PATHE MORA BENDHECHI GHAR, PATH CHALATEI ANANDO,
MODER KACHE KI BA PAHAD, KI BA JANGOL, KI BA SAMUDRA.
GHARER ANGINA CHERE EBAR TAI PAHADER DIKE PARI ,
SET-SUBHRO HIMALAYA AR SABUJ PAHAD-E JHULAN BARI.
SABAI MILE HESHE BOLE AYE CHUTE AYE AMAR KACHE,
FELE REKHE SAB MAN KHARAP, BHALO-NA-LAGA DOORE, ANEK PICHE..
Making a tour plan, conversing with various car providers and hoteliers for a forth coming tour always exhilarates my nerves and energy level. This time I started the process long time back , I fixed the date to be 25th February’2011, knowing that my son has to bunk his classes for the same reason I went ahead without compromising the tour. But I promised to myself that, this is the last time of this type of decision of mine as in his future years this type of act may effect his studies.
Anyway let’s come back to the Tour.
On the fine sunny morning of 25th Feb’2011 we were all charged with energy and zeal for the 12days trip to KUMAYUN , which comprised of Mukteshwar, Almora, Binsar, Kausani,Munsiyair,Chakouri ,PatalBhubaneshwar and Lastly Nainital. This tour to Kumayun was my 3rd time to the place but I felt the same jerk inside me as it was years back during my first visit to these places with my Ma,Baba,Dadu,Didi ,Bhai kaka,ChotoPusa.. Our Train, Upasna left the platform at the right time with all of us giggling, gossiping and chatting with each other. This time there was a new addition in the Tour Member, MITA PISHI(my mothers friend) who too is a enthusiastic traveler.
After some time me and Paromita served the food which we packed from home, it was steamy rice with mutton kosha. Believe me it was a total hit as Subhas, Kuntal da Rita maima, Mita Pishi ,Ma and the two kids along with me and Paromita enjoyed the Lunch utmost.
Well , the next morning we arrived Lucknow Station which is very dirty and unsystematic, the rickshaw wala’s outside the station were scary as it gave me a feel that they are not at all helpful and cooperative but lean more on the fishy side. We waited while Subhas and Kuntal Da managed to hire a Big Auto and along with us it rolled on , on the roads of Nawab City. The very day after refreshing ourselves we went to see BHOOL BHULAIYA, which I think every Lucnkow Goers must see as it was a pleasure to see how hundreds of years ago NAWAB ASIF UD DULLA made this building with the help fellow people to help them not to starve. To provide food to the city dwellers he thought of making this huge magnificent mansion (so that his city people earn money while making the mansion.) It was built from basic Kitchen contents like MASOOR Dal, Sugar Cane Juice , Atta ,etc. I bet still today it stands as a wonder and nobody can get out of it without a guide who knows every nook and corner of BhoolBhulaiya.
The same day we set from the hotel by Rickshaw towards Aeshbagh Station to catch Nainital Expres, and when we reached Aeshbagh Station we found one Luggage(my mothers Suitcase) was missing, spontaneously Subhas ran behind the rickshaw on which me and ma were sitting but ALAS ! he was gone with the Suitcase which had every bit of clothing of my mother. Soon Subhas and Kuntal Da took another Rickshaw and ran towards the main city, infront of the hotel but there was no trace of the Rickshawala and there my mother was sitting helplessly, crying bitterly accompanied by my little son. She was left only with the sari she was wearing and a Shawl , everything else were gone along with some of my dresses too. Anyway I had a hard time to convince my Ma that not to worry, I will buy again whatever was gone but it was really bad time for all of us.
We took entry in the train and it left Aeshbagh Station with a heavy heart !
The next day Mr.Sachin Suyal(Of Brindawan Tours and Travels) was waiting for us in the station with his INNOVA Car and a driver of the same. I got the detail of Mr.Suyal from BHRAMAN Magazine and I was in contact with this person since long time back and he agreed with much pleasure to give me the Innova @1700/- per day for 7 days after scrutinizing the total tour detail(through email). We all were happy to see the car and Mr.Suyal’s cordial behaviour pleased us but the driver was a bit reserve, anyway that doesn’t matter.
