Hill Stations in INDIA

Near Thames River, Richmond

2010-10-31T15:43:00.000-07:00

Pictures shot at Thames river, Richmond

Richmond Park

2010-10-31T15:24:00.000-07:00

After a long time, i am posting some pictures on my blog. These are not related to this blog as it is created to publish pictures and content about the Hills stations in India. I relocated to London and living here for the past 3 months I thought of not creating a separate blog to post pictures shot in london. I am using this platform to share the pictures.

Richmond Park

Few More

2009-01-24T11:45:00.000-08:00

Some more from the Ooty Wax World

2009-01-24T11:40:00.000-08:00

Veerappan in Oooty

2009-01-24T11:36:00.000-08:00

Veerappan's wax figure in Oooty's Wax World Museum

Manali Photo Series Contd

2008-06-01T10:55:00.000-07:00

Snow Covered Car

Rohtang Pass Road Blockage

Out Skirts of Manali

Delhi to Manali Bus

Manali Photo Series Part 1

2008-05-31T03:15:00.002-07:00

Wanted to start the photo series on Manali & Here it is!
Posting some of the cool snaps captured by Experienced & Ametuer Photographers on the beautiful Hill Station "Manali"
Thanks to all the Photographers & i will mention the credits to them here on my Blog.
Some of the snaps i got today।

Manali Leh Road

Rohtang Pass

A House in Manali Village

Manali Woman

Manali Manu Temple

Complete facelift to Kodaikanal

2008-01-23T21:50:00.000-08:00

As i am planning to Visit 'Ooty' and 'Kodaikanal', my focus will be on these 2 hill stations.Here are some of the latest news on Kodaikanal.
Kodaikanal to have more attractions from this year
Facilities at Bryant Park, Coaker’s Walk to be enhanced
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A musical fountain at a cost of Rs.40 lakh planned
Tourists could take a stroll at Coaker’s Walk even after 6 p.m.
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Kodaikanal: Tourists visiting Kodaikanal this year will have more attractions and better facilities at all tourist spots as the district administration gears up for several modernisation works to give complete facelift to it.

A new look is being given to Bryant Park, facilities enhanced at Coaker’s Walk and new children’s park created at VGP lay out.

A pond at Bryant Park is completely desilted. Tender is finalised for installing a musical fountain at a cost of Rs.40 lakh. The work will commence shortly. Planting of new flower plants that will blossom in April is over. Glasshouse is also fully renovated. A new children’s park is created and an ultra modern toilet is constructed for the convenience of tourists in the park.

To maintain electricity supply, the TNEB will install three transformers – one exclusively for Bryant Park and two for supplying power to street lights around Kodaikanal Lake.

Children’s park
Another children’s park is being constructed at VGP lay out. The park will also have a water fountain and landscape at a cost of Rs.46 lakh.

A complete facelift is being provided to Coaker’s Walk. Walking space is being widened and fencing strengthened.

With installation of streetlights at a cost of Rs.25 lakh, now, tourists could stroll at Coaker’s Walk even after 6 p.m.

Inspecting various developmental activities on the hill on Saturday, Collector R. Vasuki said that most of the work was over and the rest would be finished before April.

A blanket ban on lifting water from Kodaikanal Lake would be imposed.

To offer protected drinking water to hotels and residents of Moonjikkal, three bore wells were sunk at a cost of Rs.35 lakh on marshy land. Seventy per cent of construction of ultra modern tollgate near Silver Cascade was over, she added.

Clean environment
Top priority has been given for clean environment. A compost yard will be set up at an estimated cost of Rs.60 lakh for safe disposal of wastes.

Plastic wastes generated on the hill will be used for laying plastic roads. Safe disposal of bio and non-biodegradable wastes will be introduced as trial basis in ward 22.

“With a new face, Kodaikanal will be ready to receive tourists in April.”

Source:The Hindu

Atlast got some free time!

2008-01-23T21:29:00.000-08:00

Hey,
Really tired & bored of the routine work since couple of months. Atlast got some free time to enjoy, to blog, to be happy.
It's been long time to log in to post.
nothing to update as i have not visited any place.
Got to know that the 'Hill stations are crowded with tourists' & with full of snow.
I am in Chennai now & the Hill stations i m planning to see are 'Ooty' & 'Kodaikanal'. Heard so much about the places before & have searched for train tickets to go.
Below is the result.(No tickets available for this weekend & also the next weekend)
2671 NILAGIRI EXP 01-02-2008 CHENNAI CENTRAL METUPALAIYAM GENERAL

S.No. Date (DD-MM-YYYY) Class - SL Class -3A
1 1- 2-2008 WL 176/WL 103 WL 16/WL 5

Decided to try after some days.
'Nilgiri' express is the only train which will go up to 'Metupalayam' from chennai. otherwise you need to catch a train from 'chennai' to 'coimbatore' & then 'coimbatore' to 'metupalayam'.

Will post with the latest news/updates on the Indian Hill Stations.

2007-10-27T13:56:00.000-07:00

View from my Kodambakkam room!

2007-09-25T14:44:00.000-07:00

Kodaikanal River

2007-08-09T02:47:00.000-07:00

Kodaikanal hill station view

2007-08-09T02:32:00.000-07:00

Kodaikanal-Saw the below snap in TrekEarth & wanted to post it here.

Honeymoon in Hill Stations

2007-08-08T10:55:00.000-07:00

Couple of days back i got the idea of giving some details about the Honeymoon packages in Hill Stations.
Ha, i got married in May & till now i have not planning for any honeymoon trip, Actually i was little bit busy about my relocation from Delhi.
So busy in searching for jobs & not bothered about updating the blog.
I decided to stay here in Delhi for at least 6 more months(Actually i want to spent the winter here) & want to visit Manali again, ha you know why!

So for myself & for you guys i have done some search & below are the results, Hill Station wise.

Manali Honeymoon Packages:
Caravan Travel Talk
@ Holiday Onn
5 Star +
03 nights 04 days
15999/-

@Span Resort
03 nights 04 days
15999/-

@Ambassador Resort
4 Star Luxury
03 nights 04 days
16499/-

@The Orchard Green
4 Star Luxury
03 nights 04 days
9999/-

@River Country Resort
03 nights 04 days
14499/-

@Manali Inn
03 nights 04 days
14999/-

@Honeymoon Inn
3 Star
03 nights 04 days
7490/-

@Sitara International
3 Star
03 nights 04 days
6999/-
& here are some of the other resorts in Manali
1. Apple Country Resorts
2.Himachal Pradesh India
3. Snow Valley Resorts
4. Ashex Tourism

Honeymoon in Munnar:
Munnar Guide

1. Discover Lakeview - AP - Rs.18111/-

3 nights - 4 days is Rs.18111/- AP

2. Monsoon Lakeview - AP - Rs.12,999

3 nights - 4 days

3. New Year Lakeview - AP - Rs.24,999

3 nights 4 days

HineyMoon in India
Travels Kerala

Honeymoon in Ooty:
Below are the few sites which are helpful
India Tour Online
Journey Mart
Ooty Cottage
Pick your Trip
South India Tours Hub
Kerala Honeymoon

Khurpatal Continued

2007-07-16T11:39:00.000-07:00

"Dynamic Resort", Khurpatal-Snap taken from a Tourist bus.

