An Expedition

Everyone everywhere has heard about Hampi – the UNESCO World Heritage Site. But very less people know that there is one little town, as beautiful as Hampi itself which stands to tell its story. Often overshadowed by the fame of Hampi, this little town stand sin a corner like a child who stands in the corner waiting to be noticed. Located near the river Tungbhadra, it is the best place set up a camp with a history which is 5000 years older than the Hampis. It is said the Vijayanagar Kingdom was one of the richest empires in the world, even greater than the Roman Empire. And the ruins of Hampi are the foreloker of the same. But still a little far away from Hampi, in fact just 15 kms away stand the ruins of Anegundi. As elegant as Hampi, the architecture of Anegundi at places often surpasses the Hampis. A days trip will ensure that you get your fill of the Queens Bath, the Elephant Stable, the Virupaksha Temple and the musical pillars. There is also the Vittal Pillar. But what i...

Kaliash Mansarovar Tour After so much of description of the Mansarovar Kailash Yatra, a tour of the place is a must. Go on these lines and you will find the shortest route to Kailash Mansarovar. Here is the shortest route you will find in this itenary : Kathmandu – Mansarovar – Kailash – Kathmandu Day 1 : Arrive at Kathmandu. Here stay overnight in a pre booked hotel. Day 2 : See the beautiful land of Kathmandu. But don't walk much as there is a lot you have to cover in the coming days. Day 3 : Fly to Nepalganj by a charter plane or a normal plane. You can also cover this distance on the back of a mule, but it will take days to reach the place. Day 4 : Next morning after a heavy breakfast and packed lunch, take the route to Hilsa ( Nepal – Tibet Border). Cross the Friendship Bridge by foot and then walk a steep 700m uphill to the Chinese Check post called Shrey. ( Notice that photography at Shrey is strictly prohibited). After completing formalities, take an ...