Dalai Lama’s escape from Tibet to India was a milestone event in the history of the world. In a way it marks the starting of the Tibetan struggle for independence. Read on to find out …
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Tunnels, Bridges, Stats and Stories of Kalka Shimla Railway Line
The Kalka Shimla railway line is a great achievement of human ingenuity. It provides a completely unique view of the Shivalik hills and the towns it passes by. This piece of heritage needs to be …
Continue reading5 Easy Treks Around Shimla Town for Everyone
If you’ve been feeling wound up and want to go out in nature but don’t have the time to go on a long multiday trek, then you can choose one of the easy treks and walks that abound in and around Shimla town. It is said that Shimla is best enjoyed by walking; read on to know why.
Continue readingHatu Peak Trek – A Pleasant Walk through the Verdant Forests
The Hatu temple is a view to behold in itself. The intricacy of the woodwork mesmerized me as I tried to take in the stories carved into the wood
Continue readingDharamsala International Film Festival 2013 from Oct 24
International art and culture is going to grace the misty mountains of McLeod Ganj, Dharamsala for 4 days starting from October 24 this week. The Dharamsala International Film Festival that started only last year will be held for the second time at the Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts. Some great films and art are on offer for anyone living or visiting Dharamsala this week.
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