A small temple near by the Resort.

Statue of Shiva @ the Resort entrance.

Resort in Khurpatal, Nainital

2007-07-16T11:06:00.000-07:00

I always wanted to updated with this resort details in the blog.
I have stayed in this resort "Dynamic Resorts" in khurpatal, 10 kms from Nainital on Kaladungi Road, Nainital.
Any one who are planning to Nainital jus have a look @ the below pictures.
You can find more information from the Dynasty Resorts website also.
For Accomodation & Tariff, click here.
If you are a budget traveller, forget this.

I went to Khurpatal in september 2006 & stayed for couple of days in the resort.
The hospitality was good & also the food.
I enjoyed a lot in the two days trekking near by hills & the fun thing was i did it on rainy days.
It was absolute beauty on a rainy day.

As the resort website says "The house of Enchanting memories". Infact it is

-Sridhar Varma

Who is under the shelter?

2007-07-15T11:52:00.000-07:00

This was the snap i clicked right from my room.
It was raining & some guys are hiding under the sheet, no where to go!
I was jus waiting to take a snap of the guys,but unable to do & this is what i got.

Rain and Power Cuts

2007-07-15T11:45:00.000-07:00

It rained heavily today evening, but jus for an hour.Rain brings power cuts to Noida.
Either heavy winds or fallen trees was the obvious reason, Since so many days i am facing the same issue-Power cut.
I dont know when & why the power goes, even if it come, it comes with a low voltage.
Summers suck in Noida.
Thank god i am leaving this place by this month end.

Road to Ladakh via Rohtang pass opens

2007-07-12T05:55:00.000-07:00

It was in last year september i went to manali. Rohtang pass which was nearly 51 kms from manali was a beautiful place covered with snow & sorrounded with
mountains.i am not able to see the place but get some time to play with snow. we halted/stopped nearly 11 km to rohtang pass as the area was completely
covered with snow & was very difficult for drivers of tourist vehicles.
that was the only reason gaurds doesn't allow you to pass through the gates.

"Traffic resumed on the second highest motorable road in the world after Border Roads Organization (BRO) cleared the snow from a highly
treacherous road connecting Ladakh with the rest of the country."

The road linking Manali and Leh towns is closed for over six months every year,
as high mountain passes are cut off with heavy winter snow.

The rugged 470-kilometer road passes through the 5,360 meters high Tanglang La pass and the Rohtang Pass is,
however, the biggest hurdle on the long-winding road.

The BRO used snow cutters and heavy machinery to clear the road, which also serves as a strategic route for the army to reach the mountainous town of Leh.

The weather changes unpredictably, and temperatures dip to as low as minus 40 degrees Celsius making working in the region harsh and the sun is
extremely bright.

The only other vital road link to Leh, from Srinagar city in Jammu and Kashmir via Kargil town, was opened by BRO a fortnight ago.

The BRO, established as an arm of the Indian army, is responsible for construction and maintenance of vital border highways across the
entire Himalayan range.

The BRO has also undertaken fencing stretches of India's porous borders with Bangladesh.

Just a shot from a Moving Train

2007-07-02T12:58:00.000-07:00

I have taken this snap when i was travelling from Kolkata to Varanasi.
I am trying to get the expressions of the lady, but unfortunately could'nt do that & finally got the below angle.
Thats why i mentioned "Just a shot from a moving train" as i didn't get any thing else to name this pic.
And also i thought of doing photoshop to crop that window rods, but decided to post the original.

Dell Inspiron 640 M- My latest Love

2007-05-23T00:05:00.000-07:00

My new "Dell Inspiron 640 M" join hands with other gadjets like Sony Handycam & Sony Digicam in my home.
Now the stage is set, i am now ready to transfer video & image files with in seconds.
Not posting since April month end i think.
There is a news!!!
I got married on May 10th & the reason for being busy for these days.
Photos will come soon, till then i am posting a snap of mine.
Got some free time today & here i am.
Wanna share my notebook snaps, so here we go ......

Nelliyampathy Hill station, Kerala

2007-04-19T03:06:00.000-07:00

Nelliyampathy is 75 km from Palakkad. By Road it takes 2.30hrs
The ranges here consist of a chain of ridges cut offf from one another by valleys. The highest peak is Nellikota. The forest contains teak of extraordinary height and girth. Estates of tea, coffee, orange and cardamom dot the ranges. Located at a distance of 52 kms from Palakkad, the cool hills of Nelliampathy, nestling atop the Western Ghats, offer a breathtaking view of the misty mountains and enchanting valleys interspersed with sprawling tea, coffee, cardamom and orange plantations.

The bracing climate and green magic of nature enhance the exhilarating experience. For a vantage view of the spectacle, one must visit Seethakundu, where a 100m high waterfall provides an added attraction. It offers a fantastic view of the valley below a wide-angled vision of one-third of the entire Palakkad area. A forest range 75 kms from Palakkad, the Nelliyampathy hills comprise a chain of ridges cut off from one another by valleys of dense evergreen forests and orange plantations.

The height of the hills ranges from 467 metres to the tallest peak Padagiri looming at 1572 metres. Nelliyampathy has immense trekking potential. The community hall at Kaikatty provides a good camping ground for the trekkers.

Accessing Nelliyampathy from Palakkad is a sensation on its own, as one has to negotiate over a dozen hairpin curves on the Ghat Road, passing through the fascinating jungles of the Sahya Ranges. En route, 17 kms from Palakkad, the shimmering Pothundi Reservoir and its manicured surroundings make for the ideal stop over.

Wagamon-Luxury Hill station, Kerala

2007-04-19T03:02:00.000-07:00

The Wagamon hills located at a height of 1,100 meters above the sea level and situated at a distance of 64 kilometers from Kottayam in Kerala, South India is a very popular Kerala hill tour destination in Kerala, South India.

Wagamon hills in Kerala, South India are dotted with delightfully attractive meadows, tropical forests, waterfalls and valleys. Stretches of tea plantations on the Wagamon hills are a common sight. The splendid rock formations on the Wagamon hills located at Thangal Para are definitely worth paying a visit to during your Kerala hill tours to the Wagamon hills in Kerala, South India. Besides these picturesque rock formations you could also go on tours to the Kurisumala Ashram located on the Wagamon hills in Kerala, South India.

Wagamon hills in Kerala, South India offer adventure enthusiasts and nature lovers endless opportunities for pure fun filled and pleasure tours. The exotic appeal of the Wagamon hills in Kerala, South India lies in the exquisite natural beauty of this region, the natural trekking trails that pass through the wooded area on the Wagamon hills in Kerala, South India.

Lakkidi Hill Station, Kerala

2007-04-19T02:57:00.000-07:00

Lakkidi, the gateway of Wayanad, is situated 700 m above mean sea level, at the crest of the Thamaraserri ghat pass. Lofty peaks, gurgling streams and luxuriant forests add magic to the journey up the winding roads to this hill station. Lakkidi is one of the highest locations in Wayanad, and registers the second highest degree of rainfall in the world.

