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08/02/2019

Traditional Tibetan medicine

Traditional Tibetan medicine is known not only in Tibet or in Himalaya. In the 20th century this healing system has become popular in Europe and the USA, as the idea of its positive effects has been developed by travellers to Tibet and Asia. And quite many Tibetan doctors have moved abroad starting their practice.

The main principles of Traditional tibetan medicine is similar to another of this kind. The purpose of the healing procedure is to bring back the lost balance of energe which helps the body and mind to be healed naturally.

Tibetan medicine recognizes 5 Lung, or 5 types of energy:
- Life grasping Lung which is housed in the brain keeps a person alive, and is also tresponsible for a clear mind
- Upward moving Lung, housed in the chest, and provides ability to breath and some more functions
- All prevailing Lung, housed in the heart, it provides muscle movements
- Five accompanying Lung in the Somach and abdomen (digestive functies and metabolism)
- Downwards cleanxing Lung in the re**um and perineum, responsible for liquids leaving the body, also wastes, and for pleasures.

Tebetan doctors see any ilness as a condition when one or more Lung is out of balance. They make a thorough diagnostic and define the patology. Then they make a prescriotion, often using remedies made of herbs and other natural components.

Other popular procedures are massage, cleansing of nose, eyes, stomach etc.

Traditional Tibetan medicine is getting more and more popular thanks to its simplicity and mild working, while the results are spectacular.

One can visit a Tibetan medical centre or clinic while travelling in India, for example in Dharamsala/McLeod Ganj.

03/02/2019

A very serious God respected by many Hindus - Saturn, or Shani Dev ow they call him in the Jyotish astrology. He keeps the balance of good and evil deeds and helps people in finding a right way of life. Saturday is a Shani day, and devotees rush to the temple to pray this very special and unusual God.

24/01/2019

The Himalaya sand is the whitest in the world. When you look at it you may think: no dirt can ever come here! Why flying to the most expensive beaches of the world if you can come here and enjoy the fantastic views + heavenly air + the incredibly transparent water of the river and of course the ancient monuments around?

Sound attractive? Then contact us soon!

20/01/2019

Don't you think sometimes that sacral sites often remind a huge supermarket? You visit a temple where one hardly can find any place to pray because of a dense crowd inside and outside. When you find points of a special meaning such as an image of a deity or a sacral fire, you will be requested to pay quite a lot. Especially if you're a foreigner. No time to stand or sit, no chance to enjoy the energy...

But there is a good news! There are places of Power outside such official temples and holy sites, too! People who feel the energy, create them. For everybody and free of charge!

Look at this small shrine next to the path leading to , at the bank if the Neugal river. It gives energy and support to anybody who wants to meditate in this place. And the river helps to relax even more...

18/01/2019

A perfect morning can be like this: waking up by birds singing and river streaming. Doing 5 Tibetan exercises and taking a shower. Making breakfast: pancakes with youghurt and fruit. And having it in the bright mountain sun!

Listening to your favorite music while working a bit... And finally - going up the hill with a truly friend with four paws.

Sounds fantastic, right?

18/01/2019

Recharge your batteries for a long and healthy life in Himalaya!

15/01/2019

Between the two famous temples on top of the Shivalik hills, Hanuman ji Himself meets pelgrims and tourists... His blessings are very impressive and can't be forgotten...

13/01/2019

Local temples attended by devotees daily can look simple and uncomplicated. No rich and expensive decorations, just ordinary images and sometimes much chaos, too. But the energy is strong and the power of collective chanting and praying is incredible. No new and "official" temple can be compared with it!

On the photo: Govardhan Griraj temple. They say that wishes come true here.

09/01/2019

In India, many places are sacral cites: mostly we find how they are mentioned in mythes and legends, in the songs' texts and of course in the greatest books of India such as Ramayana and Mahabharata.

Some people have read these epic stories, some haven't. Even those who have, not always understand the meaning of the events which are described in them. While the stories, being ancient, stay popular and modern.

Such as a story about Manthara, an old maid of the queen Kaikeyi. This is she who convinced her lady-boss to demand from the king Dashratha to fulfill her wish which was: to send the eldest prince, Ram away from the city of Ayodhya, and to geive the throne to the Kaikeyi's son, Bharat.

When Ram is visited by his brothers who ask him to leave the forest and to give the last rites to their deceased father, he does as they ask him, but decides to stay in exile. And there comes Manthara who cries and beats herself. She blames her own stupidity for the tragedy of the kingdom.

