May 2018 – The Travelling Slacker

Delirious Someshwar … (& Dour Kausani)

2018/05/30 Jitaditya Narzary 1 Comment

Someshwar is primarily fed by two rivers, Kosi and Sai. It is only 10-12 KMs from Kausani, which is a more famous tourist spot. You can reach here by any Kausani or Bageshwar bound bus from Almora.

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Miyar Valley Trek: Infinite Plains, Infinite Escapades

2018/05/302018/07/25 Jitaditya Narzary 31 Comments Keylong, Khanjar, Lahaul, Miyar Nala, Miyar Valley Trek, Shukto, Udaipir

Carpet of wild flowers, meeting with Gaddis, fall on the river… Trek to Miyar Valley was full of incidents.

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Kheerganga Tourist Ban: What does it mean?

2018/05/27 Jitaditya Narzary 11 Comments Kalga, Kasol, Kheerganga Ban, Kheerganga Trek, Parvati valley, Pulga, tosh

All tents, huts, and cafes have been removed from Kheerganga as per court orders. Trekkers can still go to Kheerganga. But the comforts of readymade beds and food won’t be waiting for you up there. Using Kalga as the base is the best alternative.

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Exploring the Pristine Waterfalls of Coorg

2018/05/24 Jitaditya Narzary 0 Comments Coorg, Waterfalls

Amongst the numerous places to visit in Coorg, you simply cannot miss the opportunity to explore some of its most astounding waterfalls set amid nature’s splendour. This list of waterfalls in Coorg includes the Chelavara Falls, Abbey Falls, Iruppu Falls and Mallali Falls.

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Tirthan Valley: Gushaini Travel & Trekking Guide

2018/05/222018/05/22 Jitaditya Narzary 20 Comments Batahad, GHNP, Great Himalayan National Park, Gushaini, Phalachan Valley, Tirthan Valley

Tirthan Valley centred around Gushaini is a part of the Great Himalayan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh. Many short and long treks can be done through the valley. Angling, ecotourism, and cultural escapades in the villages are other attractions. Jibhi and Jalori Pass are nearby attractions.

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Kaza: One for the Underdog

2018/05/172018/05/18 Jitaditya Narzary 17 Comments Himachal Pradesh, Hotels in Kaza, How to Reach Kaza, Kaza, Kaza Bus Timings, Kaza Monastery, Kaza Seabuckthorn, Kaza Temperature, Spiti

All you need to know about Kaza, Spiti, including the geography of the town, bus timings from Shimla, Peo, and Manali, homestays, hotels, and hostels, what to see, and what to buy from one of the remotest towns in Himachal Pradesh.

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Four Tips for Renting an RV Before Your Vacation in Oregon

2018/05/15 TheHipmunk 0 Comments RV

While you’re considering the different kinds of RVs in Oregon, you should also consider your budget. You may want to travel in style inside a class A motorhome, but at over $200 and $300 a night, it may not be an economical choice.

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Nahan and Haripurdhar: A confusing week through Sirmaur

2018/05/142018/05/20 Jitaditya Narzary 10 Comments Churdhar, Haripurdhar, Nahan, Nohradhar, Renuka Lake, Renukaji, Sirmaur

The Sirmaur district was a princely state called Sirmur, also called Nahan State after the capital of Nahan, one of the bigger towns in Himachal. Nahan is 40 KMs away from Renuka Lake, the largest lake in Himachal named after Renukaji, mother of Parashuram. Haripurdhar, the highest town in Sirmaur at 2700 metres, is 60 Kms further from Renukaji.

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Where to Go for Shopping In Wayanad during Family Vacation

2018/05/102018/05/10 TheHipmunk 0 Comments

Just like any other hill station, Wayanad, too, has unique products on offer to families that love to shop! This is why this destination is popular even for its shopping, in addition to its scenic beauty and wildlife.

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Valley Of Flowers & Hemkund Sahib: Travel Guide Under INR 3000

2018/05/052018/05/09 Jitaditya Narzary 36 Comments "Chamoli", "hemkund sahib", "Uttarakhand", "valley of flowers", Garhwal, Himalaya, Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve, Trekking, UNESCO Heritage Site

The usual Valley of Flowers route is Haridwar-Rishikesh-Rudraprayag-Chamoli-Joshimath-Govindghat and then trek to Ghangaria where you stay the night. The next day trek to VoF & come back. Hemkund Sahib is another route from Ghangaria and will take another day. Budget travellers can do it for INR 3000-4000 from Delhi.