Last time, I went on a trek to Madmaheshwar, one of the sacred Panch Kedar shrines in Uttarakhand. This was not just a trek, but an emotional and spiritual experience. I went with two of my college-time friends, and we completed the journey with a 2-night stay plan. This trek is a mix of adventure, natural beauty, and devotion.
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Himalayas are sacred. We proudly call it Devbhoomi – the land of gods. But today, this divine land is facing a serious threat. The reason? Blind development, unplanned construction, and land slipping at an alarming rate.
After a five-year break, Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Uttarakhand’s Kumaon corridor has finally resumed in 2025. This ancient pilgrimage is not just a journey—it is a spiritual calling that attracts thousands of devotees from India and across the world.
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The city of Dehradun is all set to host a big global event—Himalaya Calling 2025, a summit dedicated to sustainable development in Himalayan and mountain regions. This summit will bring together experts, policymakers, climate leaders, travel businesses, students, bloggers, and community groups from across India and the world.
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In the beautiful but fragile hills of Uttarakhand, a silent tragedy is unfolding. One by one, villages are turning into ghost towns. You can see locked doors, broken houses, and empty courtyards. Families who once lived together are now scattered across cities. This article explores why people are leaving their ancestral homes and what we all can learn from it.
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In the history of Indian mountaineering, one name always stands tall — Bachendri Pal. Born in a small Himalayan village, she became the first Indian woman to summit Mount Everest, the highest peak in the world. Her journey from a humble background to global fame is a story of strength, courage, and determination.
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India has two top-class skiing destinations – Auli in Uttarakhand and Gulmarg in Jammu & Kashmir. Both are beautiful, full of snow and excitement. But if you are planning a skiing trip, you might be wondering – Which one is better?
India is home to the mighty Himalayas, making it a dreamland for mountaineers and adventure lovers. From snow-capped peaks to rugged terrains, the country offers top-class mountaineering training through several reputed institutes. These institutes provide both beginners and advanced climbers with technical skills, endurance training, and survival techniques in extreme conditions
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Harela Mela is one of the most loved and unique festivals of Kumaon region in Uttarakhand. It is a beautiful mix of agriculture, environment, culture, and devotion. In the local language, Harela means “green leaves” or “new harvest.” This festival is deeply rooted in farming life and village traditions of the Himalayas.
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Every 12 years, a rare and powerful festival takes place in the high Himalayan valleys of Uttarakhand. This is the Kandali Festival (also known as Kangdali Festival), celebrated by the Rung tribe in the Chaudans valley of Pithoragarh district. The 2023 celebration of this festival marked one of the most vibrant tribal gatherings in the Indian Himalayas.
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