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Kashmir is known for its breathtaking natural beauty, but beyond the popular tourist spots, it also hides some stunning offbeat destinations that offer a different perspective on this paradise on Earth. Here are some offbeat destinations in Kashmir that will leave you mesmerized: Stunning Offbeat destinations In Kashmir

Doodhpathri Valley: Often referred to as the 'Valley of Milk,' Doodhpathri is a lush meadow with pristine streams and dense forests. It's less crowded compared to other tourist destinations in Kashmir, making it a serene and offbeat escape. Stunning Offbeat destinations In Kashmir

Aru Valley: Located in Pahalgam, Aru Valley is a peaceful and picturesque destination. Surrounded by meadows and the Lidder River, it's an excellent base for trekking and camping.

Tosa Maidan: Once a firing range for the Indian Army, Tosa Maidan is now a beautiful meadow surrounded by dense forests. It's perfect for trekking and picnics, offering breathtaking views of the Pir Panjal range.

Yusmarg: Nestled amidst dense forests and rolling meadows, Yusmarg is an untouched gem in Kashmir. It's an ideal place for horse riding, trekking, and picnicking, and it provides a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Stunning Offbeat destinations In Kashmir

Gurez Valley: Tucked away in the northernmost part of Kashmir, Gurez Valley is known for its captivating beauty and a unique culture that sets it apart from the rest of the region. The Kishanganga River flows through this remote valley, making it a paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

Bangus Valley: Situated near the Line of Control, Bangus Valley is a pristine destination surrounded by lush green meadows. It's a fantastic spot for trekking and camping and offers breathtaking views of the Himalayan peaks.  Stunning Offbeat destinations In Kashmir

Tulian Lake: Located near Pahalgam, Tulian Lake is a serene and offbeat destination. It's accessible via a trek through dense forests, and the view of the lake surrounded by snow-capped peaks is nothing short of magical.  Stunning Offbeat destinations In Kashmir

Kishtwar: Nestled in the Jammu region, Kishtwar is known for its stunning landscapes, including lush valleys, dense forests, and gushing rivers. It's a paradise for trekkers and adventure enthusiasts.

Bungus Valley: Situated in the Kupwara district, Bungus Valley is a remote and less-explored destination known for its lush meadows and pristine lakes. It's an excellent place for trekking and camping.

Peer Ki Gali: This high mountain pass is a part of the historic Mughal Road and offers breathtaking views of the Pir Panjal range. It's an ideal spot for trekkers and nature enthusiasts.

When exploring these offbeat destinations in Kashmir, it's essential to respect the local culture and environment. Additionally, always check the current travel conditions and any necessary permits before embarking on your journey to these less-visited but equally stunning parts of the Kashmir Valley.

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EXTENSIVE TRAVELOGUE OF MUGHAL ROAD

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Mughal Road is the road between Bufliaz, a town in the Poonch district, to the Shopian district, in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, India. The 84-kilometre road traces a historic route used in the Mughal period over the Pir Panjal Pass, at an altitude of 3,500 m (11,500 ft), higher than the Banihal pass at 2,832 m (9,291 ft).

The road connects Poonch and Rajouri to Srinagar in the Kashmir valley, and reduces the distance between Shopian and Poonch from 588 km to 126 km. It also provides an alternative route into the Kashmir valley off the Jammu-Srinagar highway. The road passes through Bufliaz, Behramgalla, Chandimarh, Dogray (Dogran), Poshana, Chattapani, Peer Ki Gali, Aliabad, Zaznar, Dubjan, Hirpora, and Shopian. To know more visit: www.rukhposh.com

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#12_Top_Tourist_Destinations_In_Jammu_And_Kashmir

Jammu & Kashmir tourism has been described as a paradise so many times that one feels it is the ultimate homage you could pay to it. But somehow, there is a vagueness in it that does not do justice to this part of the country.

What is paradise in Jammu & Kashmir? It is its alpine meadows, crystal clear lakes, amber hues of the trees during autumn, boathouses, gondolas, apple orchards and everything else that is a part of its landscape.

Yusmarg: Yusmarg is a hill station in the western part of the valley of Kashmir. The Ahmadiyya Muslim community believes it to be the place where Jesus once lived. The landscape here is more beautiful than anything you will ever see. There are plenty of options for sightseeing and trying out activities like trekking and horse riding.

