Month: March 2018
Greenery place of Vashist Temple & Water Springs in Himachal Pradesh
Greenery place of Vashist Temple & Water Springs in Himachal Pradesh Vashisht village is a green patch of steep hill hanging at the base on a cliff. The village is 6 km from Manali at the banks of the Beas River opposite Old Manali. Vashisht is reachable from Manali by half an hour walk or a short drive up a slanting road by Auto Rickshaw for Rs.50. Most foreign tourists preferred staying here or at the Old Manali than the downtown Manali. Rich traditions and nice cafes are integral for backpackers. Vashisht has all that. Like Old Manali, Vashisht is crowded with tourists during peak seasons. Streams rise at the base of this mountain. I walked up from the main road near the Beas River through a small steep footpath. The road was idyllic. Clear streams cut through the road and a small bridge suspends over it. The rustic village has a calm soothing effect.The village still retains the traditional house making style. Every gully springs up surprise. At one corner there’s this German bakery and at the next turn we’ve the traditional houses with cows. Foreign tourists who have only seen cows on the road in India looked overwhelmed like they were seeing a deer or a Nilgai. Vashisht was named after Rishi Vashisht one of the seven sages of Hindu. Legend has it that the saddened Rishi Vashisht after learning that his children were killed by Vishwamitra tried to commit suicide. But the river refused to kill him. The river was therefore named as Vipasha which literally means ‘freedom from bondage’. It was later shortened to Beas River. He began mediating and vowed to start his life anew. The Vashisht temple which exists even today is believed to be more than 4000 years. It’s difficult to imagine how a place so old could remain so small. Perhaps the village is protected by its difficult landscapes. Vashisht temple is built in a traditional style with lots of intricate wood carvings. It is also most popular for hot springs which is believed to have medicinal value. There are separate bathing arrangement for men and women. According to another legend Lakshman who paid a visit realized that the sage had to go for long walks to take bath. He shot an arrow into the ground and hot water began to gush out. There’s another temple ancient stone temple known as Rama Temple adjacent to the Vashisht Temple.Vashisht village is considered an important place by the Hindus in India. The place is often associated with pilgrims. Most shops in Vashisht sell woolen clothes. There are beautiful cafes and dining places all along the main street. Vashisht offers by far the best view of the Beas River and the Old Manali. Watching the river valley spread below at sunset leaves a lasting photographic image in my mind. Click Here : – Greenery place of Vashist Temple & Water Springs in Himachal Pradesh
Read MoreTourist Attraction of Place Keylong in Himachal Pradesh
Tourist Attraction of Place Keylong in Himachal Pradesh Kyelong or Kyelang are the other names of a renowned tourist destination in Lahaul Spiti District that is Keylon. Tourists going to Ladakh region will come across Keylong, the administrative centre of Lahaul and Spiti District. From Manali, Keylong is 126 kms away. Along the Manali-Leh Highway around 7 kms north-east of the intersection of Chandra Valley, the Chenab Valley and the Bhaga Valley, this beautiful place is situated. Keylong is sprawling calmly on the banks of relishing Bhaga River. Kardang Monastery, the famous monastery in the region is the main attraction of Keylong. The monastery is run by the Drukpa sect of Tibetan Buddhism. Shasur and Tayul Monasteries are the other major places to visit within one kilometer distance from Keylong. On prior arrangements, tourists are taken to a small temple in the house of Sri Nawang Dojre dedicated to the local deity named Kelang Wazir. Height: Keylong is located at a height of 3080 meters above the sea level. Location: Keylong is at a place 126 kms north of Manali. From Manali, you can board a bus and a drive of 4 to 10 hours will take you to Keylong, depending upon the condition of the road. Post crossing Rohtang Pass en route, you have to descend the same distance you ascend from Manali and the first village seen is Gramphu and from there, continue to reach Sissu. Proceed to Tandi and finally you will reach Keylong. Experienced travelers advise that it is better to cross Rohtang Pass before 08:00 am. Best time to visit: The ideal time to reach Keylong is between May and June. From October end to mid-May the access to Keylong and Rohtang Pass would be blocked due to heavy snowfall. Click Here : – Tourist Attraction of Place Keylong in Himachal Pradesh
Read MoreThe Best Place Visit Nakee La in Himachal Pradesh
