Himalayan Voyages

28/01/2025

A desire to go on for a wonderful Chaddar trek on Zanskar river got fulfilled and what more can be expected when it is with our group from France comprising of beautiful people. These were some great days well spent together.

18/11/2024

🌍 Welcome to the Travelife Family, Aura Voyages!🌱

We are delighted to announce that Aura Voyages, a premier travel brand from New Delhi known for its immersive travel experiences in India and the Himalayas, has joined the Travelife program. By starting their sustainability journey with Travelife, Aura Voyages is reaffirming its dedication to responsible tourism.

Aura Voyages not only works closely with local communities to deliver rich, unique travel experiences but also runs impactful campaigns that foster positive change in the environment, livelihoods, and the future of diverse regions across India. They believe every dollar spent on their travels contributes to a greater good.

They also encourage travelers to get involved by volunteering and supporting these initiatives, amplifying the positive impact they create together. Their work helps connect travelers to the entire travel economy, making every journey meaningful.

Congratulations to Aura Voyages for embracing sustainability and for making a difference in the world of tourism! 🌏✨

Learn more about their story here:
https://auravoyages.com/about-aura







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25/03/2024

02/04/2023

Pul Kanjari - a historical site lies 5 kms away from Wagah border, Amritsar. It is claimed to be one of many historical heritage sites built by art aficionado Maharaja Ranjit Singh ji. The story surrounding this pul (bridge) is that the king got it constructed for a dancer in his court, Moran. When she was crossing the canal, one of her shoes fell into the water and she coaxed the king to construct a bridge for her to cross it. The complex consists of a Shiva temple, the Sarovar (canal), a baradari (house with 12 doors) and a mosque. Bulk of the structure is made of Nanakshahi bricks, having lesser width and thickness, allowing more detailed work to be done. A walk or drive through this village is itself satisfying as you will see the green fields throughout.

Pul Kanjari is rich in history and holds a prominent place in the Indo-Pak wars. If one ever visits Amritsar or Wagah Border, this place can be visited which is simple and elegant. The place is less crowded with tourists and is peaceful most of the time and it is a good place for photography.

28/03/2023

Festival of "Shand" in Indian Himalayan states like Himachal Pradesh is celebrated with great enthusiasm by the villagers. This festival is related to the renovation of the centuries old village temple when the main deity is welcomed in the renovated temple after staying in a temporary place in the same temple premises till the renovation work is completed. Villagers invite their relatives as well to attend and be a part of this auspicious village temple festival.

25/03/2023

Buransh or Lal Brass / Red Rhododendron (Rhododendron Arboreum) is an evergreen flowering tree species in the Himalayan region which can be found at altitude ranging from 1500 - 3,000 metres asl. The tree is weaved into the region's local culture, traditional medicine and supports it's economy. Peak flowering season stretches between February and April every year. Photo taken at Jakhoo Hill, Shimla.

09/03/2023

Hola Mohalla - a Sikh festival is celebrated in March month at Anandpur Sahib in the state of Punjab, India. The festival is celebrated the day after the festival of Holi, honours valour, skill and defence preparedness, introduced by the Tenth Guru, Guru Gobind Singh ji. A major part of the festivities include a display of skills by various groups of Nihang Sikhs, an armed Sikh warrior order. People from all parts of Punjab reach Anandpur Sahib to celebrate this festival. It's a great occasion where one can experience the rich culture and heritage of Sikhism.

27/02/2023

Traditional Himachali food in the making. This recipe is locally known as "askalu" which is made with rice flour. It used to be made during festivals like Diwali but is made on other special occasions as well. It is usually eaten with chini bura (white sugar powder) and ghee (clarified butter) or with shakkar (jaggery powder) and ghee and can also be enjoyed with urad dal (black gram lentil) . Quite famous in Solan district of Himachal Pradesh and some lower parts close to Shimla area but maybe made in some other regions of Himachal Pradesh as well with slight variations.

26/02/2023

It's a blooming time for stone fruit plants like plums, apricots etc. These trees flower at the end of winter and in early spring which is the best time to experience these mesmerizing sights.

23/02/2023

Magnificent flowering Bombax Ceiba (simbal) trees can be seen in lower parts of Himachal Pradesh alongwith other Western Himalayan region. A characteristic feature of this tree is that it is hardly seen growing in groups and always grows as a single isolated tree.

21/02/2023

Week long famous Mandi Shivratri festival has started from 19th February. Mandi's Shivratri fair is a fascinating example of Himachal's multi deity culture. The highlight of the festival is the congregation of over 200 deities who come on ornate palanquins by devotees from near and distant villages.