Nainsukh: Art Imitating Art
The film Nainsukh is based on the life and works of the eponymous painter, a master of Pahari paintings, which is an integral part of the Himalayan cultural heritage.
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Chamba: Serenading Iravati
Chamba is situated in the banks of River Ravi. Ancient Vedic texts call it “Iravati”, which of course is much more feminine and alluring. There are many medieval temples and palaces here while the museum has an exquisite collection of Pahari miniatures.
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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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Pithoragarh: The Rite of Spring
Pithoragarh is directly connected to Delhi with overnight buses from Anand Vihar ISBT (NOT Kashmere Gate ISBT). The nearest train stations to Pithoragarh are Haldwani-Kathgodam (Ranikhet Express from Delhi) and Tanakpur (No direct trains from Delhi). From Kathgodam you can get buses or shared cars via Almora to Pithoragarh (200 KMs) and from Tanakpur via Champawat to Pithoragarh (150 KMs).
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Kangra Travel Guide Beyond Dharamshala
Kangra District in Himachal Pradesh has a lot to see beyond McLeodganj and Dharamshala. From Bir-Billing to Indrahara and from Masroor to Barot, here is a short guide.
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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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A Complete Travel Guide to Himachal Pradesh
This blog is a complete primer for travelling in Himachal Pradesh. Natural Himalayan allure, good tourism infra, & tourist-friendly locals make it the ultimate long-term backpacking destination in India.
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Deori & Manyashi: Unexpected Village Hikes in Sainj Valley
Deori or Dehuri or Deohari is one of the major villages deep inside in Sainj Valley. It can act as a gateway to Pundrik Lake as well as numerous other villages higher up.
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Pundrik Rishi Lake, Sainj: Trek from Jhili to Upper Neahi
Pundrik Rishi Lake is a sacred lake deep inside the Sainj Valley in the Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP) near Upper Neahi Village. It takes a short hike to reach it.
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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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Dodra-Kwar: Beyond the Chanshal
Dodra & Kwar are two of the remotest villages in Himachal, connected via road only a few years ago. You need to reach Rohru and then cross the Chanshal Pass to reach them.
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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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