Located at 12,000 ft, Tungnath is the highest Shiva temple in the world and one of the five sacred Kedars. The trek takes you through beautiful forests, green meadows, and stunning mountain views.

But the journey doesn't end here! Continue to Chandrashila Summit for amazing 360° views of the Himalayas, including peaks like Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba, and Trishul.

You can also visit Deoriatal, a beautiful lake surrounded by forests and mountain views. And when winter arrives, the Chopta–Tungnath–Chandrashila trail turns into a snowy wonderland, making the trek even more special.

A beautiful trail, a sacred temple, and Himalayan views that make every step worth it.

So in my village they (fun guys)took me to the top of the village water tank and then we chit chat about silly things. But the time we spent there was good watching sunset, listening to the village bhajans and the birds chirping nothing special but just something peaceful don't know in my heart or mind.

So took this video just so I don't forget that nature can only provide ultimate peace.

(Ps: English is not my first language, please point out any mistakes I made in the post. You can suggest what should I have written instead of any word)

Clouds above, calm within

While returning from work on Sunday evening, I realised Tuesday was a holiday for Dussehra. So, without much planning, I booked a Shatabdi ticket to Haridwar. Sometimes, spontaneous plans work out best!
I reached Haridwar around noon, took a bus and then an auto to the Laxman Jhula area. This is where most of the action happens, with hostels, cafés, restaurants and the Ganga all within walking distance.
I’ve stayed at Shiv Shakti, Zostel and The Hosteller on previous trips. This time, I chose \*\*Madpackers\*\*, and I really liked the experience. The staff was polite, and the common area had a great vibe. I even got to speak Bengali with someone from Kolkata and brush up on my Bengali after ages!
The next morning, I went river rafting. No pictures this time since I was travelling solo and skipped the GoPro package. After returning, I spent a few hours relaxing in the hostel’s common area before heading back to Delhi that evening.
\*\*Overall, a much-needed break!\*\* Two days felt a little rushed; three would have been ideal. But when you need a quick escape from Delhi, Rishikesh is a great option.
Sometimes, you don’t need an elaborate itinerary or company. Just book a ticket, find a decent hostel and enjoy doing nothing for a while.
Any recommendations for my next spontaneous solo trip from Delhi?

Hi everyone!

I'm planning a 2-night stay in Pondicherry with my family/partner and looking for a good sea-view, beach-facing, or beachfront hotel/homestay where we can enjoy the ocean right from the property.

My preference is somewhere peaceful, clean, safe, and comfortable, with a beautiful sea view and ideally direct access to the beach. I'm looking for something budget-friendly rather than a luxury resort.

If you've personally stayed at a good place or know of any hidden gems, please share your recommendations, approximate prices per night, and booking links if possible.

I'd really appreciate genuine suggestions based on your own experience, especially places that offer good value for money.

Thank you so much in advance!

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Took these during a trip to Kalasa, Karnataka. The weather kept changing between cloudy skies, a little sunshine, and mist rolling over the hills.
Honestly, pictures don’t really capture how peaceful this place feels. Just wanted to share a few of my favourite shots from the trip.
All photos clicked on my phone. Would love to know which one you liked the most![OC]

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Hey, I have 5 days off in November (23M, residing in Delhi). Was thinking of spending some time in the mountains, and found Chakrata quite interesting. I mainly have three questions from this forum:

1. 3 days in Chakrata is a good enough time to explore the town at a relaxed pace?

2. Where else can I spend the next two days? I fear the cities (Dehradun/Mussoorie) would be too crowded during the festive season

3. Is it better to reach Chakrata from Dehradun, or from Mussoorie?

Thanks!

Not underated but understated.

Pata hai aaj kya hua? A few days ago, I visited Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, for the darshan of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi, and honestly, it was my first time there. I don't think I can properly explain how beautiful the whole experience was. The journey, the mountains, the views, and the feeling of being there for Maa's darshan made it so special for me.

Katra was such a beautiful place, and the entire trip felt different from my usual routine. I clicked these pictures during the trip, and every time I look at them, I remember those moments. Even the little things, like exploring the surroundings and spotting that unusual insect, became memories worth keeping.

It was genuinely one of the best trips I've ever had. I'm so glad I got the chance to visit Maa Vaishno Devi, and I would love to go there again someday.

Jai Mata Di🙏

Hello,

So in early December my parents are celebrating their 30th anniversary and we want to send them for a couple's trip (they haven't been to one in almost 25 years).

