Heaven is Myth, Himachal is real

Want freedom from this exasperated life?

Want to be relieved from the burden of being a being? Then believe that heaven exists on the earth.

Lush valleys, looming mountain ranges and sounds of Parvati river babble are the breathtaking beauty to explore and experience in the Himachal Pradesh state in India. It is a delightful abode that none can forget once visited.

If you are planning for a 6-7 days trip, you can put Kasol, Manikaran, Tosh, Khirganga, Rishikesh in your travel cart.

Kasol once a small village now known as Mini Israel of India is a popular destination for backpackers and travelers from across the globe.

With the babbles and white water of river Paravati which carves the city in a mesmerizing and hypnotized landscape. Although Kasol has enough number of hotels, villas for stay but I would suggest to stay at The Whoopers Hostel (2.4 Km distance from Kasol road) and fill the void of your memories by the jaw dropping views of Paravati river bank, pictures says it all.

If you are a English breakfast lover so yes there are lots of popular cafes, restaurant, bakeries that servers English, Israel, Veg, Non veg delicious breakfast post that handicraft lovers rush to the market and relax yourself in the garden.

And if you are done with the Kasol why not to visit Tosh snuggled in the arms of Parvati valley where natural beauty meets the cultural beauty converting it into an amusing village?

A beautiful journey from Barsheni to Tosh where your heart says I wish this journey should never end. There are buses from Kasol till Barsheni post that you need to hire private taxi to reach Tosh situated at a height of 8000 ft approximately.

A Pahadi is the one who has zeal to stand strong whatever happens and I assure if you have travelled Tosh then you call yourself Pahadi. One can spend hours observing the Himachal valleys from the roof of whoopers hostel and when the peaceful moon take control over you at 3 degree Celsius and of course that Bonfire where stars will be gazing at you and winds will be chilling you, don’t forget to rejoice till the last breath of the night.

You feel reborn next day and ‘The energized you’ needs to go on a Trek.

Khirganga brings a unique and mesmerizing experience, Let that experience be a secret just to you, Forever!

A trek so beautiful that physical workout feels like a picnic.

Picturesque journey of 12- 16 km that feels like you landed in the Heaven.

A dreamlike natural pool surrounded by snow but warmed by hot spring.

Was I dreaming? Maybe.

A quick guide to carrying essentials for the trek – Trekking shoes, light weight backpack, empty bottles, snow jackets, fleece jackets and most important Your buddies.

The main path starts from Barsheni around 11 am. I won’t hide my excitement its like Himachal valley is saying to me to ‘Burn your sorrows to ashes to reemerge to a new self, Care free! Fearless!’

Around half the distance, there is a mesmerizing waterfall with a dhaba café on the right. I would really suggest to fill your water bottles here, as the water is so clean and pure unlike the normal packaged drinking water. Shalom Waterfall is the halt point for most of the trekkers where one can enjoy some snacks and beverages before continuing the journey.

And after a restless effort of hiking for five-six hours, when your foot steps on the summit, relax yourself in the camps over the hill. This is the moment you will feel you have achieved something where you have conquered the world, LOL! that was just a joke.

As healthy mind resides in a healthy body, shred your tiredness by taking a bath into the hot water spring.

All mythological worshipers, for you there’s a Shiva temple beneath the spring which is a unique thing in itself.

Lest you will be served a healthy dinner by your camp organizer.

After sun goes down you will find yourself Cleansed! Pure! Reborn!. Life is cruel and leads you in fabrications but you will realize this Himalayan trip came to rescue.

Know that you are blessed with the crazy friends, mountains and the Pahadi you. I have gained one experience of Himachal and craving for the next.

People, this was my effort in the form of first blog which elucidates my once in a lifetime experience and I hope I have made you to book tickets to heaven, the upcoming month 🙂

Don’t stop yourself from showing your crave for Himachal and love for this post too in comments.

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