Kashmir

The road to Paradise – Kashmir

Kashmir is scary in the news media. But, it is a paradise for all. For a rich experience, come visit this beautiful valley.

Jadhs of Nelong Valley: Living In The Harsh Terrain

Do you know about the Jadhs of Nelong valley? If not, this blog is for you! The Jadhs were a semi-nomadic tribe that lived in the Nelong valley before the Sino-India war in 1962. This valley was the hub of a central trade route. The Jadhs were expert traders and used their resources to build …

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Kandaar Devta – The protector of the valley and villages

Amidst the spectacular views of the Himalayas, there is a small hamlet, Sangrali, in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand. The village deity is the famous Kandaar devta. Kandaar devta is revered and celebrated for his miracles. I received an invite to the Mela (village fair). It was a blessing to witness this auspicious Mela. Young men dancing with …

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