The pristine Pelling
Trust me, in Sikkim, you desire nothing more than clear views of the Kanchenjunga range. From the...
The magical ride to Yumthang valley
I could not visit the Yumthang valley when I came to Sikkim six years back. That thought lingered somewhere, and that wish to be here in a...
Sikkim secrets: Learning to slow down in Kewzing
I took a detour off the main road and followed a narrow, slippery trail that cuts through a forest of chestnut, birch, and other deciduous...
The trinity of love and charm: Kalga, Pulga, and Tulga
One of the most amazing things about traveling to Himachal is the small villages that dot the valleys. And each village is packed with its...
Manikaran Sahib: A confluence of faith and ideas
Everyone has a reason to come to Manikaran Sahib. Often it depends on what religion one follows. For me, it was about finding a town by the...
Oh my gosh!! Tosh
I feel I am getting more immersed and intense at my ‘do nothing’ philosophy of holidaying. I...
The sand dunes in Ladakh, Hundar
And while even thought of Ladakh is exhilarating enough, nothing excited me more than the idea of seeing the sand dunes at that altitude,...
The orchard of charm in Nubra Valley
Every turn is a new picture in Ladakh. And it is amazing how landscapes and cultures can change in a few hundred kilometers in this cold...
Encharmed by the Pangong Tso
Long drives in the high altitudes of Ladakh evoke many thoughts. And while your body acclimatizes...