Killikkurissimangalam in Lakkidi is the birthplace of Kunjan Nambiar, Kerala's famous satirist poet, who is regarded as the progenitor of Ottanthullal, the traditional solo dance narration.

His songs combine satirical barbs with rib tickling laughter. Some of the famous lines are still quoted to lampoon contemporary social injustices. The poet's house is preserved as a monument by the Government of Kerala.

Unique Travel Attractions of Lakkidi
Pokkot Lake
Pookot Lake, a natural fresh water lake surrounded by evergreen forests and rolling hills is located 3 kms from south of Vythiri town. Pookot Lake is undoubtedly the most beautiful tourist spot in the whole of Wayanad. The lake nestles in the lap of mountains surrounding it.Boating in the Pookot Lake is a memorable experience. Tall trees and dense forests that line along the pathway around the lake provide a visual treat. A freshwater acquarium with a large variety of fish is an added attraction.

Eddakal Caves
Situated on Ambukuthi Hills, Edakkal caves are 10 kilometers from Sultanbathery, in Wayanad district. Formed by a large split in a huge rock, the two natural rock formations represent the world's richest pictographic gallery of its kind.

The two caves located at a height of 1000m on Ambukutty Mala near Ambalavayal can be accessed only by a 1 km trek trail from Edakkal. Edakkal literally means 'a stone in between'. Edakkal rock engravings stand out distinct among the magnitude of prehistoric visual archives of paintings and graphic signs all over the world.

Chethalayam Waterfalls
Located 12 kms from Sulthan Bathery on the Pulpalli Main Road, are the breathtakingly beautiful Chethalayam Waterfalls. For a glimpse of this lovely waterfall, one has to trek a distance of around 4 kms from Chethalayam. Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, also known as Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary is another tourist spot. Here you can see elephants, spotted deer, guar, sambhar and sloth bear.

About 15 km from Sultan's Bathery, the Wildlife Sanctuary covers over 344-sq. km. and forms part of the area of Mudumalai Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu and Bandipur Sanctuary in Karnataka.

Pakshipathalam - The Bird Watching Centre
Pakshipathalam, located 7 kms north east of Thirunelli Temple in Brahma Giri Hills is a challenging tourist spot. A trekkers' paradise, this place is accessibe only by trekking.

Located at an altitude of 1740 m above sea level, this hill station offers great opportunities for bird watching. One has to trek 17 kms through the wild forests, to reach 'Pakshipathalam'. The deep rock caves formed among the thick blocks of rocks at the northern top end of the Brahmagiri is the abode of various birds and wild beasts. One can watch rare species of birds from the watchtower of the Bird sanctuary located nearby.

Soochipara Waterfalls
Soochipara Waterfalls is located 22 kms from Hotel Green Gates. On alighting the vehicle, one can reach the waterfalls after a 2-km walk into the dense equatorial forest of Wayanad.

Here, one can find nature at its thundering best. Soochipara is a 3-tiered, powerful waterfall. And the cliff face here is ideal for rock climbing.

Ponmudi Hill Station, Kerala

2007-04-19T02:52:00.000-07:00

The salubrious hill station of Ponmudi is at a distance of 61 kms from Thiruvananthapuram. The enchanting bounty of nature can be witnessed here in the quiet surroundings.
Perched at an altitude of over 100 m above sea level on the Western Ghats, the shimmering green waters of the winding streams and verdant woods of Ponmudi do not spare anybody. Trekking is a passion with the visitors to Ponmudi, lying within easy driving distance from Thiruvananthapuram.

One will find oneself compulsively pausing every now and then to drink in deep the spectacular sweep of the hill ranges, tea-estates and the mist-covered valleys, peppered with little toy-like stone cottages painted a pretty violet, pink, or white with pointed and peaked roofs.

How To Get There - Ponmudi
It takes 2 hours by road, driving 65 kms northeast from Thiruvananthapuram, to get to Ponmudi. Bus services are frequent.

Places To Stay - Ponmudi
Accommodation can be availed at Government Tourist Complex. The Complex consists of a guesthouse with 24 rooms, and ten small stone cottages sitting on the hillside named after famous Himalayan peaks.

Prime Attractions of Ponmudi
Varkala Beach
Aaranmula Boat Race

Peermede Hill Station, Kerala

2007-04-19T02:46:00.000-07:00

About Peermede
Wide vistas of tea, cardamon, rubber and coffee plantations interspersed with silver cascades, sculptural rocks, meadows and mist-cloaked hilltops make Peermede an unforgettable experience. The most delightful trekking trails complement the panoramic landscape.

Peermede Facts and Figures
Altitude : 915 - 1100 m above Sea Level.

In and Around Peermede
Kuttikanam
A place for adventure tourism and trekking, or even a langourous, tranquil break. This picturesque plantation town washed in the fragrance of cardamom is surrounded by lush, green hills.

Thirussanku Hills
Nearly at a distance of 4 km from Peermede and i km from Kuttikanam this idyllic hill station is a favourite haunt of trekkers and picnickers. The Mousoleum of the saint, the summer palace of the royal family and the residence of the Diwan situated nearby are all worth a visit.

Ilaveezhapoonchira
This is another picnic spot located in the midst of the beautiful hillocks near Kanjar. It is at a distance of 55km from Kottayam and 20 km from Thodupuzha. Surrounded by three enchanting hillocks- Mankunnu, Kodayathoormal and Thonippara - makes this place ideal for trekking.

Vagamon
It is at a distance of 25 km from Peermede. Grass covered hills, velvet lawns and the cool mountain air make Vagamon a perfect holiday retreat. A curious blend of religious mysticism and european legacies, this hillside village is a heaven of tranquility. The dairy farm managed by the Kurisumala monks is worth a visit.

Manali-Leh Highway opened for traffic

2007-04-10T23:53:00.000-07:00

Because of harsh winters this season, the Manali-Leh highway was closed for some months.
Now the highway is likely to be opened for traffic from May15. The 13,050-feet-high Rohtang Pass, 55 km from the highway, is currently under 20-25 feet of snow accumulated over the past several weeks.
Those who are willing to travel through this road are welcome now.

More Details

Snow (Hey Oh) in Shimla

2007-03-30T02:50:00.001-07:00

I want to share this video with you guys, got this video from YouTube shared by Paras Kaushik.
Good snaps with beautiful song.
Nice snaps of Shimla!!

Munnar – Top of the Range!

2007-03-29T03:51:00.000-07:00

By Arun Raisinghani.
Located just 4 hours away from the city of Kochi (Kerala) is the pristine hill-station of Munnar. Undoubtedly, one of the most serene hill-stations in India, Munnar is accessible by road from Kochi. The drive from Kochi to Munnar is scenic and beauty abounds – pineapple fields, cardamom and coffee trees line the road. The branches of trees form a canopy over the twisted road and this accentuates the greenery of the fields.

Munnar is set amid the “High Range of Travancore” and is at a height of 1524m above sea level. Though the main-town area is bustling, at the periphery of Munnar, there are various peaceful places to stay like Club Mahindra, Sterling Resorts, etc. Room rates vary as per season and facilities. These resorts offer tours in and around Munnar as also trekking and other expedition-based tours.

