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Hidden caves at this famous trek near Mumbai

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Not many people know about these Caves near the Peb Fort trek in Matheran  In the midst of the lush green hills of Matheran lies the famous Peb Fort trek . Peb Fort or popularly known as the Vikatgadh Fort is located at an elevation of 2100 ft . The famous Peb Fort trek starts from the foothills of the Matheran hills and continues on the track-path. Peb Fort trek is amongst the popular Monsoon trek near Mumbai.  Clouds are a common sight during Monsoon Peb Fort trek near Matheran is visited by thousands of adventure see kers from Mumbai and Pune as well. The trek is one of the most thrilling treks near Mumbai as the path crosses some serene views of the mountains, picturesque valleys and criss-cross trails.  The Temple at the top of Peb Fort trek The trek crosses from mountain to mountain and finally to the top, ending at a temple. From the temple, one can see the mountains and the hill station of Matheran.  My trek to Peb Fort I've summited the Peb Fort trek twice...

This haunted village near Jaisalmer is your go-to place

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Kuldhara, 27km from Jaisalmer is a ruined and haunted village which now comprises of a palace, small houses and a ruined temple For people who are seeking adventure after COVID, this is your go-to place. Kuldhara, near Jaisalmer, is a village with a historic and a horror-filled story The village is an hour drive from main Jaisalmer.  In the previous years, the village has had visitors in thousands as its tale is been spreading around the county. With its proximity to Jaisalmer and surrounded by the yellow sands of the Thar desert, Kuldhara is becoming a major tourist hub in the district.  My visit to Kuldhara I visited Kuldhara in 2018. From Jaisalmer, I drove to Kuldhara and reached the place in the afternoon. With the afternoon heat, I could not explore much of the village but visited the palace, the small houses and a ruined street.  I had a few conversations with the locals who told me about the village's in-depth history and mystery. The sand and the yellow walls of ...

Here's why Chopta should be your next trip

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166km from Rishikesh & 206km from Dehradun is Chopta or popularly known as Chopta Tungnath, my solace COVID has hit us hard. The pandemic has paused everything; from business to romantic dates and everything in between. With COVID on the doors, one thing that people have missed the most is; Travelling.  As Monsoon was the coming season (before COVID), people had already drawn out maps of their next trek. They had planned their stay on the beach-side farmhouse with booze and those ultimate vibes. Well, everything crashed.  But for me, I started off the year on a good note. In mid-March, before COVID stepped in India, I made a trip to the Yoga Capital of the World, Rishikesh. The trip does not end and after Rishikesh, my trip ventured on to the Heaven in India, the ultimate place for Solace, Chopta. Chopta or Chopta Tungnath is a small town located in the Rudraprayag district. Uttarakhand Chopta, as people tend to call it, is known as the basecamp for the Highest Shiva Templ...