It was a trip to recreate a photograph, which was taken a decade and a half ago. A picture taken when the four of us were first visiting the tallest stone structure (238 ft tall). I am told it is about couple of feet shorter than Taj Mahal, but I wonder if it makes itContinue reading “The minar that stood tall”
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The trip that changed us
We embarked on another journey — more of a getaway from a hectic pace of life. The trip wasn’t a leisurely one. We had packed it with a schedule. This one had a purpose. Some say it was divine. Our choice of travel was Rishikesh-Joshimath-Badrinath. It seemed an optimal choice, given the quick drive fromContinue reading “The trip that changed us”
This train travel took long
At Platform 3, it was expected. A little late—by about seven minutes. Almost on time. We stood on the dimly lit platform, a place that seemed rooted in the past. And then it arrived—chugging in with quiet authority. One of the oldest iron serpents still crawling across the Indian landmass. The Punjab Mail. Launched onContinue reading “This train travel took long”
