Pangong Lake

Pangong Tso is in disputed territory. The Line of Actual Control passes through the lake. A section of the lake approximately 20 km east from the Line of Actual Control is controlled by China but claimed by India. The eastern end of the lake is in Tibet. After the mid-19th century, Pangong Tso was at the southern end of the so-calledJohnson Line, an early attempt at demarcation between India and China in the Aksai Chain region.
TheKhurnak Fort lies on the northern bank of the lake, halfway of Pangong Tso. The Chinese has controlled the Khurnak Fort area since 1952.To the south is the smaller Spanggur Tso lake.
On October 20, 1962, Pangong Tso saw military action during the Sino-Indian War, successful for the People's Liberation Army.
Pangong Tso is still a delicate border point along the Line of Actual Control.Incursions from Chinese side are common^.

Flora, fauna and geography

The brackish water of the lake has very low micro-vegetation. Guides report that there are no fish or other aquatic life in the lake, except for some small crutaceans. On the other hand, visitors see numerous ducks and gulls over and on the lake surface. There are some species of scrub and perennial herbs that grow in the marshes around the lake.
The lake acts as an important breeding ground for a variety of birds including a number of migratory birds. During summer, theBar-headed goose and Brahmini Ducks are commonly seen here. The region around the lake supports a number of species of wildlife including the kiang and theMarmot.
Formerly, Pangong Tso had an outlet to Shyok River, a tributary of Indus River, but it was closed off due to natural damming. Two streams feed the lake from the Indian side, forming marshes and wetlands at the edges^. Strand lines above current lake level reveal a 5 m (16 ft) thick layer of mud and laminated sand, suggesting the lake has shrunken recently in geological scale^.

Neel Khanth at Lahul & Spiti

This trek is totally unexplored to the world.Neelkanth Mahadev Peak is situated in Lahaul valley at the altitude of 17500 feet from sea level. Neelkanth is very long peak in the Himalayan range and dedicated to lord Shiva.There is small tarn in the base of peak means small mountain lake and known as Neelkanth lake. As per local legends this peak is also known as Neelkanth Kailash. Many devotees from the country comes here to take holy dip in the lake. The Neelkanth Mahadev trek is quit interesting it comes to stiff when trek comes to end. This place is visited by those men who have failed to father a son. Women are prohibited by local people to visit this lake. There is a small temple of lord Shiva near the lake. Explore around the lake. Anna Adventures & Tours only one travel agency which organise this pilgrimage trek. We start this trek from Bharmour firstly we pass the kugti pass via Kugti wildlife sanctuary to enter in the lahaul valley. After reaching in Lahaul valley we follow the Neelkanth Mahadev trek and trek ended at Keylong.

                                            A Trip to Bijli Mahadev


Bijli Mahadev is one of the sacred temples of theIndia state of Himachal Pradesh. It is located at an altitude of about 2,438 m in the Kullu Valley. Bijli Mahadev is one of the excellent temples in India. Located 10 km from Kullu across the Beas river, it can be approached by a rewarding trek of 3 km.
A panoramic view of Kullu and Paravati valleys can be seen from the temple. The 60 feet high staff of Bijli Mahadev temple glistens like a silver needle in the sun.
In this temple of lightning it is said that the tall staff attracts the divine blessings in the form of lightning. It is believed that the priest of the temple has to restore the Shiva linga placed inside the temple using butter and sattoo after every lightning as it shatters to pieces with flash of lightning.

                                                            A Trip to Kheer Ganga 


Kheer Ganga  is one of the most refreshing treks that you can go on anywhere. The hot spring experience is something that you will remember for a lifetime and beyond. Most people who reach this place always come back for seconds as there you can simply not get enough of such a place. The place is open for about 7 months in a year and is not permanently inhabited. There are two small villages that offer a resting place for travelers and even food and many other unexpected supplies. The first village is at around a couple of hours walk and offers the trekkers a place where you get delicious food cheaper than it is in nearby places. Believe it or not here in Kalga, there’s even a pool table thrown out in the open where you’ll find local kids from the village kill time. Remember that we left the road at Barshaini and all goods here are brought by either people or mules.

History of dalhousie

 

October 7-11 tak main or mere friends  mandi se Chamba ghumne gye the. Raste main hame bahut se dharmik sthal mile Jiase ki vegnath main shiv mandir or kangra main Chamunda Devi etc. Phale din ka stay hmne dalhousie main kiya. Dalhousie ka mosam us time bahut hi thanda tha or whan ka nature to bahut hi acha hai. 

