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Gulmarg: The Meadow of Flowers and Jewel of Kashmir

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Nestled in the breathtaking Pir Panjal range of the Himalayas, Gulmarg is one of the most enchanting tourist destinations in Jammu and Kashmir. Known as the “Meadow of Flowers,” this picturesque hill station offers a…

Exploring the History, Culture, and Spiritual Heritage of Srinagar

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After enjoying the breathtaking natural beauty of Pahalgam, 29 December 2018 was dedicated to exploring the history, culture, and religious heritage of Srinagar. On a cold winter morning in the snow-covered Kashmir Valley, we set…

Avantipora, December 2018: Wandering Through Kashmir’s Forgotten Golden Age

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We visited Avantipora in December 2018, on a cold, hazy morning somewhere on the road between Srinagar and Pahalgam. Winter had already stripped the trees bare, and a thin mist sat low over the valley…

Gulmarg: A Day Lost in Snow

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December 25, 2018 We left Srinagar early and reached Gulmarg by around eleven in the morning — that famous hill town in Kashmir known as the “meadow of flowers,” though in December it turns into…

The Timeless Beauty of the Bipasha (Beas) River in Manali, Himachal Pradesh

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Flowing gracefully through the heart of the Himalayas, the Bipasha River—better known today as the Beas River—is one of the most captivating natural treasures of Himachal Pradesh. Originating from the pristine Beas Kund near Rohtang…

An Unforgettable Evening at Dal Lake, Srinagar

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On 24 December 2018, I arrived in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, and spent a memorable evening at the iconic Dal Lake. Despite the cold winter weather, the beauty of the lake…