It was a beautiful morning, and our glamorous car roared on the road of Haldwani with all of us sitting gracefully and enjoying the sight, surrounded by green hills. Only whenever I looked at my Mom , my heart pinned and I said to myself why this poor lady had to face this unpleasure situation without no fault of hers.
We informed our driver, Shivraj that we will move to Mukteshwar first, though he had also being given our total route plan previously. After reaching Mukteshwar the driver shocked me a bit by saying that he will not travel to one place more than one time, I mean If I have to see a hotel near Chaowli ki jail , I have to take hotels there only irrespective of the high cost. I said him politely that this is not done, You don’t have to run the car unnecessary but you must allow us to select hotel of our choice and budget, he understood and said OK. Anyway , Mukteshwar is a beautiful, tranquil place , nestled among the Greater Pine area of Himalayan Region and from Mukteshwar we saw snow feeded Himalayan Range. It was too cold as there was less habitants and very few hotels , and surrounded by forests all around so the cold here was just unbearable. The hotelier of Aravali Point is a retired Military Person and was thus very neat and disciplined in his work. The hotel too shows his neatness as it is maintained nicely. The lunch on the terrace was delicious with extravagant sights opened to us to rejoice our lunch.
In the evening me, Paromita and Rita maima went for a short walk on the lonely nooks of Mukteshwar as all other members were under the heavy quilt to fight the cold.
The next day we went for ALMORA , we reached Almora at about 10:00 in the morning and after fixing hotel of Drivers choice(as he said he will only allow us to stay in star rated hotels because those have car parking facility).Jo Hookoom ! we resided in SHIKHAR HOTEL(a good 3 star hotel). That very day after fixing the luggages inside the hotel room we all packed ALU PARATHA from a nearby restaurant and BALL MITHAI(special of Almora) and rolled on our Innova towards Binsar. Binsar is good option to view Himalayan range but I must say not exotic, Chakauri and Munsiyari are much better and superior option. Anyway we walked through the forest area of Binsar in hope to see mountain birds or some deer at least but no nobody came infront to entertain us.
From the way back to Almora from Binsar our driver opened up in full form , by then he had planned extend our tour agreement of 7 days with him to 10 days so that he could squeeze a good amount from us. He said It is impossible for him to run the car from Chakuri to Nainital in a single day(170km.) so he insisted us to take a break in Ranikhet which we did not agree. Anyway the next day when we were all set in the car and about to start our journey towards Kausani, once again I briefed him our total route, which I have emailed them previously also. He started screaming at me saying “aapka jo tour hain wo saat din mein nehi 10 din mein complete hota hain”. When I said Ok, fine If it is so then why didn’t you or Mr.Suyal said me before when I spoke to you all about the tour and most importantly I mailed you my total tour plan. He said “ Hum idhar se Gadi nehi le jayenge , aap doosra gadi dekhlo aur humko rupiya bhi nehi chahiye” We were wondering at his rude behaviors, it was beyond my expectation that a driver can go to that extent of audacity. Anyway we all got down from the car and I said everyone present there about the fowl game he played with us and soon I did contact the Hotel Manager of Shikhar and said him the whole story, he arranged to get me another car from Almora with a new driver. When we were all set to start our journey after2-3 hrs of hallagulla, then our previous car driver came again, Shivraj came in the reception and informed that he won’t allow our new car to move from the hotel premises until and unless he is being given his 3400/- (1700/- for 2 days).The hotel manager shouted at him and said if we would have want we could put him inside bars so he advised him not to cross his limit, on the otherhand he(Hotel person) requested us to pay his 3400/- , at first I was rigid not to pay him the money because of the harassment and his rude behaviour but then my husband decided not to go in more deep controversy and paid him his money. He wanted the tour to continue without anymore hindrances. I personally request you all friend not to take anyservice from MR.SACHIN SUYAL OR SHIVRAJ OF BRINDAWAN TOURS, HALDWANI,TALLI. They are great frauds.