The Best Place Visit Nakee La in Himachal Pradesh As important as the other major passes in Jammu and Kashmir, Nakee La situated at an elevation of 4769 meters above the sea level is a potent competition to Khardung La and similar ones in terms of adventure. On the Leh-Manali Highway, from Manali to Taglang La is Nakee La and it is the third pass among the five passes that to be crossed during the travel from Manali to Leh. The previous travelers shared the experience of driving down the pass was quite dramatic; the expert drivers also find it challenging to steer past the uneven, rugged and off-road paths. But the traversing time would be filled with excitement and thrill if you really love adventure at its level best. The frequent sections of ice are another impediment during the journey as well as avalanche, heavy snowfalls etc can be expected anytime making the process of crossing the pass difficult. The climate is very dry over here and the harsh cold conditions make the pass a challenge to overcome for many. 21 Gata loops is a repeatedly heard word during the tour of Leh and the ascent to Nakee La is known in the special name. One have to overcome the 23 km ascent that starts from 4250 meters to 4980 meters conquering the 21 tricky hairpin bends. There is also a rumor you can hear about the pass is that the pass is haunted by a ghost of a tourist who was buried here. Height: Nakee La is located at an elevation of 4769 meters above the sea level. Location: Nakee La is located on the famous Leh-Manali National Highway. While you travel from Manali to Leh, you would come across Nakee La. Best time to go: The summer is the best time to visit Nakee La since during winter there would be heavy snowfall and landslide. Click Here : – The Best Place Visit Nakee La in Himachal Pradesh
Read MoreVisit Paintball at Pattaya
Visit Paintball at Pattaya There are 3 activities available at Pattaya Paintball Club, BB guns, football and paintball, besides these activities they also have a shop on site selling BB guns. All the equipment is available for hire, including paint balls, BB’s and protective clothing. You should check their website for latest prices but here is a rough idea what it will cost you. BB gun is 300 baht, for additional BB’s the cost is 270 baht for 500. Paintball gun is 590 baht with 100 paint balls. There doesn’t seem to be any limit on the time, so long as you have the energy you can play as long as you want. You can arrive as a group, or you can go on your own. Once there are enough participants they will be formed in to 2 teams and battle will commence. The BB gun and paintball activities are basically the same, except the BB gun is cheaper, and being as you are not getting splatted with paint, it needs a certain amount of honesty for it to work. The football pitch is available for rent by the hour, and costs around 990 baht, that is for the pitch, not per person. It looks to round about half size, so good for even an 11 aside game. Address: 84/92 Pattaya 3rd Rd, Soi 17, Moo 10, South Pattaya. Click Here : – Visit Paintball at Pattaya
Read MoreThe Marvelous Experience of Cycling in Thailand Tour
The Marvelous Experience of Cycling in Thailand Cycling across one of Asia’s best known gems is possibly the best way to see and explore this marvelous country, by doing so you experience the real Thailand and its wonderful culture, history and spectacular scenery. We offer a carefully selected tours for every ability, ranging from long scenic journeys, from Bangkok to the tropical island of Phuket, to training camps and GPS tours based in the Royal City of Hua Hin. Whatever your preference of style of trip you are looking for, if you look deeper in to our website and our tours we are sure that you will find a package that is right for you. We cycle on specially designed routes, where the roads are well maintained and quite with very little traffic. We want you to experience the real Thailand, hence why we choose these routes specifically, so you can pass and enjoy the sights and smells and friendliness that most tourists never see. We will pass small villages, local markets, sacred Thai Buddhist Shrines, lakes, waterfalls, and breathtaking coconut lined beaches for as far as the eye can see. You will be able to stop and take pictures whenever you wish, so the memories of this unforgettable trip can be captured forever. As Keen cyclists ourselves, to put it bluntly, if we weren’t doing the tours we would be riding these routes regularly ourselves anyway. We love Thailand and cycling here and we sure you will to. Its all about the detail to us, we know what we would expect and want on a tour and we aim to deliver that to you 100%, so you can go home with memories that will last a lifetime! Please explore our site and find the right package that suits your needs, if you have any questions, please contact us and will respond within 24 hours. We take great pride in our customer service, if you have any issues, complaints or questions, we will endeavor to deal with them immediately and try to give you a positive resolution very quickly, our reputation is more important to us than profit. Click Here : – The Marvelous Experience of Cycling in Thailand
Read MoreThe Best Experience of Bamboo Rafting in Thailand
