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Road to Munsiyari: Adventure, Serenity, and Endless Views

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Munsiyari Chronicles: A 5-Day Himalayan Road Trip into the Wild Total Distance Covered: 1335 km | Days: 5 | Destination: Munsiyari, Uttarakhand Some journeys are not just trips—they’re a test of endurance, a celebration of nature, and a reminder of how small we are against the grandeur of the mountains. Our five-day road trip to Munsiyari was exactly that. Tucked away in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, Munsiyari is often dubbed the gateway to the Himalayan inner ranges—and it truly lives up to its reputation. Day 1: Delhi to Lohaghat – A Spiritual Start (486 km) We left Delhi early, buzzing with anticipation. After hours on the road, we crossed into Mahendranagar, Nepal, to visit the Siddhnath Temple—a peaceful, lesser-known shrine that gave our trip a soulful beginning. By evening, we reached Lohaghat, where we relaxed by the beautiful Lohaghat Lake. Surrounded by dense forests and soft hill silhouettes, the lake offered boating till 6 PM—perfect for unwinding after the ...

"Andaman: Where the Sea meets the Soul"

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Located around 1,200 kilometers east of the Indian mainland, Andaman Islands, situated in the Bay of Bengal, offer a picturesque retreat for travelers looking for a tropical paradise. I recently had a 7 days trip to Andaman, it was one of the most exciting and scenic journey so far. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands consist of over 500 islands, with only a few being habited, while few islands i.e. North Sentinel Island are still a home for indigenous tribe. Andaman’s are known for their Marine life, Coral reefs, Tropical rainforest and picturesque views. Here are some important tips while planning: Planned Itinerary: Unlike other destinations, Go with the flow might not work here due to limited connectivity among the islands. Moreover, advance booking will also help you to save a lot of money and last minute hustle. You may choose to buy a package else you need to plan advance booking for 1) Flight tickets, 2) Hotel bookings, 3) Ferry bookings, 4) Activities i.e. Island visit...

Bhutan – The Land of Thunder

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Bhutan – The Land of Thunder You all must have heard about magical door during the childhood stories. I was finally able to find that door during April month of year 2024 after travelling to multiple destinations. I am talking about the Indo-Bhutan border gate located in Jaygaon town of West Bengal state, which connects with Phuentsholing city in Bhutan, while this Indian town is full of mob and chaotic streets wherein the landscape gets completely changed post crossing the door; the clean streets, less population, less pollution, respect for pedestrians and so on. Bhutan- A small landlocked country, with approximate population of 8 lakh people is the only net zero emission country in the world. Bhutan doesn’t promote mass tourism in order to prevent its culture and tradition. This high end tourism destination country collect USD $100 per night stay in the form of SDF (sustainable development fees) from each foreigner while Indians just have to pay INR 1200 per night per person, du...