top of page


My Trans-Himalayan Odyssey - Lahaul, Spiti & Kinnaur : Part 4 - Sacred Moon Lake Chandra Tal
Beyond the Icy Walls of Lahaul & Spiti : A Perilous Journey to the Sacred Moon Lake Chandra Tal “This post continues the story from my previous post in the “My Himalayan Odyssey” series, which you can read at www.ghumnechalo.in” My Trans-Himalayan Odyssey - Lahaul, Spiti & Kinnaur : Part 3 - Keylong, Shashur Monastery, Gondhla Fort, Trilokinath & Mrikula Mata Temples (https://www.ghumnechalo.in/post/my-trans-himalayan-odyssey-keylong-shashur-monastery-gondhla-fort-trilokina
ashokkdas1958
5 days ago8 min read


My Trans-Himalayan Odyssey - Lahaul, Spiti & Kinnaur : Part 3 - Keylong, Shashur Monastery, Gondhla Fort, Trilokinath & Mrikula Mata Temples
The Beating Hearts of Lahaul: Exploring Keylong, Shashur Monastery, Gondhla Fort, Trilokinath & Mrikula Mata Temples “This post continues the story from my previous entry in the My Himalayan Odyssey series, which you can read at www.ghumnechalo.in” (https://www.ghumnechalo.in/post/my-trans-himalayan-odyssey-lahaul-spiti-kinnaur-part-2-baralacha-la-shinku-la-gonbo-rangjon) The Lahaul Interlude: Finding Stillness in the Heart of the Himalayas Leaving behind the frozen heigh
ashokkdas1958
Apr 248 min read


My Trans-Himalayan Odyssey – Lahaul, Spiti & Kinnaur : Part 2 - Baralacha La, Shinku La, Gonbo Rangjon
Discovering the Icy Wonders of Lahaul & Spiti : Baralacha, Shinku La & Gonbo Rangjon “This post continues the story from my previous entry in the My Himalayan Odyssey series, which you can read at www.ghumnechalo.in ” ( https://www.ghumnechalo.in/post/my-trans-himalayan-odyssey-lahaul-spiti-kinnaur-part-1-manali-shuru-atal-tunnel ) Beyond the Atal Tunnel: Conquering the Frozen Frontiers of Upper Lahaul Following up on my last post about our preparations for the rugged hei
ashokkdas1958
Apr 1010 min read


My Trans-Himalayan Odyssey – Lahaul, Spiti & Kinnaur : Part 1 – Manali, Shuru, Atal Tunnel
The Ultimate Guide to Lahaul & Spiti: Starting Our Journey via Manali, Shuru and Atal Tunnel Untamed Altitudes: The Allure of the High Mountains The High Mountains, where the air gets thin and the world grows quiet, has it’s special magical charm. For some, the high mountains are a backdrop for a photo; for others, they are a sanctuary where the soul finally has room to breathe. Stepping away from the curated paths of mainstream tourism isn't just about a change in scener
ashokkdas1958
Mar 269 min read


Pachmarhi, The Queen of Satpura : Where Nature Paints A Masterpiece
Pachmarhi, The Queen of Satpura In my earlier post, I shared my experience of Patalkot and Tamia, the enchanting gateway to Pachmarhi....
ashokkdas1958
Jul 28, 202512 min read


Exploring Punjab: A Journey Beyond Amritsar's Icons
A Journey Beyond Amritsar's Icons While the resplendent Golden Temple and the iconic landmarks stand as testaments to Amritsar's rich...
ashokkdas1958
May 30, 20256 min read


Odisha's allure, World’s curiosity : Olive Ridley “Arribada”
Olive Ridley “Arribada” - Nature's Grand Congregation Odisha, the Land of Lord Jagannath. And understandably, every year, the coastal...
ashokkdas1958
May 23, 202513 min read


