip while the outskirts flaunt the deserts and the rural villages presenting a unique scenario of the city. Life is as busy as ever and locals never forget to have some poha or kachori and jalebi before going to work or buying some malpuas on their way back home. There is another side to Pushkar which speaks of a thriving hippie culture, evident in the falafel shops that have come across the city. There is also the Pushkar Annual Camel Fair, a one-of-a-kind amalgamation of life and culture in Rajasthan that remains as the highlight. A must-visit place, Pushkar is truly the gem of the Rajasthan.