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Winter Wonderland – Trek to Fairy tale Place – Kuari Pass

Himalayas always work as a magnet for me and I can never be away from them for long. A few years ago, I made a resolution to try and do at least 2 Himalayan trek a year. While 2020 was almost a complete wash out, I was eager to go back to Himalayan ranges as… Continue reading Winter Wonderland – Trek to Fairy tale Place – Kuari Pass

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Ancient Archeological Temples of Aihole and Charismatic Monuments of Pattadakal

Ancient temple town of Aihole Our next destination post Banashankari temple was Aihole. Its located around 35 kms from Badami. Aihole was the cultural capital during the period of Western Chalukya dynasty of Badami. Main attraction here is the archeological park. This tiny village is located on the banks of River Malaprabha. Durga Devi Durga… Continue reading Ancient Archeological Temples of Aihole and Charismatic Monuments of Pattadakal

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Hike to Kathachi Temple – Amidst Mystic Peaks- Himachal Pradesh – Mandi – Trip log

Kathachi is a small village in the Mandi tehsil, Mandi District of Himachal Pradesh. This village is close to IIT Mandi Campus. During our brief stay in IIT Mandi we explored several hike routes which will lead to Kathachi temple. It’s called as Baba Barnatri Shri Mandir by localities. This temple is so strategically placed,… Continue reading Hike to Kathachi Temple – Amidst Mystic Peaks- Himachal Pradesh – Mandi – Trip log

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Alluring Khanahr Peak – Himachal Pradesh – Mandi – Trip log

This big beautiful mountain was so alluring to us from the balcony of our home in IIT Mandi. This is called Khanahr Peak. Small Himalayan village of Khanahr was perched closer to other side of the peak. On a lazy Sunday morning, we decided to climb that.   View of Khanahr peak and Dhauladhar Range… Continue reading Alluring Khanahr Peak – Himachal Pradesh – Mandi – Trip log

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Hike to Devi temple in the midst of pine forest

From the time we reached IIT Mandi campus, I was eager to explore these surrounding mountains. We decided to explore the surrounding area around this Devi temple which is located in the midst of Pine forest. View from local bridge My kiddo hiking up This temple is located bit away from village and is only… Continue reading Hike to Devi temple in the midst of pine forest

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Bike Trip -Manali to Leh Ladakh

Have you been planning for a bike trip from Manali to Leh? Looking for a itinerary? Then you have landed in right place. Banbajara Team have put together an wonderful itinary for you. Have a look -Total Distance: 2300 klick (approximate value) -Best time to Visit: June to Gregorian calendar month -Route Map: Your city-… Continue reading Bike Trip -Manali to Leh Ladakh

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Road Trip to Bihar – Guest Post by Neela Ghate — Part 2

Did you all enjoy the way Neela took us to Bhopal, Varanasi and Patna. Are you ready for more? Link for Part 1: Road Trip to Bihar – Guest Post by Neela Ghante — Part 1 Part 5 Patna is a very crowded and dusty city, with 3 beautifully decorated railway stations. The Ganga ghat in… Continue reading Road Trip to Bihar – Guest Post by Neela Ghate — Part 2

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Road Trip to Bihar – Guest Post by Neela Ghate — Part 1

Traditional vacations the way we know and treasure them are on pause. Neela here decided to take us on a virtual vacation on her recent road trip to Bihar.                                                Get ready and… Continue reading Road Trip to Bihar – Guest Post by Neela Ghate — Part 1