Amarnath shrine is are one of the most renowned shrines in Hinduism, and is devoted to the god Shiva. The shrine is claimed to be over 5,000 years old and forms a significant part of old Hindu mythology. Inside the main Amarnath cave is an ice stalagmite which looks like the Shiva Linga, which waxes during May to August and gradually wanes thereafter. This lingam is said to become big and get smaller with the phases of the moon, reaching its...more
Shiva is one of the holy Trinity. Vedic myths, ceremonies and even astronomy bear witness to his existence. But Shiva, the destroyer, the mendicant, is hard to define. Amarnath CavesThe Yatra (pilgrimage) on foot to Amarnath Cave, regarded as one of the holiest naturally occurring shrines of the Hindu faith, is done annually past more than a hundred years. Extending up 130 feet, the Amarnath Cave is towering and shallow. A Linga Of Ice Within...more
Siem Reap, a vibrant city in Cambodia, combines age-old traditions with a modern tourism-based economy. In the older parts of the city, the Old Market and the Old French Quarter, many Chinese-style and colonial buildings can still be seen. Today, Siem Reap is a popular tourist destination and accordingly many modern hotels and restaurants have been established in the city and its environs. Craft shops and apsara dance performances attract visitors in the city, whilst in the surrounding countryside rice paddies, silk farms, a bird sanctuary and fishing villages give a real flavour of the country. Siem Reap is famed as the gateway to the internationally renowned historical complex of Angkor Wat, the 12th century temple site. The citys native inhabitants, despite its status as a hub for international tourism, have still retained their age old customs, traditions and culture making it a fascinating experience for the visitor. Although Siem Reaps attractions are well known, the region has evaded the danger of over-development, meaning that it is still possible to find privacy and an individual experience in the area. One of Siem Reaps most attractive highlights is the Royal Crusade for...more
Legend has it that Shiva narrated the secret of creation to Parvati in a cave in Amarnath. They did not know that, a pair of mating doves are hearing this conversation and having learned the secret, are reborn again and again, and have made the cave their everlasting abode. Many pilgrims report seeing this pair Amarnath shrine to pay respect to the...more
Shiva is one of the holy trinity. The most holy and oldest book of India, the Rig Veda brings to mind his presence in its hymns. Vedic myths, ritual and even astronomy bear witness to his existence from the time immemorial. But Shiva, the destroyer, the mendicant, can not be defined: he is a big yogi, the guardian of the unlimited. Shiva is...more
Day 01: Delhi or Jammu-Pahalgam Distance: 320kms. Driving Time (App.): 8-9 hrs On reaching the Srinagar airport a person has to head towards Pahalgam. Or one can come via train to Jammu and then drive down to Pahalgam. . On reaching Pahalgam there is overnight stay at the hotel. Day 02: Pahalgham - Chandanwari - Sheshnag Distance: 16 kms+trek*13 kms Driving Time (App.): 6-7hrs. From Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds) one has to drive to Chandanwari. Pahalgam is the ideal base for most of the treks. Chandanwari (2896 Mts.) is a small shut off vale, at the intersection of Sheshnag stream and the stream for Astanmarg. On arrival to Chandanwari, trek to Sheshnag which is approximately 13 kms (3576 Mts.). First it is uphill climb to the Pissu Ghati and then climb is gradual to the Sheshnag Lake. Sheshnag is a very the windy place in this valley. . Dinner and overnight stay is in tents at Sheshnag. Day 03: Sheshnag - Panchtarni - Amarnath -Panchtarni Distance: Trek*17kms +Visiting the holy cave+trek*6kms Driving Time (App.): 11-12hrs The trek begins from Sheshnag to Panchtarni (3657 Mts.) The walk is through Mahagunas Pass (3200 Mts), and then a gradual walk to Panchtarni. Further trek...more
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To travel by bus is a good way to enjoy the journey as then one can get to see the country side and also stop at certain places which if traveling in train or airplane you would not stop at. Traveling by bus is especially convenient when you have to...more