What is the best time to visit Varsey Rhododendron
The Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary or Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary is situated in the Singalila range in western part of the Indian state of Sikkim. It forms a natural border with Nepal in the west. The sanctuary also borders West Bengal in the south by the Rambong Khola stream. It spreads across 104 km 2 across the […]
What is Turtuk famous for ?
The last accessible village in the Shayok Valley, 80 km uphill from Hunder, lies Turtuk, one of the youngest regions in Indian history. Originally a Pakistani village, it became a part of India after the 1971 Bangladesh war, when Major Chewang Rinchen of the Ladakh scouts captured four out of the fourteen villages of the […]
Tso Moriri – Flora and Fauna
Situated at an altitude of 4,552 meters and spreading over an area of 19 km, the majestic Tso Moriri is the largest high-altitude Trans-Himalayan lake, situated in the scenic Rushpu valley─ a part of the larger Changthang Cold Desert Sanctuary, a vast expanse of land southeast of Leh, that is home to the three gorgeous lakes […]
Where is Tso Moriri located?
The largest high-altitude Trans-Himalayan lake (of the three great lakes of the Ladakh region), Tso Moriri is situated in the Rushpu valley, lying southeast of Leh within Ladakh’s Changthang Cold Desert Sanctuary, which covers an area of 4,000 sq km, at altitudes between 14,000 to 19,000 ft. This Sanctuary is situated in the western region […]
Trek Story Of Har Ki Dun
Who willingly gives up their time and precious energy to go climbing up a mountain’s incline, go un-showered for days and be devoid of their precious mobile network, all the while alongside strangers? But then again, who would be crazy not to do just that if it puts a bigger smile on your face than […]
What are the treks in and around Sikkim?
1) Goecha La – This trek takes around 7-8 days to complete and starts and ends at Yuksom, passing through Baktim, Phedong, Dzongri, Samiti Lake and Thangsing. The best time to do this trek is in the month of May. The maximum altitude during this trek is 1770 m. 2) Dzongri – The Dzongri trek […]
What are the Treks in and around Manali?
Manali is a popular tourist destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers. There are many trails in and around Manali which are popular for trekking. 1) MALANA VILLAGE TREK-The village of Malana has many theories related to its origin, ranging from being created by the remnants of Alexander the Great’s army, to another theory involving Emperor […]
Treks around the Lahaul and Spiti Valley
Travel through the breath-taking valleys of the Himalayas and be mesmerized by its magnificent landscapes. On each trek, you can see the angel white-peaks, deep-blue lakes, and remote village life. The best time for trekking in Lahaul valley is between July and October, this is when the climate and land conditions make it trekking an […]
Trekking routes in and around Mandi
There are many treks that are in and around Mandi that attract many adventure junkies like:1.Lohardi (Chhota Bhangal) – Dena Sar (Chuhar) return via Lohardi or Thalatu Khod (Chuhar)(50 km, 3 days ) 2. Thaltu Khod – Denasar – Lohardi (50 km, 3 days) 3. Tinnu Nallah-Kadaun (Kullu) via Sudhar – Silh Badhani – Burang Narayan […]
How can I travel locally in Sikkim?
It is not difficult to get around the state of Sikkim, even if you do not see the black-and-yellow taxis that are more common in large cities. If you plan to visit the state, set aside any concerns about local transport. Across Sikkim, you can hire cars or taxis of various types, ranging from luxury […]