Munnar is home to some of the world’s highest grown tea. The tea estates in and around Munnar are owned by the Tata’s. The tea gardens are finely manicured and the first thing that you see once on the ascent to Munnar is a thick carpet of tea gardens. The sight is overwhelming and breathtaking beauty envelops you. Evening walks around Munnar offer spectacular views. A distinguishing factor about Munnar is that there are no hoardings and no advertising on the mountain faces that have defaced many a beautiful spot. This is probably because a majority of the mountain estates are privately owned.

Close to Munnar is the Mudapetty Dam, where visitors can take speedboat rides (Rates are reasonable at Rs. 200 per boat which accommodates 4 persons and lasts 20 min). From many places in Munnar, you can see South-India’s highest peak – Anamudi, located at 2695m above sea level.

A must-visit for those going to Munnar is the Kolukkumalai Tea factory. It is the world’s highest grown tea. The Kolukkumalai tea factory is actually located in Tamil Nadu (on the border of Tamil Nadu and Kerala). Getting there is an experience in itself. Resorts like Club Mahindra arrange for tours to this factory, but their rates are much higher and it is better to employ the services of a local Jeep-wallah to reach the factory (no other vehicle can go upto that height – the road is really bumpy and actually rocky and will wreck any other vehicle). At a cost of Rs. 700 per jeep (local), it is much more economical compared to the Rs. 400/head charged by resorts; and much more comfortable too.

The uniqueness of the Kolukkumalai tea compared to the Tata variety is that the workers in these tea gardens use their hands to pick tea leaves whereas in the Tata variety, shears are used. As a result, a worker in the Kolukkumalai tea gardens collects 14-15 kgs/day while his counterpart in the Tata gardens collects 50-60kg/day (a Tata worker gets paid on weight basis). The Kolukkumalai factory is really old, but still producing and is a 100% EOU, with tea being available only at a few places in the town. Visitors can take a tour of the factory for Rs. 75 per head. An English speaking guide explains the processes in detail right from the plucking of the leaves to the time when it lands up in your cup. You can even sample the various grades of tea at the factory (all included in the tour). At the end you have an option of buying packets of tea. The Orange Pekoe (OP) variety used for making lemon tea is especially famous – at Rs. 35 for a 200gm pack, it makes for an excellent gift. OP tea is not supposed to be mixed with milk and can be had warm or can be made into iced tea. Instructions for making that perfect cup of tea are given with every pack that you buy.
Sightseeing in and around Munnar can be finished within a day or two. But be sure to visit the tea-factory. It’s an experience not to be missed.

A short film on ooty

2007-03-28T02:10:00.001-07:00

This was a nice cool video found in YouTube when searching for Ooty, though of posting on my blog.
Good work Senthil.

Distance between Shimla & other major cities in the country

2007-03-23T05:25:00.000-07:00

Distance between Shimla & other major cities in the country like Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata & Delhi.
Bangalore - Shimla 2403
Hyderabad - Shimla 1841
Mumbai - Shimla 1742
Chennai - Shimla 2437
Kolkata - Shimla 1751
Delhi - Shimla 343

Distance between Delhi & some of the Hill stations

2007-03-23T05:18:00.000-07:00

Here are some of the Hill stations listed below with respective distances from Delhi, the capital city of India.
Distance between Delhi and Shimla 343
Distance between Delhi and Dehradun 235
Distance between Delhi and Mussoorie 278
Distance between Delhi and Nainital 322
Distance between Delhi and Bhimtal 300
Distance between Delhi and Jammu 583
Distance between Delhi and Shillong 2059
Distance between Delhi and Srinagar 876
Distance between Delhi and Araku 1980

Super luxury train to run on Kalka-Shimla route from April

2007-03-21T04:24:00.000-07:00

After so many days i am back to blog!
A super luxury train, meant to run on the Kalka- Shimla heritage rail section, will finally become operational by the beginning of next month.

This was disclosed by Managing Director of Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), Dr P K Goel, during an interaction with The Tribune here today. He said that the trail run of the train is complete and it had already met the safety requirements for running on the Kalka-Shimla narrow gauge section. “We are now looking at the coming holiday season in April, and hope to make a clean profit by starting this train,” he said.

The train, which has two coaches (one 10-seater and other 12-seater coach) has been manufactured at the Kalka workshop of the Railways.

Though the two coaches were manufactured in December, 2004, it is only now that the train is ready for operation, after its trial runs for safety.

The Railways is planning to not just attach these coaches to the other trains, running on the route, but also as a special charter train.

Dr Goel informed TNS that the 10-seater coach could be chartered for Rs 7500, the 12-seater coach for Rs 10,000.
For more details click here

Shimla Photos!!

2007-02-20T00:01:00.000-08:00

Devdaar Trees @ Green valley

@Mall Road, Shimla
Rajesh, Shyam & Keka!

@ Narkand

White Shimla!

2007-02-18T23:57:00.000-08:00

For the last 1 week its fun time for tourists in Shimla as there is continous snowfall (Heavy snowfall).
I heard that it is the heaviest snowfall since 1908. Coooool!
I visited Shimla last month ie on Jan 27th & un luckily there is no snowfall at that time, to see snow i went to Narkand which is 50 km from Shimla.
After hearing the news & seeing the photos on the internet i wish i was there in Shimla.
Below i will be adding couple of snaps which i captured in Narkand.

Some Solan Photos!

2007-02-15T05:26:00.000-08:00

Solan road @ 7 am

View of Temple from my room in Solan.

This is where we stayed @ Solan

Its time for Paranthaas!

Nag Mandir @ Kufri

2007-02-14T05:24:00.000-08:00

Knights having a ride @ Kufri

2007-02-12T23:25:00.000-08:00

World's Highest Cricket Ground

2007-02-08T04:21:00.000-08:00

You ask me now what the basket ball poles are doing there?
Right, the ground is for both cricket & basket ball.
As i already told you it was the world's higest cricket & basket ball ground @ a height of 7500 ft.
It was in Chail near Shimla.
Unlucky, we did not get a chance to play in the ground as it was locked by the military guys.
That was meant for military school guys only.

But who cares,guys having a ball outside the play ground.

Look @ the clouds, Not my tummy!

2007-02-07T07:09:00.000-08:00

Hatu Mata Temple

2007-02-02T03:44:00.000-08:00

On the top of Hatu Peak.
Successful in taking a snap after Priests denial.
Hatu Peak trekking comes to an end after visiting the temple.

Wanna ride on Yak?

2007-02-01T19:15:00.000-08:00

Wanna ride on Yak?
Then go to Kufri, 16 km from Shimla. Thats what we did.
Raj & Shyam having a good time with Yaks.Costs you a Peanut.

Hatu Peak- We are at height 3400 mts

2007-02-01T19:10:00.000-08:00

This is where we reached after trekking Hatu peak.
At a height of 3400 Mts above sea level, gives awesome view of the snow capped himalayas.
Raj, Myself & Rajesh.