Well , we reached Kausani in the evening and as soon as we landed on the soil of Kausani a chilled, moist gush of wind welcomed us. We spoke with Mishra ji(Manager) and manage to get the front sided two cottages and we were the only boarders in the whole Ashram. We were served with hot rice, dal, sabji and alu bhaji at the ashram canteen. In the evening we all gathered in the ashram’s auditorium where after offereing prayer to INDIA, Bapu ji we sang some beautiful patriotic songs. Mishra ji was overwhelmed by our participation, even a cold flow of blood ran across our spine while thinking of us sitting in the same place where once Gandhiji spent some precious days of his life and singing in high pitch for our dear country INDIA.
The next day i.e 2nd March we were to start off our Journey in a land of snow capped mountains, , glaciers, valleys, gushing streams -------- to MUNSIYARI. That day was also Maha Shiv Ratri so stopped in Baijnath and Bageshwar Mandir, both very famous religious place to offer our prayer to SHIV JI. When we reached near Minsiyari via Khalia Top it was all snow around us , our kids gigiggled with happiness, even the elder ones to rejoiced at the sight. We were the only tourist throughout the way and in Khalia Top amidst the great snow capped mountains , under a cloudy sky an d trees half covered with snow we nine people found an image of heaven. Mishtu suddenly shouted “MA baraf porche..” WOW ! God just gave what our soul wanted as at that very moment, there started snow fall, it was very much like Homeopathic globules being showered from above.
We reached Munsiyari at about 5 p.m and it was raining heavily by then, and needless to say it was tremendous cold . Munsiyari is situated in the northern part of the Pithoragarh district. This small town is located at the foot of the main Himalayan peaks that are covered with snow throughout the year. This town has breathtaking views of the Himalayas and the nearby mountains in this area are perfect for trekking. It is a day travel through Roseate dawns and crimson dusks can leave you simply siareing in the snow laden summits for hours. The next day we were though at Munsiyari but not a single peak was visible till evening and I knew very well from my previous research work reg. the tour that in Munsiyari the Sunset is more enthralling than the Sunrise. And when I saw all the peaks namely : Trishul, Nanda Devi, Nanda Ghunti, huge and magnificent Panchchhulli and many other snowy peaks playing among them with the golden yellow colour of the sun. Nothing was there to say but just tears dropped from my eyes to think how blessed we are that after a day of total rain , in the evening miraculously the sky got clear and we witnessed that heavenly sight.I thank another person , that is PAROMITA, my friend who called me as I was comfortable sitting infront of a Fireplave in the otherside of the hotel, gossiping with my other tour members, locals and tour guide. All of us ran in the Lawn of the rest house and happily took innumerable snaps.
The next day we were about to leave Munsiyari and again mother nature was too happy with us as the Sky was deep blue and all the peaks were smiling at us. The rays of the sun reflected on the peaks made us feel that we were in Cloud 9. Tata Munsiyari , hope to meet you again, sometime later!
It was a pleasant sunny morning and deep blue sky and white peaks accompanied us while we moved towards Chakauri , we reached Chakauri by evening as on the way to Chakauri we visited Patal Bhubaneshwar. Patal Bhubaneshwar, is a cave shrine of Lord Shiva. Access to the temple is no less exciting as a narrow dark passage of water through a tunnel leads to the main temple. The main passage also leads to several small caves where water oozing from limestone rocks have created interesting forms. Some of them resemble various gods and goddesses of the Hindu pantheon. In fact this cave temple complex is said to be the abode of thousands of deities and it is believed that these deities were consecrated by Adi Shankaracharya.. Maong seven adults only three of us( Me, Rita Maima and Subhas) went deep doen into the cave, I said the other members to follow us as I have been to the cave previously but they cold not conquer their fear. Anyway it was a great experience for all of us as there no no tourist inside the cave so me rita maima and subhas along with the guide felt somewhat like we have entered into some place out of the world. We resided in KMVN rest house in Chakauri , which is famous for its outstanding location. The rest is really good place to stay with a multi cuisine restaurant in it and the food was also good.
