Nestled among the lush green, verdant Kumaon Hills of Uttarakhand, at a comfortable distance of 8 km from Almora district, Kasar Devi is one of the most unique spiritual and healing centers in India. With the presiding deity being Kasar Devi, this popular pilgrimage destination is not only known all over the world for its one-of-a-kind rejuvenating powers but is […]

Situated in the Rudraprayag district of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand, and perched at an elevation of 1,980 meters above sea level, Triyuginarayan Mandir is one of the most pious pilgrimage spots in India. This ancient temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and remains flocked by pilgrims seeking the almighty’s blessings. The entire architecture of the temple bears an uncanny resemblance to the […]

The Hindu temple of Kedarnath is one of the holiest and most sacred shrines in India. Situated high among the Garhwal Himalayan range at a height of 3,583 meters above sea level, the temple site offers its visitors some of the most panoramic and scenic views of the surrounding landscape. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and as history […]

Located in the Himalayan highlands of Uttarakhand at an elevation of 1,160 meters above sea level, this sanctuary was established under the Wildlife Protection Act in 1972. Its purpose is to protect the endangered Himalayan Musk deer. Spanning an expansive and green landscape of 975 sq. km, covering the Chamoli and Rudraprayag districts of Uttarakhand, the sanctuary is named after […]

When you think of yoga or Ayurveda, one can’t help but think of India. These ancient healing and spiritual sciences originated in this beautiful nation. Even today, people from around the world seek out India for the healing and spiritual rejuvenation these arts offer. If you are looking for a wellness-inspired sabbatical, nothing would be better than planning a yoga […]

“Flowers are sweet. They have short, beatific lives. They offer much pleasure. There is nothing in the world that can be said against them. Sad, isn’t it, that all they can kiss is the air.” (Mary Oliver) What can one say about the glory of flowers, the most ephemeral and beautiful of God’s creations? The mere sight of flowers reminds […]

One of our guests, Miss Anupama, 45, who traveled with us on the Char Dham Yatra, has agreed to share an account of her experience. Read on for her diary entries and beautiful descriptions. Day 1: Home – Delhi It was a typical summer afternoon in Delhi—hot and bustling with the never-ending hullabaloo of vehicles and a hundred thoughts racing […]

Hinduism is full of rituals for all occasions in life and death. Death brings its own set of rituals like Shraddh, Asthi Visarjan, and Pind Daan. Pind Daan is a ritual to venerate ancestors and facilitate the journey of their souls towards salvation. It is believed that Lord Brahma started this practice. The Pind Daan ceremony is important because it […]

Uttarakhand, the land of paradisiacal beauty set amid the lofty peaks of the Garhwal Himalayas, is famed for its many significant temples and pilgrimage spots. But the state deserves special mention for its many idyllic hill stations too. The beautiful hill stations in Uttarakhand are some of the most mesmerizing locations in the lap of pristine nature, far away from […]

You must have heard about various places in the world where you can find your much-sought-after love. In India, too, there is one such place that unites loving hearts. If your family is against your love, you could visit a temple in Uttarakhand to help win over their approval. At the Chitai Temple in Almora, nearly 400 weddings are solemnized […]