Kangra Bans High Altitude Winter Trekking
byDharamshala: Trekking activities above 3,000 meters in the Dhauladhar range of Kangra district have been completely prohibited until further notice. Deputy Commissioner (DC) Hemraj…
Tourism
Risks of Himalayan Tourism: High-Altitude Sickness Claims Lives
byDespite its predictability, high-altitude sickness remains poorly understood by many travellers and is insufficiently managed in India’s high-altitude tourism spots.
CHANGTHANG: Ladakh’s Hypnotic Highland
byLadakh is certainly a mystic land of India. The high altitude cold arid region allures visitors across the world by its spectacular beauty, towering…
Smart City Dharamshala Infested With Stray Animals
byMaking Dharamshala free from the disruptions caused by stray and wild animals is critical to realizing its full potential as one of India’s top smart cities
Alluring Almora – Meditative Himalayan Walks
bySince ancient times the majestic Kumaon Himalayas in the north Indian state of Uttrakhand has been a preferred place for Yoga, meditation and other…
Himachal Should Regulate Trekking To Make It Safe And Eco-Friendly (II)
byRestore The Wild In The Wilderness [ The second of two blogs on the subject. The first was published on the 31st August, 2024.]…
Forest Walks for the Soul II
byAnother beautiful walk starts from Mashobra I to Talai Bhimakali temple. It is said that the temple is 500 years old and was set…
Tibetan Market, Leh: A Pedestrian Paradise for Tourists
byNestled in the heart of Leh, Ladakh, the Tibetan Market stands as a vibrant testament to the region’s rich cultural tapestry. This pedestrian-friendly shopping…
Himachal Should Regulate Trekking To Make It Safe And Eco-Friendly [ I ]
byOn the night of 17th July about 120 trekkers were stranded below the 14000 feet high Hampta Pass in Himachal, without adequate shelter, clothing…
Hemis Monastery: A Timeless Beacon of Tibetan Buddhism in Ladakh
byNestled high in the breathtaking Himalayan landscape of Ladakh, India, Hemis Monastery is a testament to centuries of Buddhist tradition and Ladakhi culture. Each…