I'm living in a valley surrounded by the lofty mountains. A tiny streams cuts these giants cradling the world around it by its constant gurgling. The stream is sluggish these days. The shadows of winter have crept into the its soul. It meanders slowly in introspection and retrospection. It no longer caresses the shore, no … Continue reading The Valley
To The One I Love When the last sunset calls my name, I will stay in the sky for you to gaze Stay there long so you don't chaze My identity that's gonna be erased. The days over, the journey comes to an end My broken heart I shall continue to lend. All the rebukes … Continue reading The Last Sunset
There can not be anything more special than a hand written letter sent from the highest post office of the world. I'm in Spiti: The Land of Lamas and I have reached Hikkim. Hikkim has the highest post office in the world. I sent three post cards and bought a number of post cards and got it … Continue reading Hikkim : World’s Highest Post Office
After spending a day in Nako : Land of Tranquil Waters I have started with Spiti : The Journey and I'm headed towards the capital Kaza. Spiti is known as the land of lamas. Lama in Buddhism refers to the spiritual teacher or guru. I will take you to all the monasteries that come on my way … Continue reading Spiti: The Land of Lamas
Listen to the quiet, let it converse with your soul, let it make you whole. After spending a day in Nako : Land of Tranquil Waters I have entered Spiti. The journey is so beautiful that I have lost sight of the destination. Spiti is a cold desert located in Himachal Pradesh, India. There are sparse patches … Continue reading Spiti : The Journey
Nako is a small village located in the beautiful Hangrang Valley of Kinnaur. Located at an elevation of 3625 metres, the village is close to the Indo Tibetan border. Most telecom services fail to provide service at such height. Spending your day without phone is a blessing in disguise. Located in the middle of the … Continue reading Nako : Land of Tranquil Waters
After staying at Sangla Valley : Seringche Village and visiting Chitkul : India’s last village , I'm headed towards Nako. My driver halts at Khab, a confluence of Satluj and Spiti rivers. Satluj after originating from Mansarovar lake in Tibet enters India through the Shipki la pass. Satluj's journey is brightened after meeting the beautiful Spiti river. … Continue reading Khab : Friends Reunited
Chitkul, better known as India's last village sits in the picturesque Sangla valley. I'm staying in Sangla Valley : Seringche Village and Chitkul is very close from here. Beyond this village lies China. You need the district commissioner's permission if you wish to see the Indo Chinese border. Unlike other villages of Sangla where nature is … Continue reading Chitkul : India’s last village
Sangla Valley better known as Baspa Valley is located in the Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India. The Baspa river is the soul of these mountains which keeps it awake by its continuous burbling ; a continuous soothing song. Its like a lullaby in the evening and a warm hug in the cold morning. Unlike other … Continue reading Sangla Valley : Seringche Village
Hi Readers, I hope you all are fine. Last week I took a road trip to Kinnaur and Lahaul Spiti. These are two tribal districts in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It is autumn, a season of abundance and Kinnaur is a treasure trove of apples. It produces one of the best apples in … Continue reading After Apple Picking
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