Gyalpo Lhosar 2026 is transforming Nepal’s Himalayan communities; discover 7 remarkable traditions, the cultural renaissance underway, and how community-led tourism is changing lives from the ground
The vanishing Himalayan cultures Kasol to Manali. Explore 7 indigenous communities facing extinction as modernization threatens centuries-old traditions along this 75km mountain route. Did you know
Discover the 7 hidden elements of the Festivals of Bhutan’s tshechu celebrations that transform travelers from mere spectators into active participants in these deeply authentic and
Discover the extraordinary wildlife that makes the Eastern Himalayas one of Earth’s most precious biodiversity hotspots Explore 10 fascinating animals from the Eastern Himalayas, from the
Himachal’s culture is vanishing before our eyes, save now. Discover how we can protect its living heritage, youth, and communities before it’s too late. What if
The Bhutanese name for Bhutan, Druk Yul, means “Land of the Thunder Dragon” To be honest, this was my first trip, where I actually discovered the potential
Stories of some of the mightiest mountaineers looms large on the world of internet. Sheer vigour and back-breaking courage is what it takes to be one
The 10th edition of Musicathon, the much talked about two-day musical festival slated to be held this April will be graced by the talented pool of
E-commerce marketplace Flipkart has signed a memorandum of understanding with Himachal Pradesh State Handicrafts and Handloom Corporation Ltd (HPSHHCL) to bring local artisans, weavers, handicraft, and
Shimla, the State capital of Himachal Pradesh is one of the most popular hill stations of the country and is a famous tourist destination. As the
Author and gastronomist Veena Sharma has always believed that ones kitchen is ones best pharmacy, providing us with the particular admixtures and combinations that help uplift
Home to some cultures and religions that have shaped the philosophical outlook of the civilized world for the thousands of years, Nepal is not only a
The need to understand the values that reside in forests arises from the estimated rates of loss of forest area and, hence, in biological diversity. Forests
Birds are reliable and widely used indicators for conservation planning and monitoring. Himalayan Forests happens to be a global biodiversity hotspot with not one but innumerable
Ironically, development and cultural identity does not go hand in hand in Ladakh. People in Ladakh have been changing with time, unfortunately at the cost of
Lets’ start with understanding what is pahadi food? Pahadi comes from the word ‘pahad’, which means hills. So, pahadi food is essentially the food that is
Over the past few years, there has been an incredible trekking boom in the country. Trekking has gone from being an adventure sport to a recreational
Mountains are the most magnificent and majestic geographical features of the world. Be it the Andes in South America, the Alps in Europe or the mighty
The famous ski resort of Gulmarg and other higher reaches of Kashmir received snowfall for the second day on Tuesday. The plains were lashed by rains,
DEHRADUN: Uttarakhand, birthplace of the country’s major rivers like Ganga and Yamuna and home to the Himalayan ranges, is rapidly losing its forest land to commercial
The Saffron Crocus (Crocus sativus) blooms in Kashmir Valley, surrounded by the Himalayas on all sides, for only two weeks a year. At the end of
A great storyteller bridges the gap between “you” and “me” to make their audience feel one with them. They understand that story-telling is a conversation, a
1.Land of the Thunder Dragon Bhutan, fondly referred to as Land of the Thunder Dragon is a nation that leads by example. Besides the staggering natural
In 2013, an Indian engineer started a sustainable development enterprise called Global Himalayan Expedition. Since then, it has installed solar power in 131 villages of three
If you’ve ever dreamed about strolling on a glass skywalk, then you don’t need to spend a bomb to visit a foreign country to do so
It’s not the easiest time to plan a holiday, but here’s taking one little pain-point away: we looked up the top Indian hill-stations that you can fly
Dehradun: Chief minister Trivendra Singh Rawat on Sunday announced that the state government is all set to start an umbrella brand ‘Holy Himalayas’ to promote the
Bhutanese Cuisine South Asian food is all about flavour, flavour, and flavour! The spices, the chillies, the vegetables and the textural components—all create magic together. Be
After months of extreme heat, torrential rains causing flooding in several states, cyclones, and a severe locust attack, cold breezes have returned to India, prompting people
You may have missed your summer vacation this year due to the lockdown, but you won’t have to compromise on your winter break. Parts of Himachal Pradesh received
Author and Fulbright scholar Stephen Alter has been announced the 2020 recipient of the notable Mountain Environment and Natural History prize, awarded each year as part of the Banff
A recent study on the Himalayan brown bear (Ursus arctos isabellinus) has predicted a significant reduction in suitable habitat and biological corridors of the species in
The rare Brahma Kamal, the only flower known to bloom after sunset and just once a year, has been spotted in the higher reaches of the
Uttrakhand has got its first lichen park. Spread over an area of over 1.5 acres, it is presently being regulated in terms of visitors to ensure
PC : www.ajktours.com Imagine the endless lush green fields stretching as far as your eyes can reach, the sharp pine trees guarding the gigantic mountains standing
Picture Credit : Embassy of India, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia Rishikesh, the yoga capital of the world, invites everyone across the globe who has embraced the divine lifestyle for
I had a conversation with my co-workers about traveling, they asked if where we will go next, “I will go to Japan.” “Thailand for me.” “Korea!”
In an era where going cashless is the trend, Jonbeel mela serves as a veritable blast from the past. Gaining its name from the Assamese words
At last it is the time of the year we all have been waiting for the whole year. Diwali is here!!! But this time with a
In the hilly terrains of Dima Hasao, Assam lies one of the unresolved mysteries of nature. Planked by the rivers, Jatinga and Dulong, and surrounded by
Situated in the East Sikkim district an offshoot of the historic Silk Route is Nathula at a height of 4,310m above mean sea level. Other than
What comes to the mind when we think of a trip abroad? A long flight, exchange of currency, unknown language, skyscrapers, fascinating locations and some exotic
Remember the Aryans whom Hitler declared to be the most desirable and superior race? No, this is not about them. But it is about their proclaimed
Shubhank Sharma is a self-taught singer/songwriter/guitarist/composer from Rohru, Himachal Pradesh, India who loves everything from rock to blues to grunge and ghazals. Performing in his own
When the God of Rain smiles over the country and monsoon is around the corner, the Gateway of Northeast, Guwahati, opens its doors to pilgrims from
Whenever I find myself in a new place, I take great pleasure in enquiring about the cultures and traditions associated with the place. Quite recently, I
It was the summer of 2009 when I had visited Manikaran for the first time and the effect it left was that of a perfect hermitage
Nyima Dolma Sundari was born to second generation Nepalese Buddhist immigrants in French Riviera. Far off from her cultural roots, her grandmother and father were her
Harish Kapadia a mountaineer himself has several credits with the plethora of activities in the Himalayas. Through his numerous books and in being the leader and
Discover the captivating story of the Beatles’ transformative journey to Rishikesh, India, their encounter with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, and the enduring legacy of their visit on
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