The next morning I got up at 5:30 a.m and fought with myself to come out of the quilt and made a step or two towards the window and OOPPPHH what a sight. Infront of me the Himalayan Range is about to open as it was dark by that time only I could visualize some huge ,giant figures , reflecting white colour standing infront of me and on the left hand side the sky was lighting up slightly with orange sun rays and just beneath it a SEA OF CLOUUD is floating and fron within some mouontains were peeping its head above. It was just like a sea of cloud. I ran out of my room and went into the lawn , I was so happy to see the view that instantly I felt that I should call my other tour members and made them see this. I knocked at their glass window and when they came out I took them to the watch tower , the view from there is splendid. And all were like spellbound , just no words to speak !!
The same day at 7 a.m packing our breakfast we rolled on our Maxx towards Nainital, it was a long journey and I was a bit scared that whtehr my two kids would face any problem but by God’s grace and Mother nature’s blessings they were fine and very cheerful all through. We reached Naiinital at about 2 p.m and that’s quite early.Two days stay in Nainital were nothing much than doing window shopping, loitering in and around Bhutani market and enjoying Boat rides in Naini Lake.
Now we were at the edge of out tour , which inspite of little ups and downs went very well as all the negative part were compensated by GOD and Mother nature. From Nainital we came down to Kathgodam to catch Bagh Exp. And the next morning we were again at Lucknow, the place which I didn’t like at all but our flight was scheduled from there so there was no option. We took Jet flight at 1:10p.m and via Varanasi we reached our sweet home(Kolkata) at about 3: 50 p.m. For a change , a gush of hot, dusty wind welcomed us in airport but that doesn’t matter it was the wind which is known to us, after all everything back home is sweet.
MODER KACHE KI BA PAHAD, KI BA JANGOL, KI BA SAMUDRA.
GHARER ANGINA CHERE EBAR TAI PAHADER DIKE PARI ,
SET-SUBHRO HIMALAYA AR SABUJ PAHAD-E JHULAN BARI.
SABAI MILE HESHE BOLE AYE CHUTE AYE AMAR KACHE,
FELE REKHE SAB MAN KHARAP, BHALO-NA-LAGA DOORE, ANEK PICHE..
Making a tour plan, conversing with various car providers and hoteliers for a forth coming tour always exhilarates my nerves and energy level. This time I started the process long time back , I fixed the date to be 25th February’2011, knowing that my son has to bunk his classes for the same reason I went ahead without compromising the tour. But I promised to myself that, this is the last time of this type of decision of mine as in his future years this type of act may effect his studies.
Anyway let’s come back to the Tour.
On the fine sunny morning of 25th Feb’2011 we were all charged with energy and zeal for the 12days trip to KUMAYUN , which comprised of Mukteshwar, Almora, Binsar, Kausani,Munsiyair,Chakouri ,PatalBhubaneshwar and Lastly Nainital. This tour to Kumayun was my 3rd time to the place but I felt the same jerk inside me as it was years back during my first visit to these places with my Ma,Baba,Dadu,Didi ,Bhai kaka,ChotoPusa.. Our Train, Upasna left the platform at the right time with all of us giggling, gossiping and chatting with each other. This time there was a new addition in the Tour Member, MITA PISHI(my mothers friend) who too is a enthusiastic traveler.
After some time me and Paromita served the food which we packed from home, it was steamy rice with mutton kosha. Believe me it was a total hit as Subhas, Kuntal da Rita maima, Mita Pishi ,Ma and the two kids along with me and Paromita enjoyed the Lunch utmost.