Sightseeing Attractions in Yusmarg :

Pakherpora Shrine

Charar-e-Sharif

Doodhganga

Nilnag Lake

Sang-e-Safed

Top Things to Do in Yusmarg :

Trekking

Horse Riding

Trout Fishing

Gulmarg: Gulmarg has everything going for it: snow dressed mountains, greenery, lakes, pine & fir forests and different types of flowers. It is snug in a valley in the Pir Panjal Range. Its name means, the meadows of flowers, and you will come across a lot of meadows decorated with daisies. Most of all though, Gulmarg is the best skiing destination in Asia, has the highest green golf course in the world as well as the highest cable car project.

Top Sightseeing Attractions in Gulmarg :

St. Mary’s Church

Baba Reshi Shrine

Maharani Temple/Shiva Temple

Popular Things to Do in Gulmarg

Play golf at the highest golf course in the world enjoy

Gondola Cable Car Ride

Skiing At Shark Fin,

The Best Skiing Slope In Gulmarg

Sonmarg: Sonmarg means a “meadow of gold”, is one of the best tourist places in Jammu and Kashmir for sightseeing & adventure. Its landscape is marked by a glacier, forests and snow-capped mountains.

The three Great Lakes in Kashmir: Kishansar, Vishansar and Gadsar, can be visited from here. Camping & trout fishing are some adventure activities that are popular. Sonmarg is also the starting point for the trek to Amarnath Cave, a major Hindu pilgrimage destination.

Top Sightseeing Attractions in Sonmarg

Thajiwas GlacierBaltal Valley (close to Sonmarg)

Amarnath CaveNaranag

Kishansar LakeVishansar

LakeGadsar Lake

Best Things to Do in Sonmarg

Whitewater rafting

Trekking

CampingTrout Fishing

Pahalgam: Any tourist visiting the top 10 places in Jammu and Kashmir will always visit Pahalgam. Located in the Anantnag district, it is located on the banks of the River Lidder.

It is a visual treat with its meadows, forests and pristine environment. Aru Valley, Betab Valley and Baisaran are some of the places which make Pahalgam the best in Kashmir for a sightseeing tour.

Top Sightseeing Attractions

Aru ValleyBetaab

ValleyBaisaran

Sheikhpora

Best Things To Do

Trout fishing

Pony Ride Enjoy A Picnic

Gurez Valley: For six months, the Gurez Valley is cut off from the rest of the world, and that enhances its appeal as a famous tourist destination in Jammu and Kashmir. The people who live here are one of the oldest tribes in Kashmir called the Dard Shin Tribe and speak a language called Shina.

The picturesque valley is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, meadows clothed with lindens, walnut and willow trees and the raging river Kishan Ganga.

Top Sightseeing Attractions

Peer Baba Shrine

Habba Khatoon Peak

Best Things to Do

Trekking

Trout Fishing

Mountain Climbing

Verinag : Verinag is a town in the district of Anantnag, where the Verinag Spring is a must see attraction. The stone basin & arcade surrounding it were built by Jahangir, while the beautiful garden next to it was built by Shah Jahan.

The spring is the main source of the River Jhelum. A Mughal Garden also stands right in front of this spring.

Top Sightseeing Attractions

Verinag SpringMughal Gardens

Srinagar : Srinagar finds a place on this list because it is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Jammu and Kashmir as well as the top honeymoon destination.

The presence of many Mughal Gardens, religious & historical sites as well as Dal & Nageen Lakes has led Srinagar to being called the “Land of Gardens and Lakes.” Among the other things that will surprise you, one is the floating vegetable market on Dal Lake. The largest Tulip gardens in Asia are also in Srinagar.

Top Sightseeing Attractions

Mughal GardensTulip Gardens

Hari Parbat

FortPari

MahalKahnqah

Shah-i-Hamadan

Hazratbal Shrine

Shankaracharya Temple

Kheer Bhawani Temple

Best Things to Do

Take a shikhara ride on the Dal Lake

Enjoy a houseboat stay on Dal

Nageen Lakes

Visit the floating vegetable market on Dal Lake

Vaishno Devi: Those who are spiritually inclined should not miss out on visiting Vaishno Devi, a major Hindu pilgrimage destination in India. The temple stands on the Trikuta Hills in Jammu. The Mother Goddess, who is the main deity, is believed to fulfil the wishes of her devotees.

