After months of planning, it is time to climb the Narangala mountain, and little do I know, this will be one of the most exhilarating experiences of my life. During the initial planning, and closer to the day, I am getting more and more disheartened that this mountain is going to be a bore. But…
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Paragliding: Soaring High for Adventure. Sarangkot Nepal
After another beautiful morning sighting of the Annapurna Range and a hearty breakfast, it is time to get back on the trail. This time we descend most of the way and reach Kande where we hop into a vehicle that drives us to our little motel in Sarangkot where we rest up for the next day’s…
Trekking to Australian Base Camp. Dhampus Nepal
After an exhilarating adventure of white water rafting, we continue our journey to the town of Pokhara, known as a paradise for trekkers and adventure enthusiasts. Our next thrilling adventure awaits us at the Australian Base Camp, a gem nestled in the Annapurna region. Our two-day trek commences from a quaint roadside village called Phedi,…
Stairway to a Stronghold. Yapahuva Sri Lanka
It is the steep and formidable stone stairway that makes this fortress unique. The stone steps are narrow (in width) and are at a 70-degree angle reaching up to a height of about 92m (300ft). Although I am not scared of heights, I am careful climbing up because a misstep would mean an unnecessary tumble….
The Peace Wall. Belfast Ireland
I’m in Ireland for a week. Belfast to be exact because I would need a different visa to get across to Dublin. Of all the things I’ve heard about Ireland, it is “The Troubles” that stand out most. The Troubles took place during a period of ethno-nationalist conflict and political violence in Northern Ireland that…
At Land’s End. John O’Groats. Scotland
Having left Aviemore, we proceed northwards along the A9. The Scottish landscape is extremely picturesque and colourful. We are en route to the farthest end of the country. But along the way, we stop to visit the Urquhart Castle, one of medieval Scotland’s largest castles and important strongholds. The Castle was built in the early…
Royal Scottish Residence. Stirling Castle Scotland
Scotland is lovely. Actually, Scotland is more than just lovely…it is unreservedly friendly, full of unpronounceable words and has some absolutely fascinating history. My journey into Scotland begins in Stirling. Located between Glasgow and Edinburgh, Stirling is a quiet, laidback city in central Scotland with its own share of history. On the Abbey Craig outcrop…
Loving the Lichen. Sinharaja Rainforest Sri Lanka
Scrambling through the Sinharaja Rainforest is not just about plucking slimy leeches off my clothes. Once I perfect the art of annihilation or flicking them away, it is good to enjoy and appreciate the amazing foliage around me, especially the colourful and intricate lichen. The Sinharaja Rainforest is an amazing bio hotspot and unique lowland…
Trek to Pahanthuduwa Waterfall. Belihuloya Sri Lanka
A short drive up the road right next to the Belihuloya Rest House is a waterfall and natural pool that has been a must-see attraction on my bucket list for too long. I have managed to coax the rest to visit this site and we are finally en route. We park the vehicles at a…
Bedazzling Potala Palace. Lhasa Tibet
Many of Tibet’s monasteries are built on mountains. These sacred mountain monasteries are considered to be home of the deities, where they are closer to the heavens. Of the myriad of monasteries to visit in this highly devoted and god-fearing nation, the Potala Palace is by far one of the most majestic and imposing structures in Lhasa. It has…
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