Rishikesh Calling: Rafting and Adventure with the Blueberry Trails, March 2012
The Blueberry Trails are off to Rishikesh for some adrenalin pumping rafting and lots more adventure. Want to join them? Then read on…
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Kunzum Travel Mag: Get the October 2011 Edition – FREE!
Open publication – Free publishing – More airlines The 4th edition of the Kunzum Travel Mag dated October 2011 is here. As before, it takes a refreshing approach to travel writing, it goes with you in your gadgets, and it’s FREE. Travels will never be same again.
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Kunzum Travel Mag: Get the August 2011 Edition – FREE!
Open publication – Free publishing – More airlines The second edition of the Kunzum Travel Mag dated August 2011 is here. As before, it takes a refreshing approach to travel writing, it goes with you in your gadgets, and it’s FREE. Travels will never be same again.
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The Great Himalayan Drive, Kashmir to Arunachal starts January 29
Is it possible to cover the entire span of the Himalayas from Kashmir to Arunachal Pradesh as one unbroken journey by road? Yes, it is. And I am setting out to show how it can be done, starting January 29, 2010. And I will drive for approximately 120 days. Billed to be a trip never done before (certainly not in [...]
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Photo of the Day: Maha Kumbh Mela (Fair) in Haridwar, Uttarkhand
This set of photos were taken at the Maha Kumbh Mela (fair) at Haridwar, a once-in-12-year event. The 2010 edition started on January 14 to end on April 28. This photo was taken on January 15. Click on any image for a larger view. It is an occasion for Hindus to come to Haridwar and take a dip / bath [...]
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Mahakumbh at Haridwar: Important dates and travel advisory
I am off to the Haridwar Mahakumbh Mela starting January 14. Will be there till January 17. Hope to post some interesting stories and pictures from there. The once in 12 year event will continue till April 28, 2010. The following is a travel advisory and list if important dates I received from a diplomatic mission in New Delhi. Appending [...]
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Wild Saga of Corbett
Corbett’s only comprehensive travel film… Plan a trip to Corbett and grab a copy of this DVD today!
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Photo of the Day: Setting Sun Behind Saunf Tree in Abbott Mount
This image of the setting sun behind a Saunf Tree (no higher than 6 feet) was taken in Abbott Mount in the Indian Himalayan state of Uttarakhand. Click on the image for a larger view. You can view and order more such images at the Kunzum Gallery.
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Photo of the Day: Sunset Storm in Munsiyari in Uttarakhand
This image was taken in Munsiyari, located in the Indian Himalayan state of Uttarakhand (formerly Uttaranchal). Click on the image for a larger view. You can view and order more such images at the Kunzum Gallery
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Going to Gangotri but stuck in Harsil
“We’ll be landing in Pune in a few moments. The outside temperature is 37 degrees centigrade”. Surely, the pilot was making a mistake. 37 degrees in mid-March! A surprised murmur ran through the passengers. And I, who only two days ago would have given anything for a little more warmth, was amongst those who had sighed the loudest. As the [...]
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Itinerary 10 days Uttarakhand: Delhi – Abbot Mount – Patal Bhuvaneswar – Vijaypur – Munsiyari
Explore some of the lesser known and frequented areas of Kumaon in the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand and be up close and personal with the lesser touched nature. And enjoy some stunning views of Himalayan peaks in their full majesty while you drive through wooded terrain where rivers and waterfalls give you company all along. Delhi to Munsiyari DISTANCE 706 [...]
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Road Sign: Do not nag me as I am driving
Can you think of a smart caption for this road sign? What does this say to you?
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Review: Abbott Mount Cottage, Uttarakhand
If the idea of a surprise visitor in the form of a giant spider under the quilt covers does not bother you, plan a trip to Abbott Mount and stay in Abbott Mount cottage. It is nearly as perfect a get-away as you can imagine, and your experience of staying in this cottage will only leave you desiring for more [...]
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Abbott Mount, Uttarakhand: Images
Click here, or on the picture above, to see a series of images I took on a trip to Abbott Mount in the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand in India in early June 2008.
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Photo of the Day: Sky Lights in Munsiyari, Uttarakhand
Click here, to see a series of images I took on a trip to Munsiyari in the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand in India in early June 2008. These were all taken during the morning and evening hours. If you like any of these, and would like to place orders, do contact me at ajay@ajayjain.com or visit my gallery. Click on [...]
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Review: Wayfarer Mountain Resort, Munsiyari, Uttrakhand
As far as first impressions go, the Wayfarer Resort in Munsiyari in the Himalayan state of Uttrakhand (Uttranchal) flatters – but it does end up deceiving you a bit on the service front. What works for it is its setting: its perfect. The view of the Panchachuli peaks and surrounding mountain ranges leaves you with no option but to keep [...]
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Hotel Review: BirdHouse in Dehradun
The Easter weekend (March 21-24) of 2008 saw me staying at a small family owned property in Dehradun, the capital of the Himalayan state of Uttrakhand. The city itself located in a valley, it turned out to be an ideal getaway for a spring weekend at what turned out to be an good choice of accommodation. To view images of [...]
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