To reach the temple, you will have to take a trek of nearly 14 kilometres which starts from the Ban Ganga bridge. Other options are battery operated cars, ponies, palkies and helicopter rides to Mata Vaishno Devi Temple.

Top Things to Do

Seek blessing at Mata Vaishno Devi Temple

Visit Ardhkuwari and Bhairo Temples

Patnitop : The hill station of Patnitop is included among the popular tourist places in Jammu and Kashmir for its meadows, gorgeous views & lovely views of the Himalayan peaks. If you are looking for winter getaways in Jammu, this is where you should be.

You can enjoy skiing & paragliding at Madhatop, which can be reached by 5 kilometres from Patnitop. During your stay, don’t forget to taste Patisa, the local delicacy.

Top Sightseeing Attractions

Bilo ki PowriKud ParkShiva Ghar (almost 11 kilometres from Patnitop)

Popular Things to Do

Enjoy a picnic at Kud ParkTry paragliding & skiing at Madhatop (almost 5 kilometres from Patnitop)

Doda : Doda is a district located in the eastern part of Jammu and has plenty of opportunities for sightseeing and even adventure. Those who are spiritually inclined should certainly visit Doda since there are plenty of temples and a splendid mosque too.

Adventure enthusiasts can enjoy a variety of sports like snow skiing, mountain biking, trekking and paragliding.

Top Sightseeing Attractions

Vasuki Naag Temple

Gupt Ganga Temple

Jamia Masjid

BhaderwahShitla

Mata Roshera

Ziyarat Bangla

NallahLakshmi Narayana Temple

Bhog TaraqDevi

GolNagni Mata

Best Things to Do

Snow skiing mountain

Biking

Paragliding

Trekking

Camping

Kishtwar: Kishtwar is a sleepy peaceful town and a top tourist spot in Jammu and Kashmir as much for its waterfalls and numerous trekking routes as for its rare blue sapphire and high-quality saffron that is found here.

It is home to the biggest mosques, a national park home to rich flora & fauna, an old fort, traditional Kishtwari craft and unique Kashmiri vegetarian dishes like Aloo (Potatoes) in yoghurt.

Top Sightseeing Attractions

Jamia MasjidShrine of Shah Asrar-ud-DinShrine of Shah Farid-ud-Din

BagdadiSarthal Devi

TempleKishtwar National

ParkDishes like Lotus root curry

Sanasar: Sanasar is named after the villages of Sana and Sar, and can be counted among the most beautiful places to visit in Jammu and Kashmir. It is a meadow situated in Jammu and has the appearance of a cup.

You will come across coniferous forests, meadows clothed with flowers and heart winning views of the Himalayan Ranges. It’s a good place for trekkers, with plenty of trekking trails. If you are travelling with your family, there are also opportunities for camping including lighting a bonfire.

Top Sightseeing Attractions

Sanasar Lake

Nag Temple

Shank Pal Temple

Suri Kund

Golf Course

Best Things to do :

Paragliding

Trekking

Camping

Golfing

Rock Climbing Rappelling

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Best Places to Visit Jammu and Kashmir

 In quick session Jammu and Kashmir called 'paradise on the planet' Gyan Rachana Tours and Travels, offers all that an explorer at any point long for. Encircled by regular magnificence, Kashmir is a grand objective that has drawn in families, wedding trip couples, and solo voyagers from across the globe. There are various must-visit puts in Kashmir that ought to be on your rundown.

The land that many dream to investigate, Jammu and Kashmir is otherwise called the 'Crown of India' and 'Earth's Paradise'. Mughal Emperor Jahangir had once cited "In the event that there is a paradise on Earth, it's here". Jammu and Kashmir is the northernmost Indian area that is situated in the western lower regions of the Himalayas.

Tremendous number of home-grown and unfamiliar sightseers run here as it's one of the top most loved spots to visit in India. Each Indian fantasies about visiting this spot no less than once in their life.  Gyan Rachana Tours and Travels is also involved in providing Kashmir Honeymoon Packages for newly married couple. Jammu and Kashmir, otherwise called the 'Little Switzerland' holds a rich royal history and over the course of time, as history stands observer, the enchanting excellence of Kashmir has forever been a subject that has been wondered upon. So in the event that you're likewise one of the all, Gyan Rachnana Tours is best travel company in Delhi NCR to make your Jammu and Kashmir visit a reality

BEST PLACES TO VISIT IN JAMMU & KASHMIR:

·     Shrinagar

The city is well known for its nurseries, lakes and houseboats. It is likewise known for customary Kashmiri handiworks and dried organic products. The city is situated on both the sides of the Jhelum River, which is called Vyath in Kashmir.