Well , the next morning we arrived Lucknow Station which is very dirty and unsystematic, the rickshaw wala’s outside the station were scary as it gave me a feel that they are not at all helpful and cooperative but lean more on the fishy side. We waited while Subhas and Kuntal Da managed to hire a Big Auto and along with us it rolled on , on the roads of Nawab City. The very day after refreshing ourselves we went to see BHOOL BHULAIYA, which I think every Lucnkow Goers must see as it was a pleasure to see how hundreds of years ago NAWAB ASIF UD DULLA made this building with the help fellow people to help them not to starve. To provide food to the city dwellers he thought of making this huge magnificent mansion (so that his city people earn money while making the mansion.) It was built from basic Kitchen contents like MASOOR Dal, Sugar Cane Juice , Atta ,etc. I bet still today it stands as a wonder and nobody can get out of it without a guide who knows every nook and corner of BhoolBhulaiya.
The same day we set from the hotel by Rickshaw towards Aeshbagh Station to catch Nainital Expres, and when we reached Aeshbagh Station we found one Luggage(my mothers Suitcase) was missing, spontaneously Subhas ran behind the rickshaw on which me and ma were sitting but ALAS ! he was gone with the Suitcase which had every bit of clothing of my mother. Soon Subhas and Kuntal Da took another Rickshaw and ran towards the main city, infront of the hotel but there was no trace of the Rickshawala and there my mother was sitting helplessly, crying bitterly accompanied by my little son. She was left only with the sari she was wearing and a Shawl , everything else were gone along with some of my dresses too. Anyway I had a hard time to convince my Ma that not to worry, I will buy again whatever was gone but it was really bad time for all of us.
We took entry in the train and it left Aeshbagh Station with a heavy heart !
The next day Mr.Sachin Suyal(Of Brindawan Tours and Travels) was waiting for us in the station with his INNOVA Car and a driver of the same. I got the detail of Mr.Suyal from BHRAMAN Magazine and I was in contact with this person since long time back and he agreed with much pleasure to give me the Innova @1700/- per day for 7 days after scrutinizing the total tour detail(through email). We all were happy to see the car and Mr.Suyal’s cordial behaviour pleased us but the driver was a bit reserve, anyway that doesn’t matter.
It was a beautiful morning, and our glamorous car roared on the road of Haldwani with all of us sitting gracefully and enjoying the sight, surrounded by green hills. Only whenever I looked at my Mom , my heart pinned and I said to myself why this poor lady had to face this unpleasure situation without no fault of hers.
We informed our driver, Shivraj that we will move to Mukteshwar first, though he had also being given our total route plan previously. After reaching Mukteshwar the driver shocked me a bit by saying that he will not travel to one place more than one time, I mean If I have to see a hotel near Chaowli ki jail , I have to take hotels there only irrespective of the high cost. I said him politely that this is not done, You don’t have to run the car unnecessary but you must allow us to select hotel of our choice and budget, he understood and said OK. Anyway , Mukteshwar is a beautiful, tranquil place , nestled among the Greater Pine area of Himalayan Region and from Mukteshwar we saw snow feeded Himalayan Range. It was too cold as there was less habitants and very few hotels , and surrounded by forests all around so the cold here was just unbearable. The hotelier of Aravali Point is a retired Military Person and was thus very neat and disciplined in his work. The hotel too shows his neatness as it is maintained nicely. The lunch on the terrace was delicious with extravagant sights opened to us to rejoice our lunch.
In the evening me, Paromita and Rita maima went for a short walk on the lonely nooks of Mukteshwar as all other members were under the heavy quilt to fight the cold.
The next day we went for ALMORA , we reached Almora at about 10:00 in the morning and after fixing hotel of Drivers choice(as he said he will only allow us to stay in star rated hotels because those have car parking facility).Jo Hookoom ! we resided in SHIKHAR HOTEL(a good 3 star hotel). That very day after fixing the luggages inside the hotel room we all packed ALU PARATHA from a nearby restaurant and BALL MITHAI(special of Almora) and rolled on our Innova towards Binsar. Binsar is good option to view Himalayan range but I must say not exotic, Chakauri and Munsiyari are much better and superior option. Anyway we walked through the forest area of Binsar in hope to see mountain birds or some deer at least but no nobody came infront to entertain us.