Age: They are elderly and don't prefer walking.

Location: We prefer India because of budget constraints and passport requirements.

Budget: Our budget is around INR 60K or less.

Food: Also, they are vegetarian, so food and place needs to have that.

No no list: We have explored Assam/ West Bengal/ Rajasthan and Central India.

I will really appreciate if you can give me any recommendations of places/ packages/ things to do etc.

I need your help picking a place and general suggestions during a trip my friend and I are taking in mid February.

Length of Trip: 18 Days (including travel time)
Budget: Still working on that. But we're not splurging for fancy resorts for lodging if that helps. Rather use funds for experiences below.

We're going to visit:
- Either Mumbai or Delhi
- Jaipur
- Somewhere in South India
- Goa (If we have time)

We'd love to experience:
- Nature (Green, hills, mountains, water, ANY nature is fair game)
- Food
- Spices. I'd love to help harvest them (as many different types) if possible. Or at least get to visit experience the cultivation process in some way.
- Jewish Culture in India
- Shopping (Clothes / Jewelry).
- UNESCO World Heritage Sites (link to map)
- Cultural Tours and other Experience based things
- Learn a Skill? Unsure about this, but if there's something India could teach us we'd love to learn
- If a place happens to align with a popular Bollywood location that'd be nice. (think Chaiyya Chaiyya railway)

Background:
- We're in our 30s
- One knows Hindi (not super fluent, but enough to watch a movie without subtitles)
- We're a bit anxious on the Tourist Infrastructure in some areas. Mainly because we don't know things yet. But we've traveled around a bit (Hong Kong, Spain, Korea).

South India Uncertainty. We're unsure where to go:
- My friend loves coffee, so I was thinking, **Coorg/**Kodagu. or nature in Kodaikanal.
- But since these are not a major cities, I'm unsure about the travel infrastructure.

We could use your help on:
- Suggestions on places to visit?
- Picking which area in South to vist
- Do you think we have enough time to go to a 4th area - Goa? with our 18 days timeline?

Thank you in advance.

I’m headed to India in a few days and was approved for my visa several weeks ago (I’m from the US).

Two things that I’m confused about:

1) They asked about how many countries I’d been to in the past ten years, but I didn’t have enough space for them all. In fact, I just got back from a new one that I didn’t space for 2 weeks ago. Does this matter? What happens?

2) My e-Visa was granted. Do I need to print out and carry a physical copy of the eVisa Application Form with the actual photo? What happens when I actually land and go through immigration?

Thanks. The bureaucracy of this all has made me very anxious. I’ve never gone through a process like this.

Hi everyone!

I am looking for budget travel destinations across India under ₹5,000 from Nagpur and chhindwara or nearby railway stations, travelling by Sleeper or General Class.

What destinations would you recommend?

I am open to exploring all parts of India, including:

Mountains and hill stations

Beaches and coastal towns

Historical cities, forts, and monuments

Temples and pilgrimage destinations

Nature, waterfalls, forests, and wildlife areas

Cultural destinations and lesser-known places

Please share complete itineraries

For each destination, it would be helpful if you could mention:

Starting station and destination station.

Train name/number, approximate Sleeper or General fare, and travel time.

Return-ticket cost.

Affordable dormitory or hostel options and approximate prices.

Daily food expenses.

Local transport and sightseeing expenses.

Nearby places that can be covered on the same trip, including how to travel between them.

Total estimated cost, with a small emergency buffer.

Please share your personal experiences, train routes, hostel names, useful booking links, and money-saving tips.

Thank you!

Hi everyone!

I'm working on a product management assignment exploring the ride-hailing pickup experience in India. I'm trying to understand what passengers actually experience when booking a ride, particularly in busy places such as malls, office complexes, airports, and crowded streets.

I'd love to hear about your experiences:

• Can you share a recent experience of booking a ride and meeting your driver?
• Have you ever struggled to find your driver, or had a driver struggle to find you? What happened?
• What do you usually do when the pickup location is confusing or difficult to reach?
• Have you ever had to wait longer, make multiple calls, change your pickup location, or cancel a ride because of this? Could you describe what happened?
• What makes a pickup easy or frustrating for you?

I'm interested in both good and bad experiences, and there's no right or wrong answer. I'm trying to understand how people actually deal with these situations.

Thanks for sharing!