Ram replies: it's not your fault Manthara. Everybody is responsible for their own deeds. they could have chosen not to listen to you and not to make their decision. So, it's only a will of Brahma that the situation comes our like this. But everybody can be responsible for their own deeds only, and not for the rest.

This a very wise statement which is absolutely true for everyone in our days. Thus, the great epic stories are very up-to-date!

There are brilliant books of Devdutt Pattanaik who narrates and explaines the mythes of India. And there is his brilliant short speech about the mythes and facts!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zr-UCs8g2s

07/01/2019

Winter tree near the village looks so fragile without it's lushy greenery. Beauty often looks fragile. But this impression is a deceit as beautiful things mostly are very strong and powerful ones!

01/01/2019

NEW YEAR means a fresh start! Mostly, you hardly see any changes but of course, there are ones!!!

We put the best seeds into soil and wait. In the daytime, it's sunny and nice. At night, chilly. Still, the seeds are growing. And in a couple of months - you check it! - young green saplings are out and surprise us with their strength!!!

Let's put our dreams into soil of love and hope, fertilize it with kind words and good intentions. And get excellent results very soon! Some patience is needed of course. As a seed has to be left in rest and only then, it will produce a miracle of grouwth and giving sweet fruits!!!

Happy New Year, dear friends!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

27/12/2018

Life in mountains is very pure and full of blessings. You always have much to do but your mind is being kept busy with positive things only. No stress and eyes open for miracles. Like this sunset star.

25/12/2018

Can you believe it's ? Look at these feet in the water. It's our local mountain river, Neugal. The temperature on December, 25 is approximately 20 degrees. You can easily go for a refreshing swim! Ok no a daytime then. And starry nights require a cozy chimney or bonfire... This is how life in Himalaya is...

24/12/2018

One night in the arms of Mother Nature - and half of your stress is eliminated. Wishing all of you Happy Christmas!!!

23/12/2018

Steps towards the restaurant and bakery. A new industrial oven has been tried out. Some Christmas cookies are available: today and a few more days!!! Come and try!

19/12/2018

What brings you in a festive moods? Cards and messages with a red-nosed Rudolf? Christmas trees with bright decorations? Jingle Bells melody from your phone? Or maybe a good dinner, with a turkey/meat pies/something else which symbolizes a Christmas night?

What do you think about a bonfire? Under a starry night? With logs crackling merrily in the fire, with grilled delicious bits and pieces? With mulled wine and grog?

If it sounds good for you, there is a chance of spending Christmas in HIMALAYA!!!

From 24 till 28 of December Palampur ecofarm is waiting for guests!!!

All questions about the accommodation and parties can be asked by a PERSONAL MESSAGE!

Be quick! The number of rooms is limited!

16/12/2018

A blue bird of happiness...
..lives in Himalaya. It's oficial name is blue whistling thrush. A charming blue singer with a thrilling voice, it is spread in several regions of Asia and also, in the mountain area.

A blue bird is a symbol of happiness and good luck in the folklore of many different countries such as China, Russia, France... They said, one can try to catch this lucky bird but will never succeed.

Well, you can, If you visit Himachal and be patient, the blue bird of happiness will show its beauty to you!

11/12/2018

Centuries are passing by and will be passing by... New generations and civilizations will be coming. But these Shiva and Parvati will stay: an eternal couple and eternal principle: the male and female energy are always walking together, hand in hand. This is how the Life itself goes on...

08/12/2018

One of the secrets of a happy live is... to be able to share the space, the bread, the air and the sun... with all other people even if they speak a different language and eat different food.
Parsee have become a part of Indian multicultural society a very long ago. They were playing a big role in politics, economy and science of India. Do you know something about parsee?.

04/12/2018

Sometimes when you look at an ancient building you try to imagine how it to be centuries ago. Who tlivedhere, who came for a visit and why. Buildings have therheire own souls. Isn't it interesting to find,it out?..

03/12/2018

Himalaya… the name means “snow dwelling”. The level of snow on the peaks is indeed very big and some of them stay covered with snow full time, while the mountains are situated quite nearby the tropic area!

Himalaya is among the youngest mountain chains of the world. It lies in six countries (do you know which ones?) Not only famous mountains like Everest, Kachenjunga and Kailash belong to it but also mountain lakes which lie on altitude from 4000 up to 5200 m! Sacral rivers of India begin from Himalaya. Many monasteries and temples are here. Shiva Himself is believed to meditate in his cave on the Kailash mountain!