·     LEH

Situated in the Ladakh district of Jammu and Kashmir, Leh is known for its dazzling grand areas, Buddhist sanctuaries and immaculate climate. Because of the solid impact of Tibetan Buddhism, Leh is otherwise called Little Tibet or the Land of Lamas. 

·       JAMMU

Jammu is fairly renowned for its sanctuaries. As a matter of fact it is known as the city of sanctuaries and the each distinction of its will in general eclipse its royal residences, posts, backwoods and strong ziarats. Assuming Bahu Mata is the directing divinity of Jammu, the dargah of Peer Budhan Ali Shah is the other sanctum that safeguards Jammuites.

·     GULMARG 

Gulmarg is exceptionally well known for its skiing scenes in India. This town is situated on the Pir Panjal Range, which is a piece of the western Himalayas. 

·     PAHALGAM

 Pahalgam is renowned for its snow-covered mountains, moving slopes, rich green knolls, beautiful valleys and exciting experience. Likewise, it offers a ton for each age bunch and in the event that you pick the perfect opportunity to visit and Pahalgam won't ever bomb you.

 The Himalayan experience of Pahalgam is an encounter best in class across the globe. The earth's life force is at its absolute best in Pahalgam and you can track down serenity among it.

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After India-Pakistan Ceasefire, Villagers at LoC Count the Cost of a Bloody Yesterday

After India-Pakistan Ceasefire, Villagers at LoC Count the Cost of a Bloody Yesterday

A cricket match is underway on a bright day on a rocky terrain overlooking the snow-clad Haji Peer Mountain Pass. The players are in their early adulthood. A batsman hits the ball hard, sending it downhill. A group of cheerful young people chases it, spreading their joy in the surroundings. It’s a rare sight and sound at Batgrah in the Pir Panjal Mountain Range in Haji Pir Sector along the Line…

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After India-Pakistan Ceasefire, Villagers at LoC Count the Cost of a Bloody Yesterday

After India-Pakistan Ceasefire, Villagers at LoC Count the Cost of a Bloody Yesterday

A cricket match is underway on a bright day on a rocky terrain overlooking the snow-clad Haji Peer Mountain Pass. The players are in their early adulthood. A batsman hits the ball hard, sending it downhill. A group of cheerful young people chases it, spreading their joy in the surroundings. It’s a rare sight and sound at Batgrah in the Pir Panjal Mountain Range in Haji Pir Sector along the Line…

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#Kuchh_Wali!!! (at Peer Panjal Range) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDa0ldQH8GQ/?igshid=1iha3vf4ma2mo

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Encircled by the Peer Panjal & Zanskar ranges...... Killar is the sub-divisional headquarter of Pangi Valley....... There are beautiful valleys within Pangi........ Sural, Saichu, Kumar-Parmar, Hundan and Sechu........connected with Zanskar. And a muddy Hudan Lake.... the site of annual fair and the Shiva Temple on the banks of this lake...... .................. 🍱 🥗 🏄🏻‍♀️ 🏊🏻 🚵🏿‍♀️ 🧗🏾‍♀️ 🚡 🚤 🛶 🏍 🏎 🎏 ...........,,,,,,,,, #wandertribe #outlander #travelrealindia #traveltheworld #adventuretraveller #traveladventure #rafting🚣 #raftingtrip #rafting🌊 #raftingadventure #trekkings #trekkingandphotography #trekkinglovers #trekkingtime #trekkingindia #mountainsofindia #mountainscapes #mountainstones #drivinginindia #drivinginsnow #drivinginheels #drivetheworld #hillsofindia #naturalstones #hillsandsky #stonesofindia #hillplace #pinehillplantation #beautifulhimalayas (at Pangi, Himachal Pradesh, India) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7yckFopB_p/?igshid=1mdb2cliwgiuk

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How beautiful it is to get up to a view of Dhauladhar n Peer Panjal ranges from your hotel room in Dalhousie. Wow. Although the weather was a little hazy while I was shooting but whatall i captured it was fantastic. Wait for the next vlog this Saturday. Its going to rock. . . #himalaya #chamba #Himachal #oneHimachal #jannatehimachal #beautifulHimachal #travelrealindia #awesomehimachal #himachalgram #himachalpradesh #himachal_diaries #himalayandiaries #Dalhousie #traveldiaries #ChalLeOye #travelphotographer #indiantravelblogger #nomadsofindia #green (at Dalhousie Hill Station) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bw8lOr-HjGc/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1pgitt31ob9s9