Raj & Shyam at Hatu Peak

2007-02-01T03:20:00.000-08:00

This trip is all of a sudden thing, we hasnt planned to shimla when we began in gurgaon.
Went to ISBT in delhi & took a bus to chandigarh. our thought was to go Solan(as some 1 said solan is beautiful & we can enjoy there)
packed minimum clothes for 2-3 days & took bus in delhi(Ordinary Haryana roadways) nearly at 3:30 pm on Jan26.
This was the trip Route we travelled & i will publish complete details of the trip tomorrow.
Noida>Gurgaon>Delhi ISBT>Chandigarh>solan>Chail>Shimla>Narkand>Hatu Peak>Kufri>Shimla>Gurgaon>Noida
The below snap is at Hatu peak, Near Narkand(70 km from Shimla)
Raj & shyam are giving a pose for the cameraman(myself) & my Camera:Nokia 6600, Behind them are the Mighty Himalayas.(Are they really visible???)

View from Hatu Peak in Narkand 70 km from Shimla

2007-02-01T03:17:00.000-08:00

This was the snap taken when i went to Hatu peak(76km from shimla) on Sunday ie Jan28'07
It was a nice cool place, got there to the top from Narkand base by trekking the hills.

Link the Nilgiris by air

2007-01-18T22:16:00.000-08:00

Udhagamandalam: When will the Nilgiris be put on the air map of India?

Earlier, prospective beneficiaries had justified the demand for an air link by stating that an internationally renowned hill station like Udhagamandalam should have such a facility.

Now even the middle class people have joined the chorus. Their contention was that such a facility would do a world of good for tourism and be a life saver during medical emergencies.

While the Mettupalayam-Ooty-Gudalur highway, which has served the Nilgiris for several decades, has of late become increasingly undependable on account of natural calamities, the alternative Mettupalayam-Kotagiri-Ooty highway was under tremendous pressure.

Tourist attraction

The Nilgiris Mountain Railway connecting Mettupalayam and Udhagamandalam was a major tourist attraction but it cannot serve the purpose of foreign and domestic tourists who are not able to spare much time.
click here for more details

Favourite destination for honeymooners

2007-01-16T23:53:00.000-08:00

Favourite destination for honeymoon:
While freezing wind during mornings and late evenings making it tough for people in north India to stay in open for too long, they honeymooners visiting Manali in Himachal Pradesh are having a truly gala experience here.

With large number of marriages solemnised this season, honeymooners are thronging the scenic snow-clad Manali to enjoy wonderful and everlasting conjugal moments.

This time a record number of newly wed couples have arrived at the hill resort of Manali.
Newlywed couples also visited the nearby religious places and offered prayers during their memorable vacation in Manali.
Click here for more details

Luxury tourist trains to Munar, Thekkady

2007-01-14T23:24:00.000-08:00

The Indian Railway Tourism and Catering Corporation (IRCTC) will roll out a luxury tourist train on the lines of the "Palace on Wheels" in the Karnataka circuit in association with the Tourism Department by October.

This would be the first such train to be introduced in South India
click here for more details

Manali Photos

2007-01-12T01:27:00.000-08:00

Snaps by Sandeep Shastry
Sandeep is my Email friend went to manali with family for year end 06 & had a good time in Manali & Kulu. here are some of the snaps from his photo album.

Anjali-Mahadev- Path way

Castle-Naggar

Solang Valley

Sun set - Manali

Way to Anjali Mahadev temple

Vishno devi temple

Snow View

Shimla Photos

2007-01-12T01:06:00.000-08:00

The below snaps are by Muralidhar, my friend who recently visited Shimla on Dec31st.
They had a blast in Shimla & Manali.
More pictures to come....

Frozen! Still beautiful, Thats Dal lake!

2007-01-10T23:34:00.000-08:00

With cold wave sweeping across the valley and temperature dipping below normal, the world famous Dal Lake here is freezing, though slowly.
The frozen parts of the lake continue to attract large number of tourists and locals as the minimum temperature continues four degrees below the normal of minus two for the month of January.
Children were throwing stones, papers, and breaking the thin ice sheets on peripheries of the lake.
Click here for more

Back after 10 days

2007-01-08T23:32:00.000-08:00

Its been 10 days since i blogged.
had a break since i went to Vizag.
Hope i will start with some good news & articles about the hill stations from today or 2moro.
As previously decided not to publish any posts during my break as i want to spend time with family, friends etc, i stick to that.
So what els, i think this blog is getting steady traffic & in couple of days i wanna make it more by various ways.
Came to delhi today night at 8:00 pm & feeling change in climate as it is pretty cold & i am enjoying it.

Kurinji flowers of Kodaikanal

2006-12-29T02:40:00.000-08:00

Kurinji flowers, the special flowers which grow in & around Kodaikanal cannot be found any where else in the world.
Kurinji flowers are blooming on the declivity of the Kodaikanal hills, particularly near the Kurinji Andavar temple.

The Kurinji flower is native to South India, growing only in the Anamalai, Nilgiris and Palni hills in Tamil Nadu. It does not grow anywhere else in the world.
50 varieties

Though there are about 50 varieties of Kurinji, the blue coloured variety blooms only once in 12 years, environmentalists say.
Some plants started flowering in October 2005 itself. But 2006 is the peak season. Flowering of each plant commences after completing its cycle.

The peak flowering season will continue till 2006-end and may extend up to 2007, all plants do not flower at one time. With high germination rate, multiplication of this species in this region will also be high.
To protect and preserve the species, areas where the Kurinji grow should be protected and preserved, feel botanists.
A large valley with numerous Kurinji plants, between the Pambar river and Vattakanal below Coakers' walk, was identified for creating a sanctuary in April 2004.
Click here for more details!

A fresh spell of snowfall in Kufri-Shimla

2006-12-28T22:41:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year
Draped in a pristine blanket of white, Himachal Pradesh's hill-town ufri is drawing hundreds of tourists every day from across the country to have a truly gala time with friends and family in its snow-covered slopes.
There has been a steady flow of tourists in Kufri, which is 15 kilometres from Shimla. The tourists and the newly wed couples, who were enjoying their visit to the hilly town during winters, are delighted to watch a fresh spell of snowfall in the region.

Situated at an altitude of 9,000 feet, Kufri town has received 10 centimetres of snow, as the region witnessed its second snowfall this season.
Enthusiastic tourists gleefully played in the snow, making snowmen and throwing snowballs at each other.
Click here for more details

Best Season to Visit Leh Ladakh

2006-12-27T11:55:00.000-08:00

Snowing starts over the high lands from the end of september
Mos tly snow melts down by the end of june.
So the best season to travel to ladakh
is from end of june to late september.
The monsoon clouds rarely make their way
to ladakh & hence it remains relatively dry.