Himalaya also gives life: literally, because the mountain ranges protect the inner areas of India from the dryness and help to form the monsoons which allow the nature to revive. Many, many plants and animals have their home in this magnificent mountains!

It’s always worth trekking in Himalaya, even if it’s on a quite low altitude. If your are a nature-lover, this beauty is waiting for you!

02/12/2018

Did you granny cook organic food?

Organic food... It's a world trend now. Many food manufacturers with success sell their production visibly more expensive - because it has a lable "organic".
What does it actually mean?

Mostly organic = NO. No chemicals, No hormones, No GMO... Sometimes the list is even longer: no gluten, no cholesterol, no fats, no sugar, no... a thing!
Just if you think about a very simple fact: a negative saying - how can it be good for you?

What is my point? I used to buy vergetables in Europe: one day a week we had an organic market. In the Netherlands they called it "biological". It was not about products WITHOUT. It was about products WITH!

- With wonderful color: light or dark green, sunny yellow, bright orange, juicy red, shiny white!
- With a delightful smell and taste!
- With a smiling, healthy-looking guy or girl selling all that stuff and gladly informing you what for a long forgotten vegetable of their granny's time it was!

So, organic means: NATURAL. Nice, fresh, alive!
Did you granny cook organic food? No she didn't. But yes she did. All food was organic when ot grew in their own gardens and fields.

If we want to have organic food, we certainly need some knowledge. But most of all, we need our energy, our intention to get very tasty food... and to fill it in with love! This is very important!

I have seen enough of organic bread and pastries,. mostly they looked non-edible. believe me! Strange stuff, really. Without anything what can give you pleasure. As if made out of duty.

Bread which we bake is not organic. It's full of tasty elements: very good flour-mix, self-raised ferment for sourdough bread, good quality oil, sometimes seeds... and also it's full of sun, water, fire, good intentions and love for life and the mankind!

Wanna try?..

29/11/2018

What do you like more: the road or the destination? The process or the result?

You can say: both. Maybe. But most of the people slightly prefer one of the choices. And can explain why.

Being on the road is fascinating. Because it means: adventure, THE GREAT UNKNOWN which can be scary but so exciting as well!

There are many roads in the world. Highways, narrow paths or a calm street between the houses... A forest road, a desert road and a coastal road. Which roads are very difficult? Those in mountains!
Then why choosing them? Why not to stay home or have a drive on a flat road? Climbing up can be exausting, right?

Yes, but this challenge gives us a feeling that we are ALIVE!

28/11/2018

When you hear Himalaya, probably your first thought is about mountains. But it's also about forests and wild animals. You can meet many kinds of animals and birds just in the nature, especially in the evening and at night. But those who are very much interested and want to have an adventure, can visit the Great Himalayan National Park in Himachal Pradesh.

It's situated in the Kullu valley. Some places are on a moderate altitude of 1500 m while some others are on 6000 m. The park is huge and is spread on 755 km2.

it's not just a park but a UNESCO World Heritage site and visitors can enjoy the views and watch many samy species such as: Musk deer, Brown bear, Goral, Thar, Leopard, Snow leopard, Bharal, Serow, Monal, Kalij, Koklas, Cheer, Tragopan and Snow c**k.

You are not supposed to drive inside, so trekking is the only one option of moving in the park. Challenging but very rewarding!

The treks to the Great Himalayan park are being organised at in the Spring and Autumn. For queries, please message us or visit the website www.eatpraylove.in and make a phone call.

26/11/2018

Avalokiteshvara - a Buddha of Compassion

Among the Buddhist saints, Avalokiteshvara is one of the most favorite: many of his portraits and statues are found in countries where Buddhism has been spread. He also has different names in Tibet, China, Japan and Myanma. In China he even is associated with the female figure, Guanyin, the goddess of compassion!

They say: if you recite the mantra of Avalokiteshvara compassion will take place in your heart.
Try to do that while listening to this mantra: the video contains lyrics as well!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmFJQPovdu0

Find your inner peace with this. Lyrics: Namo Ratna Trayaya, Namo Arya Jnana Sagara, Vairochana, Byuhara Jara Tathagataya, Arahate, Samyaksam Buddhaya, Namo ...

25/11/2018

A cooking challenge

Imagine: 100 years ago which is not that much, you would arrive to a hill station in India. You are a Western traveller or maybe an officer/a clerk/an artist... India is a strange and beautiful place which inspires you a lot...