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Peer Panjal, Surankote, 2017

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Main section of Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla longest rail tunnel completed

Main section of Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla longest rail tunnel completed

T-49 is a tunnel of length 12.758 km long and it is going to be the longest tunnel of Indian Railway surpassing Peer Panjal Tunnel of 11.2 km length constructed by USBRL on the Banihal-Qazigund section. source https://zeenews.india.com/railways/main-section-of-udhampur-srinagar-baramulla-longest-rail-tunnel-completed-2436953.html

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India pakistan border: एलओसी के इस इलाके में बिना घुसपैठ नुकसान पहुंचाते हैं पाकिस्तानी आतंकवादी - terrorists trying to plant ied on loc in south of peer panjal area

India pakistan border: एलओसी के इस इलाके में बिना घुसपैठ नुकसान पहुंचाते हैं पाकिस्तानी आतंकवादी – terrorists trying to plant ied on loc in south of peer panjal area

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केजी सेक्टर, लाइन ऑफ कंट्रोल से पाकिस्तान से आतंकी जम्मू-कश्मीर में घुसपैठ कर आतंक फैलाने की साजिश करते रहते हैं। लेकिन यहां साउथ ऑफ पीर पंजाल का इलाका ऐसा है, जहां आतंकियों को अंदर घुसने में डर लगता है। उन्हें यहां न तो स्थानीय समर्थन मिल पाता है और यहां से घुसने पर पकड़ में आने का खतरा पल-पल बना रहता है। इसलिए यहां ��ाकिस्तान से आतंकी उस तरह घुसपैठ की कोशिश नहीं करते बल्कि सतही घुसपैठ…

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Officials recount villager's starring role on day of India-Pak aerial combat

Officials recount villager’s starring role on day of India-Pak aerial combat

Jammu, Mar 8 (PTI) Something has fallen from the sky, a villager told an Army officer in Bhudal in Jammu and Kashmir’s Peer Panjal range on February 27, giving forces the clue they were looking for to establish that Pakistan had used an F-16 jet to attack India, officials recounted on Friday.

The ‘tehsil’, a cluster of 51 villages about 25 km from the district headquarters of Rajouri in Jammu…

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Below Peer Panjal

Proloy Bagchi

In early October I had to go to Anantnag. None, except the stenographer, accompanied me. An inspector in-charge of the sub-division, one Ganjoo, came from Pulwama to assist me. After a three day-stay when it was time to get back to Srinagar Ganjoo asked me why not travel along the Peer Panjal and peep into Kulgam, Pulwama and Shopian before returning to Srinagar. I thought it was a…

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This is my first Paragliding Experience @ Khajjiyar (Chamba). Check out how I bargained and experience the thrill of paragliding, the Sky view of Khajiyar and Dhauladhar and Peer Panjal range. This video is complete guide to Khajiyar. You will also know how to plan for Khajiyar and what things you can do to enjoy at level best.                              - BEING TOURIST ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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This post is part of the Throwback Thursday series in which I share about some of my memorable trips from years ago.

I still have vivid memories of the fun we had in the plush Dalhousie bunglow (playing cards, movies and an almost home made food), Zorbing, Kangra fort and the wheel separation accident. Amazing trip with an amazing bunch.

March 10th to 16th, 2006 PLACES COVERED: DALHOUSIE, DHARAMSALA AND KANGRA  Himachal is basically divided in 3 valleys: Chamba, Kangra and Kullu being. We visited Chamba Valley (Dalhousie and Chamba) and Kangra Valley (Dharamsala n Kangra).

TRAVEL ROUTE: 21hrs train journey from Lucknow to Pathankot (Jammu Tawi Express) 4hr road journey (60 – 70kms) from Pathankot to Dalhousie Dalhousie and areas around Day trip to Chamba and Khajjiar Dalhousie – Mcleodganj and Dharamsala Mcleodganj to Pathankot via Trilokpur Return train from Pathankot to Lucknow (Sealdah Jammu Tawi)

DALHOUSIE It is a memorable road journey from Pathankot to Dalhousie with stunning landscapes and dangerously curvy roads. The journey was quite memorable for us for other reasons too: While we were on an ascent, we saw one of the tires of our hired shoddy van, dangerously roll down by our side. Thankfully the driver must have realized it beforehand and hence stopped the van and we managed to relax.

wheel separation on day 1

Gandhi Chowk, Subhash Chowk, Thandi Sarak (translating to cold road) and Garam Sarak (warm road) Gandhi and Subhash chowk were sort of a mall road or the market road for Dalhousie. The roads are named Thandi or Garam on the basis of the amount of sunlight and snowfall these roads face. Good for morning and evening strolls.

