Kedarnath isn’t just a dot on a Himalayan map. It’s one of the holiest Shaivite shrines in India, tucked high in the Garhwal Himalayas, where every prayer seems to ride the wind and vanish into snow peaks. Pilgrims come for darshan of Lord Shiva as “Kedar,” but they also come for something harder to define—quiet…
Tapovan Hot Springs are natural geothermal springs bubbling out of rocky ground above Joshimath in Uttarakhand. Picture wisps of steam curling up from sulphur-rich pools while the wind carries the smell of wet stone and alpine shrubs. It’s not a manicured spa; it’s raw Himalayan energy, where hot water meets cold mountain air. People come…
Rajaji National Park sits in Uttarakhand along the Shivalik foothills, wrapped around the holy Ganga between Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Dehradun. It’s known for Asian elephants, tigers, and excellent birding with 300+ species, including the Great Hornbill. The park became a Tiger Reserve in 2015 and spans ~820 km² of sal forests, rivers, and grasslands. Peak…
Auli Hill Station in Uttarakhand is a high-altitude playground where quiet meadows turn into ski slopes and every ridge points to a giant of the Himalaya. Sitting around 2,800 meters in the Chamoli district, Auli is wrapped in conifer forests and ringed by legendary peaks—Nanda Devi, Trishul, Kamet, Hathi-Ghoda—it’s a 360-degree postcard. No surprise people…
The Valley of Flowers National Park in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its vibrant alpine meadows and rare Himalayan flora. Located near Joshimath and Badrinath, it blooms every monsoon with hundreds of colorful flower species, turning an already dramatic landscape into a painter’s palette at 3,000–3,600 meters. If…
Tashi Jong Monastery is a tranquil Buddhist monastery nestled in Tashi Jong village near Palampur in the Kangra Valley of Himachal Pradesh, India. It is home to the Drukpa Kagyu tradition and a thriving monastic community, known for its vibrant Tibetan architecture, serene prayer halls, fluttering prayer flags, and the gentle rhythm of monastic life….
Planning a hill‑station getaway but can’t decide between Shimla and Manali? Both are among Himachal Pradesh’s most visited destinations — yet each offers a different vibe, experience, and budget. Let’s compare them across weather, travel, attractions, stay and cost to help you choose the best for 2025. Whether you say “Manali or Shimla” or ponder “which…
Tucked high in the Himalayas, the Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh is often called the “Cold Desert of Himachal” — an arid, rugged terrain of vast skies, remote villages, and timeless monasteries. In 2025, it’s trending among travellers seeking off‑beat, high‑altitude adventures beyond the usual hill‑station circuit. Whether you’re drawn by snow‑capped passes, starlit campsites,…
Tani Jubbar Lake is one of those Himalayan hideaways that feels tailor-made for slow travel. Set a few kilometers off the main Shimla–Narkanda road, this small, sacred, oval-shaped lake rests at approximately 2,500 meters (8,200+ ft), enveloping you in the hush of deodar (cedar) and pine forests. The water often mirrors a ring of conifers…
If your mountain goals include a soul-soothing day hike, big-screen views, and just enough altitude to feel the Himalayan thrill—without committing to a multi-day expedition—Hatu Peak Trek Narkanda, Himachal Pradesh, fits like a glove. Rising above the orchard town of Narkanda in the Shimla district, Hatu Peak (≈3,400 m/11,000 ft) is the area’s highest point…
Tucked into the folds of Kumaon’s lower Himalaya, Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary is the kind of place where pine-scented breezes mingle with birdsong and long views…
Few fixtures light up Indian winters like India vs South Africa in T20Is—and this year, the rivalry reaches the mountains. The third T20I of the…
The Brahmatal Trek is one of India’s best winter treks, known for its snow-covered trails, frozen lakes, and stunning Himalayan views of Trishul and Nanda…
The Har Ki Dun trek is a classic Himalayan valley walk in Uttarakhand’s Govind Pashu Vihar National Park, famed for old wooden villages, terraced fields,…
The Nag Tibba Trek is among the easiest and most popular weekend treks near Delhi–Dehradun. Starting at Pantwari in Uttarakhand, it features soothing forest trails,…
If you’re planning Char Dham, sooner or later your compass points to Badrinath. The temple sits in a tight Himalayan bowl along the Alaknanda, fronted…