Little history of dalhousie

In western Himachal Pradesh, the hill station of Dalhousie is full of old world charm and holds lingering echos of the Raj era. It covers an area of 14 sq. km. and is built on five hills - Kathlog, Patreyn, Tehra, Bakrota and Balun. It is named after the British governor General of the 19th century, Lord Dalhousie. The town's average height is 2036 m, and is surrounded by varied vegetation - pines, deodars, oaks and flowering rhododendron. Dalhousie has charming colonial architecture, including some beautiful churches. Its location presents panoramic views of the plains and like a long silver line, the river Ravi twists and turns below Dalhousie. The spectacular snow-covered Dhauladhar mountains are also visible form this enchanting town.

ACCESS : Dalhousie is 270 km by road from Mandi  and 52 km from Chamba. The closest railhead is Pathankot, 80 km away. The airport at Gaggal in Kangra is at a distance of 135 km . Taxis and buses are easily available from these places.

CLIMATE : In winter, the temperature can drop to freezing point when heavy woolens are required. The summer temperature are mild and light woolens / cottons are recommended.

PLACES OF INTEREST

CHURCHES : There are four beautiful churches in Dalhousie. These are St. Andrew's Church and St. Patrick's Church at Balun, St. Francis church at Subhash Chowk and St.John's Church at Gandhi Chowk.
SUBHASH BAOLI (1 km) : It was at this enchanting spot surrounded by majestic trees, that Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose spent time in 1937, contemplating and meditating.
PANCHPULA (3 km) : This is a picturesque spot where a stream feed a series of pools. A monument has been built here in memory of the freedom fighter, Sardar Ajit Singh.
KALATOP (10 km) : This wild life sanctuary is a home to the 'ghoral' and Himalayan black bear.
SHOPPING : Tibetan handicrafts including pullovers and carpets at Dalhousie. Chamba Slippers, 'Rumals' and Shawls at Chamba town.

Gulab Singh At jalori Jot(seol ser)

Jalori Pass, at an altitude of 3134 m, is one of the attractions of Himachal Pradesh. It links inner and outer Seraj. Blessed with panoramic views, the new pass is man-made and is carved out from the mountain ranges. This pass is 150 m lower than the old Jalori Pass.

The pass is surrounded by thick forest, and is home to Himalayan bear and pheasants. In addition, several trek routes adjoin Jalori. Nearby is Shingar Rishi Temple, and Seolsar Lake is 5 km away.
Located 76 km from Kullu, Jalori Pass is accessible by road from Shimla.

History of kamrunag by Gulab singh

Although I do not take religious scriptures seriously but I find these stories amusing, hyped, and interesting at the same time. This time we will talk about the religious importance of Dev Kamrunag in the history of Hindu religion and how he could have changed our history. 

Dev Kamrunag's original name was Ratan Yaksh and he was a self learned warrior. He would practice by keeping Lord Vishnu's idol in front of him and he considered it as his master, the Guru. He got to know about the story of Mahabharat being fought in some far corner of Bharat and decided to take part in it. Brave and courageous he was, he decided to fight with the weaker party, which meant he was going to join the army of Kaurav's. Lord Krishan got to know about it, his nexus must be super powerful and he decided to stop the self learned warrior before he could reach the battlefield. Disguised as a yogi, Lord Krishna appeared before the Yaksh. He asked him about his journey and told him about the hardships being experienced by wounded soldiers.

Ratan Yaksh was high on confidence and it strengthened his determination. A worried god decided to make a fool of him. 

The Lord gave him a tough test to find out the potency of his arrows and said, "I will be convinced if you can pierce every leaf of that enormous peepal tree with thy arrow." When the Yaksh was preparing his arrow, the Lord plucked some leaves and hid them in his closed fists. To his surprise the arrow pierced even the leaves in his fists. Then Lord Krishan asked him about his guru, upon which the Yaksh replied it to be no one but the almighty himself. And there Lord Krishan spotted an opening, transformed into his actual formless eternal form, and asked the young man for Gurudakshina, fee for services he had never offered to his student. The yaksh could not resist and he had to offer what the Lord had asked for, his head. He gave away his head and asked the Lord to keep it alive until the Great War was over. The Lord immediately agreed and blessed him with the same, his head was brought to the Kamru Hill and today it is known as Kamrunag Temple. Legend also says that the head was kept at the Nalsar Lake in Mandi district but because of climatic/physical/economical problems faced by the head, he was shifted on the top of the hill, from where he could see the greatest wars of all time, live and exclusive.