The Best Experience of Bamboo Rafting in Thailand It’s nine o’clock on a sunny morning and here comes the minivan to take us bamboo rafting at Khao Lak, some 100kms north of Phuket. We’ve been looking forward to this trip and its entertaining stops along the way and it’s not long before we’re crossing the Sarasin Bridge and barreling along the highway in Phang Nga Province. Apart from the bamboo rafting today is all about animals. Hawksbill and Ridley Turtles, crocodiles, lots of fish, gibbons and of course, Thailand’s wonderful birdlife. Turtles in Thai Muang After a 30-minute drive we pull into a seaside government fishery center devoted to the breeding and releasing of turtles. From a distance it looks like any other fishery; big concrete tanks, lots of bright-blue water pipes and piles of fish food sacks everywhere. But up close we discover a whole ocean-full of aquatic life. In the first tank absolutely huge black giant groupers silently regard us then swish off after deciding we are not going to feed them. There are all sorts of fish species here in these tanks: sea bass, red snappers, clown anemone fish, big nose unicorn fish, small nose boxfish saddle-backed anemone fish and many more. A mean-looking Indian threadfin trevally slices the water surface looking a lot more dangerous than it really is; it’s the fin that does it – turning a humble-looking fish into a Jaws character. Waterfall Just a short ride away is the Wang Khiang Koo River and the Ton Pling Waterfall. “God’s Jacuzzi” says Lek, but no one’s in the mood today for a refreshing dip in cool water. We just sit there in silence, contemplating the beauty of the scene and marvelling at the power of the water as it crashes and splashes down the granite boulders and past us down the hillside. Rafting A little later we’re clambering into bamboo rafts that look like over sized pan flutes. They’re quite simply designed: several large bamboo poles tied together with two cross sections for people to sit on. The boatman uses one as a punting pole and off we shoot downstream Lek was right, it’s not too dangerous but once in a while the raft’s aft end collides with a boulder or a tree trunk as we sweep past. The boatman doesn’t look that strong but he must be, considering the manoeuvres he is conducting and the weight of three adults and the raft. We go through rough water to smooth to rough again for 20 minutes as we pass through shady glades, a palm oil plantation, past huge felled trees, under makeshift bamboo bridges, and past fisherman baiting lines and trapping eels and fish. The boatman slows the raft and points up above us to a tree branch. There’s a green snake coiled up and fast asleep. Does it like to eat farangs? No, the boatman says it’s harmless and shoves us off again. Minutes later Lek is helping us out of our raft and we’re sipping on a cool drink and drying off at the restaurant where we had lunch. Actually the only part of our anatomy that got wet was the seat of our pants. We’re back in Phuket at five o’clock and at the hotel at five-thirty. All in all, as there’s practically no one who doesn’t love animals this is a tour for pretty much everyone. It’s not too top-heavy, and keeps moving in an engaging way. The tempo is relaxed and easy and the activities are genuinely interesting, neither is it too physically demanding. It’s well thought-out and well executed. Click Here : – The Best Experience of Bamboo Rafting in Thailand
Read MoreMust Visit Cave Exploration in Thailand
Must Visit Cave Exploration in Thailand Thailand is one of the world’s most celebrated tropical destinations. The Asian country enjoys a warm climate, is home to gorgeous clear water beaches and boasts some of the most amazing caves ever to be explored. Phuket is Thailand’s largest island making it a popular trading post for the Asian country. The Andaman Sea borders the gorgeous island and serves as home to underwater wonders that have drawn in a huge tourist following. Adventurers who enjoy water sports or are beginners will revel in the opportunity to dive in Phuket and explore the vast array of underwater caves surrounded by marine life and gorgeous sea creatures. On land, explorers will find that caves densely populate the jungle region of Thailand. Northern Thailand’s Mae Hong Son Province is home to Pang Mapha District, a historic region whose caves once housed hunter gatherers. Today expert guides are available to take adventurers into the complex labyrinth of caves and caverns. cave lodge has become a trusted resource for tourists seeking more information on caving and looking to book their excursion. According to the Cave Lodge website the “longest and most spectacular cave systems” are in the Pang Mapha District. Travelers will regain their sense of wonder as they experience nature first hand. One of the caves serves as the nesting place for 300,000 swifts (aerial birds, similar to swallows) who return home each evening and present a stunning spectacle against the Thailand evening skyline. Other caves are thousands of years old; wind, fire and the elements have laid an impression on the stunning caverns creating massive and elaborate rock formations. Cave exploration offers the unique experience of allowing people to step back in time; uncover past civilizations, traverse complex formations of earth and see a celebrated part of Thailand. The Cave Lodge and caving enthusiasts treat caving with a great amount of respect and care. The dark, moist nature of the cave lays hosts to vast wildlife including bats and fish who are surviving off a delicate ecosystem. Additionally, the rock formations have stood the test of time but will not respond well to any amount of tampering. Click Here : – Must Visit Cave Exploration in Thailand
