Tag: Rivers & Streams

“Rivers know this: there is no hurry. We shall get there some day.”

Day Trip to Tinchuley, Triveni, & Lamahatta

On By Indrajit Roy ChoudhuryIn Hills & Valleys, India17 Comments

Tinchuley is a small hamlet located about 28 km from Darjeeling and around 3 km from Takdah. The name means “three ovens” in Tibetan, because of the three prominent hilltops that resemble ovens. The confluence of Teesta and Rangeet is also known as Triveni. Some call it Lover’s point. It is considered to be a holy place where two great Rivers meet. Rangeet is considered to be a male river who meets his beloved Teesta at this point, hence the name ‘Lover’s Point’. Lamahatta stands for Lama for Buddhist monk and Hatta for hut: a monk’s heritage. Lamahatta Eco park is a famous spot with its vibrant bright flowers.

Road Trip to Ghatshila | Journey from 2022 to 2023

On By Judhajit RoychoudhuryIn Hills & Valleys, India, Places of Worship, Waterfalls & Springs9 Comments

The Gregorian New year is already upon us, and I wish for all to have a healthy year ahead. I had an awesome journey to the new year and will like to share my experience with you. We went to Ghatshila on 3-day bike trip to celebrate the journey of time from 2022 to 2023. This was my exhilarating adventurous new year celebration. I even felt a hangover from the bike road trip for the next few days. Just one thing repeating in my mind- NEED TO DO IT AGAIN!

River Cruise on River Ganga, Varanasi

On By Judhajit RoychoudhuryIn Cruise & Boats, India12 Comments

Varanasi is one of the most visited religious destinations in India, thanks to its historic ghats, splendid temples and the distinct flavour of the city itself. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, a fact that makes it even more fascinating as a popular tourist spot in India. It is the river Ganga though, which lends the city its identity. Indeed, the city and the river have become synonymous with each other. We went for the evening river cruise for the fabulous views of the river Ganga, the ancient Ghats and the Ganga Aarti.

Jeita Grottos: Wonderful Stalactites & Stalagmites

On By Indrajit Roy ChoudhuryIn Caves & Rock shelters, Cruise & Boats, Lebanon11 Comments

Jeita is an extraordinary site which could be one of the wonders of the world but remains an intimate experience. The Jeita caves are solutional karst caves which have formed over millions of years due to the dissolution of limestone. The grotto has strategically positioned coloured lights that showcase the stalactites and stalagmites in all their crystalline glory.

Delightful Dassam Falls near Ranchi

On By Indrajit Roy ChoudhuryIn Folk art & culture, India, Waterfalls & Springs11 Comments

Dassam Falls is a scenic waterfall located near Ranchi, the capital city of Jharkhand. It is formed by the Kanchi River, which plunges down from a height of 144 feet. The name Dassam means 'ten' in the local Mundari language, as the river splits into ten streams before falling. The waterfall is surrounded by lush green forests and offers a refreshing escape from the city life.

Itkhori: A Place of Religious Tolerance

On By Indrajit Roy ChoudhuryIn History, India, Places of Worship15 Comments

Itkhori in Chatra district of Jharkhand state of India is situated at around 150 km from Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, at the confluence of two rivers named ‘Mahane' and 'Baksa'. Bhadrakali temple complex is a symbol of religious tolerance for centuries. It is a wonderful place with abundance of historic reminiscences and archaeological remnants demonstrating a breath-taking saga of religious tolerance and cultural unity.