From the way back to Almora from Binsar our driver opened up in full form , by then he had planned extend our tour agreement of 7 days with him to 10 days so that he could squeeze a good amount from us. He said It is impossible for him to run the car from Chakuri to Nainital in a single day(170km.) so he insisted us to take a break in Ranikhet which we did not agree. Anyway the next day when we were all set in the car and about to start our journey towards Kausani, once again I briefed him our total route, which I have emailed them previously also. He started screaming at me saying “aapka jo tour hain wo saat din mein nehi 10 din mein complete hota hain”. When I said Ok, fine If it is so then why didn’t you or Mr.Suyal said me before when I spoke to you all about the tour and most importantly I mailed you my total tour plan. He said “ Hum idhar se Gadi nehi le jayenge , aap doosra gadi dekhlo aur humko rupiya bhi nehi chahiye” We were wondering at his rude behaviors, it was beyond my expectation that a driver can go to that extent of audacity. Anyway we all got down from the car and I said everyone present there about the fowl game he played with us and soon I did contact the Hotel Manager of Shikhar and said him the whole story, he arranged to get me another car from Almora with a new driver. When we were all set to start our journey after2-3 hrs of hallagulla, then our previous car driver came again, Shivraj came in the reception and informed that he won’t allow our new car to move from the hotel premises until and unless he is being given his 3400/- (1700/- for 2 days).The hotel manager shouted at him and said if we would have want we could put him inside bars so he advised him not to cross his limit, on the otherhand he(Hotel person) requested us to pay his 3400/- , at first I was rigid not to pay him the money because of the harassment and his rude behaviour but then my husband decided not to go in more deep controversy and paid him his money. He wanted the tour to continue without anymore hindrances. I personally request you all friend not to take anyservice from MR.SACHIN SUYAL OR SHIVRAJ OF BRINDAWAN TOURS, HALDWANI,TALLI. They are great frauds.
Well , we reached Kausani in the evening and as soon as we landed on the soil of Kausani a chilled, moist gush of wind welcomed us. We spoke with Mishra ji(Manager) and manage to get the front sided two cottages and we were the only boarders in the whole Ashram. We were served with hot rice, dal, sabji and alu bhaji at the ashram canteen. In the evening we all gathered in the ashram’s auditorium where after offereing prayer to INDIA, Bapu ji we sang some beautiful patriotic songs. Mishra ji was overwhelmed by our participation, even a cold flow of blood ran across our spine while thinking of us sitting in the same place where once Gandhiji spent some precious days of his life and singing in high pitch for our dear country INDIA.
The next day i.e 2nd March we were to start off our Journey in a land of snow capped mountains, , glaciers, valleys, gushing streams -------- to MUNSIYARI. That day was also Maha Shiv Ratri so stopped in Baijnath and Bageshwar Mandir, both very famous religious place to offer our prayer to SHIV JI. When we reached near Minsiyari via Khalia Top it was all snow around us , our kids gigiggled with happiness, even the elder ones to rejoiced at the sight. We were the only tourist throughout the way and in Khalia Top amidst the great snow capped mountains , under a cloudy sky an d trees half covered with snow we nine people found an image of heaven. Mishtu suddenly shouted “MA baraf porche..” WOW ! God just gave what our soul wanted as at that very moment, there started snow fall, it was very much like Homeopathic globules being showered from above.
