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JOURNEY TO PANGONG LAKE: CONQUERING THE ROAD FROM NUBRA VALLEY.

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 THE WAY TO PANGONG LAKE FROM NUBRA. Pangong Lake, nestled at a staggering altitude of around 18,000 feet, is not just a body of water but a natural wonder that leaves travelers in awe. It is the world’s highest saltwater lake and one of the longest lakes, stretching its azure waters across 134 kilometers. With its stunning peacock blue hue, this magnificent lake is shared by two nations—India and China—adding to its mystique and strategic significance. However, reaching this breathtaking destination, especially from the Nubra Valley, is no easy feat. The journey is as challenging as it is rewarding, testing the skills and endurance of even the most seasoned drivers. The Route: Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake The route from Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake is one of the most adventurous and challenging drives in the Himalayas. The journey typically starts from Diskit, the largest and oldest town in Nubra Valley, and covers approximately 160 kilometers to reach the lake. This route travers...

RANTHAMBORE: THE TRINKET OF THE ARAVALIS

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  I visited many a forest in my quest for wildlife and photographed the forest and the wildlife therein. Every forest that I visited had a character of its own that was distinctively different than the other. Every forest had its own charm and spiritual connection. When one actually makes a plan to visit a wildlife sanctuary or visit the forest one should not have any expectations of any sort. Only then the safari through the jungle trails keep throwing up surprises and makes your wildlife experience electrifying and memorable On a cold misty morning in Ranthambore. So when I planned to visit Ranthambore I actually did some study about the forest itself and about the geography, terrain flora, and the fauna therein. Many of my wildlife photographer friends told me that Ranthambore is one such forest where you would definitely come face to face with the most majestic and elegant animal, The Royal Bengal Tiger. It was this assurance that  I embarked on the train to Sawai Madhopur...