Best Season to Visit Leh Ladakh

Min Max
Jan -14 -2.8
Feb -11.8 0.8
Mar -6.3 6.4
Apr -1.2 12.4
May 2.8 17.1
Jun 6.7 21.1
Jul 10.2 24.7
Aug 9.6 24.4
Sep 5.4 20.9
Oct -0.9 14.2
Nov -6.6 7.9
Dec -11.1 1.6

Santa Claus visited Gulmarg

2006-12-26T01:36:00.000-08:00

Santa Claus visited Gulmarg in Jammu and Kashmir after a gap of 17 years as tourists and locals got together to celebrate a 'white' Christmas on Monday.
Locals gathered to pray for peace at a mass ceremony held in the town church. Muslims joined Christians to offer prayers, hoping for an end to violence and bloodshed that has claimed over 45,000 lives in state's 17-year rebellion.
There should be peace, prosperity and happiness in the valley, and I have come here to pray for that, said Sarfaraz Khan, a local dressed as Santa Claus.
Click here for more details

Huge rush in Shimla

2006-12-26T01:09:00.000-08:00

One of the country's most popular tourist attractions Shimla is bustling with visitors ahead of Christmas and the New Year.

Three extra-services of the toy train, which is a major attraction for tourists here, have been started to accommodate the large number of people pouring in from across the country and abroad.

The historic Mall Road and Ridge of the town is buzzing with life as tourists loiter around the square basking in the sun and enjoying the scenic beauty of the region.

"On this Christmas, I will be away from my wife and my family, and for this reason I know that Shimla is a place where I can feel the traditional feeling. It is the spirit of people being together and wanting to enjoy the season. It's about togetherness," said Daniel Charles, a French tourist.

Christmas portals, with figures of Mary, Joseph, Melchor, Gaspar and Baltazar (the three wise men), the ox and the mule and baby Jesus were seen in churches across the town.
Click here for more details!

No Yak rides in Shimla

2006-12-25T10:32:00.000-08:00

The beast animal of higher altitudes is no longer visible in Shimla.
when i was doing a search on these animals i got2 know that they were sent back to higher altitudes whcih were brought to shimla for tourist attraction.
Thanks to objections by animal lovers and veterinarians, yaks will no longer huff and puff in the heat and on the asphalted roads of this Himalayan resort.

In October last year, three of these high altitude animals were introduced by civic officials in downtown Shimla for tourist rides. There were even plans to bring in more of the hairy and shaggy beasts to ferry more visitors.

But animal activists raised objections, saying the high mountain animals were not meant to be at such low altitudes.

'Yaks don't feel at home below 2,800 metres altitude, and Shimla is only at 2,150 metres which could be disastrous for them,' click here for more details.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

2006-12-25T09:36:00.000-08:00

I'd just like to take this opportunity
to wish you and your family all the
best for Christmas and the New Year.

Lets make 2007 a year to remember!
Have a great day and a wonderful and prosperous new year.

Last day of Carnival 2006

2006-12-22T03:27:00.000-08:00

Darjeeling: Carnival 2006 had good and bad experiences. Telegraph controversy, withdrawn of police forces from Chowrasta, cancellation of Dj police orchestra, cancellation of Marathon were the few unexpected incident for carnival 2006. The last day of Carnival 2006 ended with great show of “Mantra”. Chowrasta witnessed the highest packed of people ever during the show of Mantra. Even though, there was no any untoward incident despite the absent of police forces. Overall, it was grand success of Carnival 2006.

Click here for more details!

Wow! Yahooooooooooooooo!

2006-12-21T23:42:00.000-08:00

Completed 50 posts

I have not counted how many days it took, but looking forward to publish many posts with interesting stuff that help fellow travellers who love to travel to hill stations.

Fog disrupts life in Kashmir Valley

2006-12-20T23:50:00.000-08:00

Srinagar, Dec .20: Kashmir is reeling under a Cold Wave as temperatures dipped several degrees below normal in the valley.

A thick mantle of fog covered the city on Wednesday morning, severely affecting movement of traffic, as visibility was reduced to barely a few meters.

Weather officials said the fog is a sequel to western disturbances.

"The fog phenomenon according to our climatology comes about whenever the western disturbance passes through the hills or plains, following which three four days later, the fog sets in. This is natural because as soon as western disturbance passes through an area, the temperature dips several degrees below normal and frost sets on the ground. So, when the next day sun rises and temperature rises, we get to see shallow fog," said L.C. Rao, Director of the Meteorological Department.
Click here for more details.

Shimla, Mussoorie Weather

2006-12-19T22:36:00.000-08:00

Shimla Weather- Last few days.
14-Dec -Sunny,Warm day
Temp - Max:11.3C, Min:3.2C

15-Dec
Sunny,Warm day
Temp - Max:11.3C, Min:5.3C

16-Dec
Sunny,Warm day
Temp - Max:12.3C, Min:5.3C

17-Dec
-NA

18-Dec
Cloudy,Cold day
Temp - Max:16.3C, Min:9.3C

19-Dec
Sunny,Warm day
Temp - Max:17.6C, Min:8.8C

Next 5 days forecast-Shimla

Next 5 days weather-Mussoorie

Tourists flock to Mussoorie

2006-12-18T23:36:00.000-08:00

DEHRA DUN: The mercury has dipped in Uttaranchal following moderate snowfall in the higher regions on Monday bringing much cheer to the farmers whose crops will benefit from it. Tourists could be seen rushing towards the Chamba-Mussoorie fruit belt beyond Mussoorie in a bid to see snow. Snowfall has also been reported from Mukteshwar, Kausani and Dunagiri in the Kumaon region and Chaukhamba, Chirbitiya and Gunogi areas of Garhwal division.
Shimla: Most parts of Himachal Pradesh reeled under sub-zero temperature as the fierce cold wave sweeping the region further tightened its grip, click here for more details.

Kempty Falls, Mussoorie

2006-12-18T23:31:00.000-08:00

Mussoorie (Uttaranchal) - It is a breathtaking waterfall amid picturesque hilly surroundings, a must see for visitors and in fact a great tourist draw, but scores of food stalls are eroding the beauty of Kempty Falls, making it a dumping ground for their waste.
Once an abode of tranquillity, the falls, located 15 km from Mussoorie, are polluted with plastic bags, bottles, paper scraps, food residues and litter from restaurants and shops around it. Tourists complain that government negligence and the greed of shopkeepers are degrading nature's wonder.
Click here for details

The spirit of Darjeeling

2006-12-17T23:07:00.000-08:00

The `Queen of the Hills' showcases its rich and diverse cultural traditions in a 10-day carnival, hoping to make it a major tourist attraction in the years to come.

"This dream of today, this little hope
Let this flame turn into a blazing fire
Just a little sacrifice is all we need
Just a little thought, just a tiny seed
Of freedom written on the blue hill sky
Of peace and joy far and nigh."

