This is one of the world's oldest continually inhabited cities, and one of the holiest in Hinduism. Pilgrims come to the ghats lining the Ganges to wash away sins in the sacred waters or to cremate their loved ones. It's a particularly auspicious place to die, since expiring here offers moksha (liberation from the cycle of rebirth).
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Jim Corbett - India’s first national park
Nestled amidst the dense and rugged settings of Nainital district in Uttarakhand, this wildlife abode is one of the pioneer projects to protect the majestic Bengal Tigers. India’s first national park, and covers 1318 sq km of wild forests. It’s named for legendary British hunter Jim Corbett, who brought this region international fame with his book The Man Eaters of Kumaon. Greatly revered by local people for killing tigers that preyed on people.
Tawang Monastery - The pride of the pictorial hill town
The pride of the pictorial hill town, Tawang Monastery is Asia’s second largest monastery and India’s largest which controls 17 Gompas in the region. An important seat of Mahayana Buddhism, the famous Buddhist monastery in India of the Gelukpa was founded during the 17th century by Mera Lama Lodre Gyaltso
Read MoreSuru Valley - A powerful tributary of the Indus River
Arguably one of the most beautiful and scenic valleys in the Ladakh district of Jammu and Kashmir, Suru Valley nestled in the Himalayan mountain range is drained by the Suru River (a tributary of the Indus River)
Fall in the lap of nature where you will only be surrounded by hills, valleys, and rivers. This attractive destination Suru Valley is blessed with grand Rocky Mountains on one side and lustrous green fields on the other
Read MoreGod beams at Dudhwa National Park
I have travelled to many forests in Northern India, Southern India and Central India, For me, possibly, this is one of the most beautiful forests I have visited in India. This National Park has an unparalleled symmetry of endless straight tunnel-like roads with an overhead canopy of trees along the way. These sal trees were planted by the British to be used for laying railway tracks and all the roads are connected like a star network with 5-road junctions throughout the forest. This is unique to this National Park.
Read MoreMeghalaya - The abode of clouds in harmony with nature
Endowed with incredible natural beauty, Meghalaya is one of the most beautiful states in Northeast India.It is a land blessed with bountiful rainfall, sunshine, virgin forests, high plateaus, breathtaking waterfalls, clear rivers and meandering streams
Read MoreDawki -Transcendental reflections in the clear waters of a tropical paradise
I ventured off the beaten track to discover a little known gem, Umngot, possibly India’s cleanest river. The Umngot river flows through Dawki, a small but busy town in the East Jaintia Hills district near the Indo-Bangladesh border. The river is a prime fishing spot for fishermen from nearby areas.
Read MoreWinter in Ladakh - The Call Of The Mountains
Since time immemorial, the mountains have promised the perfect retreat for those seeking spiritual enlightenment. They have been the abode of the wise, a sanctuary of peace and serenity, in stark contrast to the ruggedness of the harsh terrain. As one moves higher, the cares of the world drop away and a world of breathtaking beauty unfolds – a gift from the Gods
Read MoreSangti Valley - Hidden from civilization, an incredibly green heaven on earth
Sangti Valley is one of the most stunning places I’ve been. It is encompassed by Eastern Himalayan extents and you will discover this region rich in thick timberlands and streams,Surrounded by the lofty peaks of the Eastern Himalayas, this picturesque valley is the place to be on early winter mornings
Read MoreAru Valley a Hidden Nature beauty in J&K
Aru Valley is a pristine scenic village situated in the region of Trans-Himalaya. Clear blue canopy over the head, misty surroundings, whispers of the native pines and conifer forests and beautiful meadows create a captivating diorama for travelers thronging the place
Read MoreThe Floating Vegetable Markets of Srinagar
Located within Srinagar's iconic Dal Lake, the Floating Vegetable Market of Srinagar, is a place where Kashmiris living within the lake buy their daily fruit and vegetable supplies.The unique floating gardens in the natural wetlands of Srinagar are the prime source of vegetables cultivation and these fresh vegetable are sold on the floating Shikaras on the lake.
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