Unveiling the Soul of Amritsar: A Journey Beyond the Golden Temple & Iconic Landmarks
Amritsar, Beyond the Golden Temple: Amritsar, the spiritual heart of Sikhism, resonates with the divine echoes of the Golden Temple....
ashokkdas1958
Apr 30, 202511 min read


The Golden Temple: A Pilgrimage of the Heart and Immersive Journey into Sikhism
The Golden Temple: A Pilgrimage Amritsar: More Than a Stopover, a Spiritual Awakening My previous post about my Kartarpur Sahib...
ashokkdas1958
Apr 13, 202514 min read


The Living Canvases of Odisha : From Pattachitra to Sambalpuri
From Pattachitra to Sambalpuri : Unveiling the Artistic Soul of Raghurajpur and Kardola Villages Odisha, hailed as "India's best kept...
ashokkdas1958
Apr 1, 20258 min read


A Day in Pakistan: My Kartarpur Sahib Yatra - A Dream Fulfilled, A Journey Remembered
My Kartarpur Sahib Yatra: From Baltistan Dreams to Kartarpur Realities I'm consistently impressed by the breathtaking beauty showcased...
ashokkdas1958
Mar 14, 202511 min read


A Glimpse into Odisha's Lost Glory : Saga of Ancient Prachi Valley
Ancient Prachi Valley : The Forgotten Glory of Odisha PRAHI RIVER ! A nondescript tributary of the River Mahanadi, the Prachi River...
ashokkdas1958
Feb 26, 202511 min read


A Journey into the Unknown: Exploring the Mystical Patalkot Valley & Tamia
Exploring the Mystical Patalkot Valley & Tamia आंखों के समन्दर, पातालकोट के गलियां, हर कोना है यहां, एक कहानी कि जुबानीयां । प्रकृति...
ashokkdas1958
Feb 12, 20259 min read


Orchha: The hidden Gem of Bundelkhand - A Timeless Tapestry of History and Beauty : Part - II
Orchha : The Hidden Gem of Bundelkhand : Part - II : The Palaces and other monuments in Grand Fort Complex In my previous post ( Orchha...
ashokkdas1958
Jan 23, 20257 min read


Orchha: The hidden Gem of Bundelkhand - A Timeless Tapestry of History and Beauty : PART- I
Orchha : The Hidden Gem of Bundelkhand : PART- I : The Temples and Royal Chhatris outside the Walled Fort Complex Orchha ! Meaning of...
ashokkdas1958
Jan 5, 20257 min read


Jiranga, the Little Tibet of Odisha: The Tibetan Diaspora-Part II
Jiranga, the Little Tibet of Odisha – Part II : Exploring Tibetan Life at Settlement Camp No. 3 at Lobarsing Continuing our...
ashokkdas1958
Dec 6, 20247 min read


Jiranga, the Little Tibet of Odisha: The Tibetan Diaspora- Part I
Jiranga, the Little Tibet of Odisha - Part I : A Journey through Jiranga & Mahendragarh Tibetan Settlements The Tibetan Settlement : A...
ashokkdas1958
Nov 22, 20246 min read


A Journey Through Khajuraho's Temples : Beyond the Erotic - Part II
Khajuraho's Temples : Beyond the Erotic - Part II : Western Group of Temples In my previous post, I delved into the captivating...
ashokkdas1958
Nov 8, 20245 min read


A Journey Through Khajuraho's Temples : Beyond the Erotic
Khajuraho's Temples : Beyond the Erotic - Part I : Eastern & Southern Groups of Temples Khajuraho Temples ! The name itself conjures...
ashokkdas1958
Oct 27, 20245 min read


Odisha : Beyond the Golden Triangle - Exploring Unsung Treasures
Odisha : Beyond the Golden Triangle - PART – I : Huma Temple, Patali Srikhetra, Ranipur-Jharial, Charishambhu Temple & Sahasra...
ashokkdas1958
Oct 11, 20248 min read
bottom of page