Known the world over as the land of passes, Ladakh has several legends and myths weaved around it. The land of magnanimous landscape and vast expanse of mountains and rugged terrains Ladakh has serenity spread in its every corner. The people and culture of this place speaks of its history and uniqueness. Ladakh has also [...]
Published on: 7th September, 2009
Kulanthapitha – literally meaning ‘the end of habitat world‘ – was a pretty hill station in the state of Himachal Pradesh. Sitting comfortably in the last snow ranges of the Himalayas, it was ideally located on the banks of River Beas. With due course of time, people realized the importance of its scenic beauty. It [...]
Published on: 19th June, 2009
Dalhousie is a quiet town, with a sense of enchantment. This hill station spreads over five low-level hills at the western edge of the Dhauladhar range, just east of the Ravi River. The picturesque town is interspersed with the colonial-era buildings, low roofed stalls and hotels. The pine-covered slopes around it are intersected with paths [...]
Published on: 19th June, 2009
Almora is located on a ridge at the southern edge of the Kumaon Hills of the Himalaya range. In the shape of a horse saddle shaped hillock, it is surrounded by thick forests of pine and fir trees, flowing alongside the city are rivers of Koshi(Kaushiki) and Suyal(salmale). The snow capped Himalayas can be seen [...]