We reached Munsiyari at about 5 p.m and it was raining heavily by then, and needless to say it was tremendous cold . Munsiyari is situated in the northern part of the Pithoragarh district. This small town is located at the foot of the main Himalayan peaks that are covered with snow throughout the year. This town has breathtaking views of the Himalayas and the nearby mountains in this area are perfect for trekking. It is a day travel through Roseate dawns and crimson dusks can leave you simply siareing in the snow laden summits for hours. The next day we were though at Munsiyari but not a single peak was visible till evening and I knew very well from my previous research work reg. the tour that in Munsiyari the Sunset is more enthralling than the Sunrise. And when I saw all the peaks namely : Trishul, Nanda Devi, Nanda Ghunti, huge and magnificent Panchchhulli and many other snowy peaks playing among them with the golden yellow colour of the sun. Nothing was there to say but just tears dropped from my eyes to think how blessed we are that after a day of total rain , in the evening miraculously the sky got clear and we witnessed that heavenly sight.I thank another person , that is PAROMITA, my friend who called me as I was comfortable sitting infront of a Fireplave in the otherside of the hotel, gossiping with my other tour members, locals and tour guide. All of us ran in the Lawn of the rest house and happily took innumerable snaps.
The next day we were about to leave Munsiyari and again mother nature was too happy with us as the Sky was deep blue and all the peaks were smiling at us. The rays of the sun reflected on the peaks made us feel that we were in Cloud 9. Tata Munsiyari , hope to meet you again, sometime later!
It was a pleasant sunny morning and deep blue sky and white peaks accompanied us while we moved towards Chakauri , we reached Chakauri by evening as on the way to Chakauri we visited Patal Bhubaneshwar. Patal Bhubaneshwar, is a cave shrine of Lord Shiva. Access to the temple is no less exciting as a narrow dark passage of water through a tunnel leads to the main temple. The main passage also leads to several small caves where water oozing from limestone rocks have created interesting forms. Some of them resemble various gods and goddesses of the Hindu pantheon. In fact this cave temple complex is said to be the abode of thousands of deities and it is believed that these deities were consecrated by Adi Shankaracharya.. Maong seven adults only three of us( Me, Rita Maima and Subhas) went deep doen into the cave, I said the other members to follow us as I have been to the cave previously but they cold not conquer their fear. Anyway it was a great experience for all of us as there no no tourist inside the cave so me rita maima and subhas along with the guide felt somewhat like we have entered into some place out of the world. We resided in KMVN rest house in Chakauri , which is famous for its outstanding location. The rest is really good place to stay with a multi cuisine restaurant in it and the food was also good.
The next morning I got up at 5:30 a.m and fought with myself to come out of the quilt and made a step or two towards the window and OOPPPHH what a sight. Infront of me the Himalayan Range is about to open as it was dark by that time only I could visualize some huge ,giant figures , reflecting white colour standing infront of me and on the left hand side the sky was lighting up slightly with orange sun rays and just beneath it a SEA OF CLOUUD is floating and fron within some mouontains were peeping its head above. It was just like a sea of cloud. I ran out of my room and went into the lawn , I was so happy to see the view that instantly I felt that I should call my other tour members and made them see this. I knocked at their glass window and when they came out I took them to the watch tower , the view from there is splendid. And all were like spellbound , just no words to speak !!
The same day at 7 a.m packing our breakfast we rolled on our Maxx towards Nainital, it was a long journey and I was a bit scared that whtehr my two kids would face any problem but by God’s grace and Mother nature’s blessings they were fine and very cheerful all through. We reached Naiinital at about 2 p.m and that’s quite early.Two days stay in Nainital were nothing much than doing window shopping, loitering in and around Bhutani market and enjoying Boat rides in Naini Lake.
Now we were at the edge of out tour , which inspite of little ups and downs went very well as all the negative part were compensated by GOD and Mother nature. From Nainital we came down to Kathgodam to catch Bagh Exp. And the next morning we were again at Lucknow, the place which I didn’t like at all but our flight was scheduled from there so there was no option. We took Jet flight at 1:10p.m and via Varanasi we reached our sweet home(Kolkata) at about 3: 50 p.m. For a change , a gush of hot, dusty wind welcomed us in airport but that doesn’t matter it was the wind which is known to us, after all everything back home is sweet.