Dainkund Peak: It was an easy trek with great views from the top. Enroute we saw the Peer Panjal & Mani Maheshwar mountain range.

Panjpula (or Panchpulla): Famous for its natural waterfall and there was nothing much beyond that

Khajjiar: I remember it as a meadow in the middle of deodar forests filled with a woody fragrance. Pooja and I did zorbing for the first time in our lives in such a non descript place 🙂 and actually it was quite an experience.

CHAMBA

Chamunda Devi Temple, Lakkad Bazaar and Chamba Museum Chamba boasts of the Chamunda Devi temple that was built in 10th century AD and still has some of the shrines dating back to that century. Around this temple were the granaries and other parts of the Chamba fort which now are now in an unkempt condition. Near the temple is also a lakkad bazaar (for buying and selling of wooden logs) and the Chamba Museum that has a great collection of age old paintings and pilar stones of the fort and other nearby monuments. Being a government museum, it closes at 5:00PM. As mountain driving is considered unsafe after sunset, we returned back to our plush abode in Dalhousie to prepare for our departure to Dharamsala the next morning.

DHARAMSALA AND MCLEODGANJ During the months of February and March, when Dalai Lama visits Dharamsala for his sermons, it can be a task to find a place to stay. We eventually managed something in Bhagsunath (2km from McLeodganj, which itself is 9km from Dharamsala). There was a well established taxi service from McLeodganj to Dharamsala and I believe it would have gotten better in the last 12yrs.

Dalai Lama Temple Complex and Gyuto Monastery The temple and the monastery complex, are an abode of peace and divinity at the same time. Breathtaking mountain views form the backdrop for the monastery and it just has to be experienced for what they are and what they signify.

Bhagsunath Temple, Dal Lake and St. John in the Wilderness Church An old temple dedicated to Shivji, probably named after this place 2kms away from Mcleodganj. Visiting the Dal lake enroute, we stopped for just a little bit to see the St. John’s church. I wonder whether it was St. John who was in the wilderness or the person who named it wanted to highlight the environs. This place could qualify for the next horror movie for the sheer eeriness to this one. After this multi religious trip we headed to one of the my favourite places on this trip the Kangra fort.

Bakeries of McLeodgunj Mcleodganj boasts of good bakery shops (like the Bakery Shop) and tibetian and chinese food joints (like the Hot Spot and others in the main Macleodganj area). We savoured on the pastries and patties the first day along with some really delicious cookies while the next day just the pastries were enough.

KANGRA: Kangra Fort Kangra valley is formed by the Beas and Banganga rivers and top of the Kangra fort provides one of the most breathtaking views of the same. The fort has a small museum at the entrance which provides a good understanding of the whole area as well as talks about a major earthquake that took place in 1905 and led to a lot of destruction especially of the Fort and the other small sub monuments within it like the Lakshmi Narayan temple. Before the earthquake, this is the only fort (or probably one of the few) in the history of India, that could never be conquered.

Trilokpur Temple: Stalactite and Stalagmite formations Famous amongst the locals, Trilokpur cave temple is 41kms from Dharamsala on the way to Pathankot. It has a fine display of stalactite and stalagmite formations. Since the whole area is quite mountainous, there were rocks in the stream adjoining the temple, where Anand decided to give rock climbing a last ditch effort. The view of the valley from here too is breathtakingly beautiful.

We then caught our train back to Lucknow from Pathankot, to start a new journey in our lives. (This was a trip after the placements and before our convocation). Himachal is as much a trekker’s delight as of a photographer’s…

I still have vivid memories of the fun we had in the plush Dalhousie bunglow, Zorbing in an almost non-descript place, hiking up the Kangra fort with mesmerizing views, wheel separation incident... Amazing trip with an amazing bunch! This post is part of the Throwback Thursday series in which I share about some of my memorable trips from years ago.