Whenever a cow gives birth to a calf, the first ghee made from the cow’s milk will be saved for worship. In Indian families, the first milk from a cow is considered auspicious. I was blessed to be born into a family where cows are still part of the culture. This is a ritual that […]

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On the way to Chandigarh from Shimla with my family, my father decided to visit the Bhuira Jams factory, located at Rajgarh in the district of Sirmour in Himachal Pradesh. Rajgarh is known as the peach bowl of Asia. About 6,000 metric tonnes of peach fruit are grown here spread over a 3026.29-hectare area. From […]

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Life is peaceful within the lap of the Himalayas. Who would not like to own a life in the mountains? Fortunately, I was born in the village of Karsog in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh. The geographical location of Karsog Valley is picturesque with the Pir Panjal Himalayan range in view. With mountains on […]

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Himachal Pradesh is one of the most beautiful, serene, aesthetic, and travel-friendly states. The famous hill stations of the state such as Manali, Dharamshala, and Shimla bustle with tourists throughout the year. With the growing influx of tourism, these places have become overcrowded and offbeat destinations have emerged. These destinations offer you a chance to […]

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We know Himachal for its lovely landscapes, its snow-covered mountains, its red apples, and its wood and stone architecture. We visit Himachal for the fresh air, its cold desert, and its adventure sports. What do you bring back with you from this Dev bhumi – this divine land? I think good health and loads of […]

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Surrounded by tall Deodar trees, a narrow walkway takes you to the Hidimba Devi temple in Manali. Temple kind of merges with its dull-colored surroundings and yet stands out courtesy of its elaborate roofs with a metal canopy on top. Hidimba Devi is the presiding goddess of Manali, an area that is home to many […]

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Himachal Pradesh has a lot to offer to travelers. It is one of the tourist-friendly states in India. Known as Devbhoomi or The Land of Gods, it is famous for its temples and shrines. The state is blessed with the Dhuladhar Mountain Range and the Himalayan Mountain Range which play host to travelers seeking a […]

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Long Himachal & Spiti Valley Road Trip is the only way you can admire the beauty of the valleys of this Himalayan state of India. There is no other mode of transport you can take to the most treacherous road on earth. You have to take the narrow roads carved out of the sometimes sturdy […]

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Kunzum Pass was always a distant dream. When we set out on a Kinnaur, Lahaul, Spiti Trip, we knew it would be the high point of this trip – literally & metaphorically. We had heard tales of this pass opening only for a few months every year. I almost idolized the people who have walked […]

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On my Himachal Odyssey last year, we reached Kaza after the Himalayan villages of Nako, Tabo & Dhankar. We meandered on the rough roads at a slow pace, driving along the rivers. Going over the small metallic bridges was like going from one world to another, By the time, we reached the town, we were […]

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