Read MoreThe Best Experience of Snorkelling in Thailand Tour
The Best Experience of Snorkelling in Thailand With over 3 000 kilometers of coastline and several hundred large and small islands, Thailand is a special destination for snorkeling. The south of the country opens onto two distinct maritime areas: to the east, the Gulf of Thailand and the south China Sea, and to the west, the Andaman Sea and the Indian Ocean. The result is a wide variety of snorkeling spots, and access to extraordinary underwater biodiversity. On the Gulf of Thailand side, many islands are ideal for snorkeling. Ko Chang, Ko Samui, Ko Phangan, but above all Ko Tao (a real Mecca for diving) are all great options. For truly exceptional sessions, however, you should head for the Angthong National Marine Park and its 42 island paradises, bathed in turquoise waters. In the Andaman Sea, the famous Phi Phi islands or the Taruato National Marine Park are top-class destinations. But the real snorkeling must in Thailand is the Similan Islands, with its nine islands that have been listed as a natural reserve since 1982. About 60 miles (100km) to the north-east of Phuket, they can boast world-class snorkeling spots. The observation possibilities are varied in Thailand, both in the Gulf of Thailand and in the Andaman Sea, although the latter is richer in coral reefs. Over 900 species of reef fish inhabit the Thai seas, and the shallow waters provide an opportunity to see clown fish in their anemones, butter fly fish, giant clams and small black tip reef sharks. Depending on the spot, you might experience a wonderful encounter with a whale-shark or a manta ray, with unforgettable memories guaranteed. Thailand is one of the world’s top tourist destinations. Human impact on the marine environment is very high and the coral reefs are deteriorating rapidly (breakage and bleaching of coral), despite the existence of 26 National Marine Parks. The situation is such that many diving sites have temporarily been closed by the authorities over the past few years. When to go to Thailand? It can rain for several days at a time and boats cannot sail due to the poor conditions at sea. Temperatures get up to 104°F/40°C between April and June. Tourist numbers peak in December and January, when a flow of holidaymakers pour onto the beaches. Due to the overcrowding in certain spots, snorkeling sessions can prove to be less satisfying. In Thailand, the water temperature is on average 82°F/28°C, and snorkeling is possible all the year round in ideal conditions when the climatic conditions allow it. Click Here : – The Best Experience of Snorkelling in Thailand Tour
Read MoreBest Experience of Rocket Ball in Pattaya
Best Experience of Rocket Ball in Pattaya Ride on the 2SKY Pattaya Rocket Ball, an adrenaline-fueled activity in Pattaya. Board the caged steel vehicle, suspended between 2 towers, and launch into the sky for a breathtaking ride. The vertical launch is 165 feet (50 meters) at speeds of 60 mph (100 kph) in one second. 2Sky Pattaya is fully supervised by an on-site technical engineer/master. Highlights Ride on the 2SKY Pattaya Rocket Ball Board the caged steel vehicle, suspended between 2 towers, and launch into the sky for a breathtaking ride Enjoy spectacular aerial views of the surrounding area The vertical launch is 165 feet (50 meters) at speeds of 60 mph (100 kph) in one second.What You Can Expect The Rocket Ball ride consists of two steel towers with a special cord connected to each tower. Both ends of the cord are attached to a caged steel vehicle in which 2 riders are seated. The vehicle is pulled to the ground, where riders board. When the vehicle is released from the loading station, the cords engage, sending riders on a high-speed vertical launch 50 meters into the air at speeds of 100 KPH in one second and 5G force power. Rocket Ball to the sky! To call the Rocket Ball the most thrilling, exciting, amazing experience is no understatement. Two towers and one gondole allows to be catapulted into the air, going from 0 to 100 KPH in one second. No doubt about it, it’s the ultimate rush. Who operates behind the scenes of 2Sky Pattaya – Rocket Ball? Our team here at 2Sky Pattaya, are trained and qualified to the fullest extent by Technical Park. 2Sky Pattaya is also fully supervised by an on-site European technical engineer/master. Click Here : – Best Experience of Rocket Ball in Pattaya
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