THE hills came alive with the sound of music, as Darjeeling, the `Queen of the Hills', burst into a flourish of song and colour for 10 days, celebrating its first-ever carnival. What was unique about it was not its duration, but the fact that it was entirely the result of the initiative taken by the citizens of Darjeeling, in order to breathe fresh life into their hill station, which for long has been reeling under political turmoil, growing unemployment, and dwindling tea and tourism industries. Every community of Darjeeling participated in the extravaganza, showcasing the uniqueness of its culture - in terms of food, clothing, dance and music. In short, Darjeeling in its entire diversity came together to show that if people want, they can do well without strife based on religion, caste, creed and region.
Click here to know more about "Darjeeling Carnival" held this month

Lord Shiva, the principle deity of Himachal Pradesh

2006-12-16T11:06:00.000-08:00

Since time immemorial, the Himalayas has been recognized as the sanctuary for ascetics and sages. The Himalayas also occupy a central place in Hinduism. The whole region is considered the realm of Shiva- the supreme ascetic, and ‘Pashupati’ - the protecting deity of pastoral herds. Lord Shiva is worshipped in the form of a lingam - a phallus symbolizing the male principle in the universe. In his manifestation as the cosmic darer, the Natraja, he rhythmically creates and destroys the cosmos. Famous shrines like the ice cave at Amarnath in Kashmir, the glacial formation at Kedarnath in Garhwal, and Jageshwar amidst a thick stand of deodar in Kumaon are dedicated to him. Kalidas, a resident of Ujjain, a city of Shiva, aptly described the Himalaya as the dazzling laughter of Shiva.
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Take a Break in Himachal Pradesh

2006-12-16T10:28:00.000-08:00

Himachal was always going to be fun. I knew it in my veins! This is a state known for its breath-taking beauty!
Watch out TimesNow which is publishing stories on different places.
Himachal

View from hill in nainital

2006-12-15T04:31:00.001-08:00

View from hill in nainital
Originally uploaded by Amit Gupta.

Photo by Amith Gupta

Can see more photos of Mr Amith Gupta at Flickr

My blogs logo

2006-12-15T04:17:00.001-08:00

My blogs logo
Originally uploaded by srikusum.

I am trying to get a good logo for my blog, may be i will try with this one & see hows it looks like, i am looking for a gif image which will glow.
Lets see how it looks on my blog & then decide ot upload or not!

Darjeeling Carnival

2006-12-14T23:46:00.002-08:00

Darjeeling, one of the beautiful hill stations in India will witness 2 lakh tourists in the ongoing Darjeeling Carnival.
This is the fourth time the festival is organised & Click here for details

Christmas & New year Packages

2006-12-14T23:37:00.000-08:00

By Himachal pradesh Govt:
In a bid to woo holidaymakers for Christmas and New Year, the Himachal Pradesh government has announced attractive packages for the last week of December.
Most resorts across the hill state are popular during that time, with thousands mainly from northern India thronging them.
"We have announced a winter discount of 25-40 percent and special tariff for Christmas and New Year," said a spokesman for the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corp here Thursday.
More details

Do you know how many tourists visit Himachal Pradesh annually?

2006-12-13T23:15:00.000-08:00

Four million tourists visit himachal pradesh annually from all over the world.
Definitely one of the best tourist destination in India.
The main source of income for the state is through tourism.
The state has many locations which attracts tourists all over the world.
Kullu, manali, shimla are few of them.
Tourists does not miss Rohtang pass which is 50 km from manali where temperature decreases below zero.
When i visited the place i was over excited to see the place & sorroundings completely covered with snow. Mostly the road to rohtang pass will be closed for 3-4 months due to heavy snow falls.
The rush to himachal has already started, people love to celebrate christmas & new year in the snow hills.

Witnessing early snow this year!

2006-12-13T22:35:00.000-08:00

Shimla,
With most parts of the state experiencing snowfall early in the season, the tourism industry is expected to witness a steep rise in the number of tourists coming to the state for Christmas and New Year’s Eve.

In the recent years More Details

UnExplored Hill stations

2006-12-12T22:44:00.000-08:00

Here are some Hill stations which are Un Explored by many!
Pachmarhi-Madhya Pradesh
Shillong-Meghalaya
Mount Abu-Rajasthan
Gangtok & Lachung-Sikkim
Saputara-Gujarat.

Hill stations- Books

2006-12-12T21:47:00.000-08:00

I want to share some information here, i got a mail from Courtney one of my blog friend suggested me a book The Great Hill Stations of Asia which relates to my blog.if any one interested of knowing about the history & truths of hill stations in Asia, have a look.

While doing google search i found another book in Amazon store which is about the beautiful hill stations in India, past & present pictures.
"The Magic Mountains".

Himachal Pradesh Tourism Office

2006-12-11T12:28:00.001-08:00

DSC00027
Originally uploaded by srikusum.

This is the Himacal Pradesh Tourism Office in Manali.
If you need any details regarding hotels, transportation, Visit here.

On the way to Rohtang Pass

2006-12-11T06:14:00.001-08:00

DSC00044
Originally uploaded by srikusum.

Actually till now i have not posted any tour members photos in the blog.
Now, I want to share some of the photos.
This moment was captured when we are going ahead to Rohtang pass.
On the way we just halted our vehicle & started photo session.
Suresh, Srinu, Kishore, Pradeep & Rambabu are with me.

Hill stations in Andhra Pradesh

2006-12-10T11:40:00.000-08:00

Araku Valley
Anantagiri Hills
Horsley Hills

Hill stations in Tamil Nadu

2006-12-10T11:38:00.000-08:00

Ooty
Kodaikanal
Coonoor
Kotagiri

Hil stations in West Bengal

2006-12-10T11:36:00.000-08:00

Darjeeling
Sandakphu
Kalimpong
Lava
The Dooars

Hill stations in Karnataka

2006-12-09T12:08:00.000-08:00

Coorg
Biligiri Hills
Nandi Hills
Kudremukh
Kermana Gundi
Madikeri
Chikmagalur
Gangamoola

Hill stations in Jammu & Kashmir

2006-12-08T11:06:00.001-08:00

Pahalgam
Sonamarg
Patnitop
Srinagar
Gulmarg

Hill stations in India

Hill stations in Uttaranchal

2006-12-07T11:15:00.000-08:00

Nainital
Mussoorie
Dehradun
Ranikhet
Almora
Kausani
Chamoli

Hill stations in India

Hill stations in Kerala

2006-12-06T11:16:00.000-08:00

God's Own country Hill stations
Munnar
Ponmudi
Idukki
Devikulam
Chembra Peak
Chithirapuram
Lakkidi

Pleae let me know if i missed any hill stations from Kerala!

Hill stations in India

Blogger Problem

2006-12-06T11:00:00.000-08:00

Trying to post since evening & this was the problem occured.
Technical problem @ Blogger.

Hill Stations in India

Hill stations in Maharashtra

2006-12-05T12:46:00.000-08:00

Mahabaleshwar
Panchgani
Lonaval, Khandala - Karla
Matheran
Amboli
Jawahar
Panhala
Chikhaldara
Bhandardara
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2006-12-05T02:49:00.000-08:00

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Hill Stations in Himachal Pradesh

2006-12-04T03:30:00.000-08:00

Hill Stations in Himachal Pradesh

Shimla
Manali
Dalhousie
Kufri
Dharamshala
Chail
Binsar
Kangra
Kasauli
Chamba
Khajjiar
Kullu
Lahaul & Spiti
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2006-12-02T13:28:00.000-08:00

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Celebrating christmas in Shimla

2006-12-01T23:49:00.000-08:00

Thought of changing the template today.
busy with the things today & hope the template changes will be done with in next week.
Searching for suitable templates from different sites.
Looking for light blue & white mixing color template which i think best suits for Hill stations.
Since couple of days gathering some information which can be useful for travellers, the train, flight timings, costs etc like that stuff.
Mostly i'l update tomorrow.
My next plan, Going to Shimla this month end.
Wanna celebrate Chistmas in Snow hills, Ha ha. Sounds cool 2me.
Any ways keep rocking.

