My Yatra Diary...

My Yatra Diary...

My Yatra Diary... Reflections 2010

Posted: 29 Dec 2010 07:28 AM PST

By Gods grace, the year 2010 was full of travels...

I Travelled…
  • For the soul…
Rishikesh

"The entire stretch of the Ram Jhula gives you a marvelous view of this 
exotic city. I longed the stretch to be a little longer cause 
the view from up there was amazing…" to read more Click Here



The Magh Mela or the mini Kumbh Mela at Prayag, Allahabad
Magh Mela, Prayag-Allahabad

"Each minute I spent in this captivating carnival was a prayer, every moment of it dipped in divinity; it was truly an expedition of spiritual enlightenment…" to read more Click Here

  • To capture the essence of life…


 Dashashwamedh Ghat, Varanasi

"Early morning, people start gathering at the various ghats to perform these rituals revolving around the ghats of the holy river, The Ganga, and which continue throughout the day…" to read more Click Here

…And Death in the oldest living city, Varanasi in the world…

The Manikarnika or the Burning Ghat in Varanasi 
 Manikarnika Ghat, Varanasi

"Funeral pyres continue to burn here night and day. Ashes are immersed and flown into the currents of the Ganges just as life flows into eternity..." to read more Click Here

  • To discover the footprints left behind by great men of yore…
Kabirvad - The largest ond the oldest Banayan tree in India
A unique place, Kabirvad

"The view was simply amazing and all I could see were the Banyan tree branches spread out far and wide, hanging aerial roots, monkeys playing on them and thousands of bats hanging upside down..." to read more Click Here

A picture of composure - Gautam Buddha, Sarnath 
Gautam Buddha, Sarnath

"I was surprised to notice that despite the steady stream of devotees trickling in, there was an air of stillness that enveloped this temple, something that we often associate with the Buddha himself…" to read more Click Here
  • To savor the rich cultural heritage of India…
Rani Sati Dadi Temple in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan 
 Rani Sati Dadi Temple, Jhunjhunu-Rajasthan

"The interiors, adorned with exquisite murals and fascinating rich glass mosaics depicting the entire history of the place, are eye-catching. I grabbed a seat in the middle of the room, trying to soak in every detail…" to read more Click Here

Ranchhodrai Temple in Dakor, Gujarat 
Ranchhodrai Temple, Dakor

"Like all ancient temples, this temple too has a captivating saga that unfurls when one delves in its history…" to read more Click Here
  • For my Love – Food…
Lip smacking street food in Varanasi
Street food of Varanasi

"You cannot turn in Varanasi without bumping into a thela (push-cart) of something tasty…" to read more Click Here

And Shopping...


Surat Sarees

"The textile capital of India – Surat is known all over the world for its beautiful and gorgeous Saris, the traditional dress of India. No wonder then, it is also a shopper's paradise for every Indian woman…" to read more Click Here

I travelled to be Happy… To be with YOU :)

One year has flown by… and as I flip through the 75 pages of My Diary, I realize that the biggest joy for me today is that I am not alone. I have never loved the idea of travelling alone and I am so grateful you all are here! A big Thank You to everyone reading this, for staying with me so long and true, for encouraging me with your kind words, for accompanying me in my journeys, for just being there for me! You are the reason I love my blog and I hope to have your company in my future journeys as well.
 
 
As we bid goodbye to the first decade of the 21st century and gear up to step in a new year 2011… I wish all of you loads of cheer, joy and a very Happy New Year.
See you all next year!