Serolsar Lake Trek: A Quick Detour from Jalori Pass
A trek to Serolsar Lake (Also spelled Seruvalsar or Sirol Sar) from Jalori Pass. A quick hike to the temple of Budhi Nagin.
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Himachal Pradesh
Bashleo Pass Trek: Towards Summer Snow
Trek to Bashleo Pass, a low altitude pass at 3300 mts located in the ecozone of the Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP), connecting Bathad and Kullu Sarahan.
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Chehni Kothi: The Two Towers
Chehni Kothi, Cheni Kothi or Chaini Kothi is a small village near Jibhi, known for a medieval fort-like structure one can reach with a short trek. Although it is called a fort, to me they looked more like a tower.
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Triund Trek: All You Need to Know
In order to overcome the socialist guilt of excessive consumption at McLeod Ganj, I decided to undertake the Triund Trek the next day.
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Shungchul Mahadev of Shangarh: Celestial Meadows, Resurrected Citadel
The lush green alpine meadows of Shangarh village in Sainj Valley of the Great Himalayan Park ecozone is a sight to behold along with the Shangchul Mahadev Temple.
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15 Offbeat Himachal Destinations No One Told You About
This list is NOT about Malana, Chitkul, or Spiti. These are genuinely offbeat destinations in Himachal Pradesh such as Pangi valley, Lahaul, Gada Gushaini, Pabbar Valley, Sainj Valley, Janjehli, Karsog, Miyar, Sirmaur and many more.
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Mandi District: A Delight for All Seasons
Mandi is generally bypassed by most travellers in Himachal en route to more touristy Kullu-Manali. But the Mandi town & district has many hidden gems.
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Malana Trek: A Democratic “High”
Trek to the Malana Village near Parvati valley known for its secluded culture and ancient democratic traditions. Trek routes from Kasol, taxi rates & other info.
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Kheerganga Trek: Expected More!
Kheerganga Trek has become too popular of late, mainly due to the popularity of Kasol as a hippie joint. Here is a guide for all you need to know for the trek.
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Barot Valley: Travelogue & Travel Guide
Barot is a secluded valley watered by the rivers Uhl and Lamba Dug, at an altitude of 1800 meters. This area is also called Chauhar or Chuhar Valley. It is located on the border of Kangra and Mandi districts. The area beyond Barot is Chota Bhangal, followed by remote Bara Bhangal.
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Dhankar Monastery: An Unexpected Hike
To reach Dhankar on public transport, catch the Kaza to Peo bus at around 7.30 AM and reach Sichling in an hour. If coming from Tabo, look for Sumdo-Kaza bus, which reaches Tabo at around 9.30-10 AM. That should also leave you at Sichling in an hour. From Sichling, hitchhike or just hike for 8 KMs to Dhankar.
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Nako: Languid Walks, Looming Reflections
Nako is located on the Hindustan Tibet Highway, somewhere in the middle point between Reckong Peo (Kinnaur) and Kaza (Spiti). There are two buses daily plying from Peo to Nako and beyond. You can also catch a Peo bound bus from Kaza to reach Nako if you are coming from Manali side.
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