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Fly to Kullu manali Contd-Indian airlines

2006-11-30T08:37:00.000-08:00

Continued from Previous post When i was doing search in google i found out that Indian airlines is offering air travel to Kullu. i accessed "Indian" site & tried on different dates from dec'06, Jan, Feb, Mar07. See below image for the result. I think no seats are left for all those months! LOL

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Fly Kulu manali

2006-11-30T07:31:00.000-08:00

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Fly to kulu in Airdeccan as Airdeccan is the only airliner which fly to kulu*
So, if you are planning to spend this christmas in Kulu manali, Rohtang get ready to book.
For your information, the prices is listed below in the image

If the above is not your budget & want to travel in January 2007 then see below,
Plan on Jan 26th 2007 as it is Republic day/Holiday in India- Plan Accordingly, but normally the fares will be like this, see below!

*As far as i know

Video shot on Rohtang pass-manali

2006-11-28T04:13:00.001-08:00

It was in October 2006 on Diwali day.The Video was shot on the way from Rohtang pass to Manali.
I am bit lucky as i saw snow fall on that day.

Manali Photos-Beas River

2006-11-28T00:29:00.000-08:00

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Contd with previous posts,
I cant stop posting on Manali as i have lots of memories & tons of beautiful snaps.
Here are some of the snaps-Beas River.
Below are the few snaps from my Manali photos album

This was the snap taken from my moving vehicle

Between Kullu & Manali

Snap taken near Manali

Watch out the Flow of Beas river

Water is as cold as ice-Beas river in Manali

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Manali fotos-More to come

2006-11-27T08:06:00.000-08:00

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Early morning sun rays on snow hills

Beauty-This is w
Stunning hat i call!

Manu Temple in Manali

View from road point, Manalito Rohtang pass

Having Fun-Para Gliding

I dont know the sport name-you name it.

This is what a round table conference is!

Manali photos

2006-11-27T07:40:00.000-08:00

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I have published some posts on Kullu Manali before, but really i cannot stop writing more about the place.When ever i have some thing to share about the place, i will definitely publish with some beautiful snaps.

The below snap i had taken from the top of my hotel

This was on the way to Rahala Falls

On the way to Rahala Falls, there is a bollywood shooting spot near by where lot number of films had shot

Some one told that, the visible houses/tents belongs to Army

The flow of Beas river, follows you all over Kullu Manalu

Some where between Manali, Rahala falls & Rohtang pass

Kullu Manali- An exciting trip

2006-11-24T14:00:00.000-08:00

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The Previus post Are you planning for Kullu Manali tells you how to plan the trip to Manali & some tips to follow.
Now i want to continue to that post by writing my own experiences in the Manali trip.

Actually that was thursday night we started from here as friday was off work. Friday is diwali(Choti diwali i think), we thought of starting early at 8 pm, as usually it was so late because some of the trip members hasnt arrived from the office.
After having dinner here all of us ie 6 guys started from here & went to Alka theatre junction to pick up 2 more frends, from there we started to move, but as we reached the signal light at Gol chakkar, we came to know that we forgot one of my frends laptop, evry one suggted that we defnetly need to have a laptop as we are carrying some 3 digicams, if we do have a laptop we can transfer the fotos immediately & can start fresh again with the cam/memory card.
We returned back to room &amp;amp;amp; picked up the laptop & again started towards golchakkar.
thats exactly at 11:45 pm. My god the traffic was so heavy in the night.

we are still in the outskirts of delhi at 12:30 also.
After 1 hr of journey we stopped some where near a dhaba, had some chai, photo session ha ha
Spent around 30 min & started again.
I was the one who said the Kullu manali trip details to freinds,
i doono how it will be, whether the guys coming with me will be satisfied or not as i am the one who will face them.
Kullu manali was the only place i was always thought of going since i came to delhi.
we went on listening the songs & watching out a movie in the laptop, after couple of hours we reached chandigarh, ha here i wanna tell u 1 thing.
police stopped our vehicle & asked to show the papers, we showed them but they asked 500 rs & we were surprised/shocked to hear like that."trip mein jaarahe hai &
aap tho software engineer hai, dekhiye sir" are the words used by a police man.
i jus gave 150 bucks & we left from there, paid taxes at toll bridges & we move on, after an hour i think the Ghat road started.
barely no one has slept that nyt, & no one wants to. enjoying the beautiful mountains on the way.
guys are clicking the cams continously.
It started raining when we passsed kullu, i expected some apple trees, but i donno which side i have to see so that i get a glimpse, un fortunately i missed,
another reason was i closed the windows of the scorpio as it was raining.
i really thought, if it rains in Manali also & if it doesnt stop, wat will we do sitting in hotel rooms,
luckily there wasnt anything like that in manali, offcourse its raining there 2, but it was a small drizzling kind.
we went to manali at 2:30 afternoon.
jus checked in the hotel rooms & went out to a good hotel which offers Andhra style food. thali cost us 70 rs per person, but it was good.
we planned nothing to do for that day as evry 1 wants to rest for the day as no 1 slept the entire nyt.
guys started boozing & had dinner & slept for the nyt.
the next day was the big day for us-going to "Rohtang Pass" i waked up at 5 am & started waking up all guys, we started from Manali at 8:30, the route From "Manali to Rohtang Pass" was simply superb
but at places the road was not good & that2 it was raining, theres a bit of fear also as the roads are very slippery at that time.

on the way we had so many photo sessions.we had taken 3 digital cams & a mini handy cam.
at 10:30 i think we were halted/stopped at a place & were not allowed further, the reason-roads are blocked.
i forgot 1 thing here to tell-when we actually started seeing the snow guys are screaming & after some distance we were completely surrounded by snow filed mountains
which was the best view i have ever seen.
it is definitely one of the best journeys i ever made & a nice memorable one.
we havent taken any woolen clothes as evry one decided not to wear any & goes unshirt & play with the snow
& we did that
every one was watching us with out shirts & every one was completely under heavy woolens.

To be contd

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Distance between Delhi & Manali

2006-11-23T07:26:00.000-08:00

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Delhi-Maali distance 512 km as per the image given. Map source: Maps of India

Snow fall in Himachal

2006-11-22T02:27:00.001-08:00

The vehicular traffic (especially tourist vehicles) movement on the road came to a standstill & was not allowed to rohtang pass, tourist vehicles are halted 11 km to rohtang due to the fresh snow in rohtang pass & there sould be a possibility of snow slides.
Manali in himachal also recorded snow fall. The number two tourist spot-Rohtang pass is covered with a three-feet thick blanket of snow. With the snowfall, the winter games have started picking up there
Snowfall marked the beginning of 2006 winters in Manali. Fresh snowfall occurred in most parts of the Valley.
This is where vehicles will be halted if there is heavy snow fall, nearly 10 km to rohtang pass.

The Rohtang pass- Ladakh Highway was opened for traffic(not for tourists) despite snowfall at rohtang pass

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