A big house on a hill... some smaller cottages around it. A dining hall. Mysterious mountains and forests. Cows and goats. Dogs and birds. Every morning you can have your cup of tea or coffee in bed. Or outside, in the garden. Aftewards a delicious breakfast will be served. And lunch... And dinner... And BBQ... You only can enjoy and relax. Nothing more required.

The same picture will be there if you visit Jerry's Jungle Huts. You can enjoy your lazy days. But there is one big difference! If 100 years ago you would never know where the kitchen is, nowadays you can have the COOKING CHALLENGE!

What does it mean? We are very much into cooking experiments. Indian and continental food is being prepared, nice pies and cakes baked, And we inpsire our guests to join and take part in cooking process - if they wish, of course!

In a couple of months a Food of 5 continents - cooking camp will take place. Follow our news here and at the Food of 5 continents! And don't forget to join the live cooking show!!!!!

24/11/2018

Marigolds are very special flowers of India. You can meet these bright orange or yellow flowers in many European countries where they just decorate the gardens. But in India, they are seen as sacral plants which can be used for offering to Gods. Bright, fresh garlands are always there near the temples.

But besides that, marigolds have one very useful qiality: they can scare-off monkeys who decide to visit your garden.

We also have very nice marigold fields at .

23/11/2018

The history of the country can be easily read in carved patterns and inscriptions. Sometimes it's not only about flowers birds but about the glorious deeds and victories of rulers and emperors.

Besides that, some places are believed to have healing powers. Like this Salim Chishti tomb .
Observing beautiful objects, its,healing by itself. Don't you think so?

22/11/2018

Buddhism of Vajrayana is not only about Buddha's teachings and meditation. Here we learn about demons, protector dieties,saints and helping spirits which can look quite fearful but benignly helpful!

21/11/2018

Fine dining at Jerry's Jungle Huts

Sunny days and starry nights make your holidays in Himalaya so unique! After a day of trekking, exploring, farming and meditating, a food dinner is even a bigger pleasure than usual. Fresh air boosts appetite and enhances methabolism.

At Jerry's Jungle Huts, we offer our guests fine dining in our restaturant cm bakery. Indian and continental dishes are waiting for you. French, Italian, Greek, Thai, Russian, Dutch, Spanish, Chinese, Indonesian and some other cooking traditions and recipes are being used in our kitchen. Also some nice baked stuff such as pastries, pies and cakes will be an extra reward after a tiring day!

Follow our another page Food of 5 continents and stay informed about the hottest news!

19/11/2018

Camping as a challenge

In old days, quite many people were travelling with a tent and enjoyed the freedom while sometimes there was not much comfort. Do you remember old-fashioned tents made of special textile? One should first learn how to set them and spend some time on settimg, mostly together with somebody else. It could get wet in the rain, so you was supposed to cover it with a huge plastic sheet.

And the modern tents? You can eaily take them for small houses. They are very comfortable,. light-weighted and can be set in 5 min by one person! Also, great sleeping bags and special mats are the great achievements of the trekking equipment industry!

When you travel to Himalaya, it can be so rewarding to try trekking as well! Staying in a house or hotel is also nice, there's no doubts. But sleeping in a tent under a sky full of stars... enjoying wild herbs and flowers fragrance... hearing the wind in the trees... Isn't it wonderful?

At we have tents for rent and also a field for camping with your own tents. Meals are also available.

18/11/2018

Himachal is a fruit capital of India. Apples, bananas, apricots, plums, mangoes... and more of the fresh, juicy production is a trademark of this state, together with many Buddhist monasteries and magnificent mountains.
Climate/altitude combination makes this place a fruit paradise!

17/11/2018

Its been a few days immersed in the lap of Dhauladhar at JJH Palampur being welcomed by Brandy and his gang of doggies ( mostly on my lap!!!). From a few vultures hovering in blue skies over the high hills around us to a fleeting Himalayan bulbul in the dining room!! Saved from Brandy's jaws!! Not to mention daily walks in the neighborhood! Invigorating to say the least.

16/11/2018

Banana is a grass but you can never guess it. Just look at this huge bush which gets flowers and fruit now and then. Wanna harvest your own banana? Then visit our .

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15/11/2018

Mountains have amazing healing qualities

Mountain air is specially therapeutic for us folk from polluted cities which lack green lungs. It was not without reason that meditating in the mountain air with mixed forests was recommended for its strong anti-bactierial properties.

Pine-trees and deodar trees in combination with sweet thin oxygen can do wonders for your lung problems, asthma or allergy feel much better. It is medically proved by several generations of doctors.

In case of any throat or lung discomfort, just visit a hill station - such as . Your health will improve in no time!