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How to make the best momo soup in the world - recipe!
Blog: 99 + 1 countries - 20 October 2009
I sneaked in to the kitchen of Tenzin Dickey Tibetan in Leh to see how they make their potato and cheese momo soup for which they ought to be world famous and millionaires. And this is how it's how it's done. Teenage son chops veggies. Mom makes momos of course and then dad cooks them.Momos
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Delhi, India
Blog: Patrick and Katrina do the Globe - 18 October 2009
Our first day in India corresponded with Katrina's birthday, so as a special treat we'd arranged to stay at the lovely Shanti Home, complete with airport pickup.
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The Pushkar Camel Fair
Blog: Brilliant Tips Travel Blog - 18 October 2009
Each November before the full moon, thousands of people go to the banks of the Pushkar Lake in the holy city of Pushkar in the state of Rajastan, India, to be a part of the amazing Pushkar Camel Fair. During the full moon days, a tented city is created adjacent to Pushkar Lake where people from around the globe cover the sand dunes to enjoy the festivities, trade livestock and handicrafts, participate in camel races and experience music, dance and drama. The colors, music and festivities of the annual Pushkar ...
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Friday Flashback – Sikkim Adventures
Blog: GoBackpacking - 16 October 2009
Sikkim is a former Buddhist kingdom nestled along the Himalaya, bordered to the west by Nepal, the north by Tibet, and the east by Bhutan and China. About 30 years ago, India took the reigns, yet its unique identity is still reflected throughout the state. Narrow, winding roads are etched into the sides of steep mountains [...]Buy travel insurance from Worldnomads.com (Lonely Planet's preferred carrier) No related posts.
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Sent the Koh-i-Noor back to Punjab!
Blog: 99 + 1 countries - 16 October 2009
As my infatuation with the turban wearing men keeps growing, I bought a book on Sikhism called the Sikhs by Khushwant Singh, a famous Sikh scholar.
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Another unforgettable journey in Kashmir
Blog: 99 + 1 countries - 12 October 2009
In the summer of 2008, serious communal violence resulting in dozens of fatalities, followed by massive strikes, curfews and business shut downs , left Kashmir mostly paralyzed. With the buses out service, you, in a momentary lapse of reason, decide to hitchhike your way through the troubled valley.
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Kerala Suggested Itineraries – 2 weeks
Blog: Kerala India Travel - 11 October 2009
Following on from the last Kerala India Travel post on suggested Kerala 1 week itineraries, here’s some ideas to help you plan your two week trip to Kerala. Kerala Highlights Cochin-Munnar-Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary-Alleppey-Kollam-Varkala-Trivandrum This is the classic Kerala route that takes in the most popular destinations.
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Friday Flashback – Exploring Darjeeling
Blog: GoBackpacking - 9 October 2009
I knew nothing of Darjeeling before my trip last year, except for the region’s reputation for quality teas. One of the greatest aspects of long term travel, and around the world trips in particular, is the freedom the time allows you to change plans and follow your curiosities. It turns out Darjeeling has a lot to [...]Buy travel insurance from Worldnomads.com (Lonely Planet's preferred carrier) No related posts.
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The alternative guide to Kashmir
Blog: 99 + 1 countries - 8 October 2009
1.Visit Pahalgam.Set on the banks of the Lidder river and sandwiched between snow capped mountains, the small town of Pahalgam is a must-see for all those visitng Kashmir. This used to be hot spot for domestic tourists, but after the advent of the armed insurgency in Kashmir most have relocated to the less spectacular Kullu and Parvati valleys.
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Ranthambore national Preserve India, A Tigers Haven
Blog: Canada's Adventure Couple - 6 October 2009
Despite my years watching nature shows on tigers and living in a football town where no animal bests the “Tiger,” nothing prepared me for my experiences seeing two tigers in the wild at Ranthambore National Preserve in Sawai Madhopur, India. Visiting a wildlife reserve is one of the easiest ways that a traveler can contribute to a destination having a very high impact.
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Close Encounters of the Creepy-Crawly Kind
Blog: GoBackpacking - 5 October 2009
Worse than the actual close encounter is the state you'll likely be in - buck naked, or close to it.Buy travel insurance from Worldnomads.com (Lonely Planet's preferred carrier)
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Kerala Suggested Itineraries – 1 week
Blog: Kerala India Travel - 4 October 2009
This is the first in a new Kerala India Travel series on suggested itineraries for trips to Kerala. I have received many queries from people who are unsure about the best places to visit in Kerala, and what’s possible within a certain time frame.
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Friday Flashback: Crossing Nepal’s Eastern Border
Blog: GoBackpacking - 2 October 2009
Crossing international borders over land can be full of headaches, from filling out paperwork to bureaucratic delays, insidious money changers and scams galore. After convincing myself to finally leave Nepal, I clearly had the desire for more adventure because instead of making the trip from Kathmandu to Darjeeling, India with new friends, I decided [...]Buy travel insurance from Worldnomads.com (Lonely Planet's preferred carrier)
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The other unforgettable journey: 21 hours from Leh to Manali
Blog: 99 + 1 countries - 30 September 2009
People taking the bus from Leh to Manali were told to show up on the Main Bazaar of Leh at midnight. The bus was to take off at 1 AM.When I arrived a fight had already errupted.
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Elephanta Caves in India
Blog: Atlas Parasite - 28 September 2009
Honestly, Mumbai didn’t impress me much. Probably I didn’t spend enough time there nor did I go to the right places, maybe I’m bitter because I didn’t get to meet a Bollywood star, should’ve waited to see Slumdog Millionaire before heading there, although not sure how that would’ve helped. I guess the bar was already [...]Rating: 10.0/10 (2 votes cast)
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Leh: 10 small things I liked
Blog: 99 + 1 countries - 28 September 2009
Okay. So Leh did not quite do it for me.
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Srinagar to Leh in one go - a very bad idea
Blog: 99 + 1 countries - 26 September 2009
I have only myself to blame. I was told to spend two days on the road from Srinagar to Leh, making a stop half way at Kargil.
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What to do in Srinagar - 10 tips
Blog: 99 + 1 countries - 24 September 2009
1. Upon arriving take your time to find the perfect houseboat to stay.
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9 tips to finding the perfect houseboat in Srinagar
Blog: 99 + 1 countries - 22 September 2009
Staying in a houseboat is one of the main attractions of the Kashmiri town Srinagar. The houseboat are like little villas on the Dal lake.
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An unforgettable journey from Jammu to Srinagar: How these men made my day
Blog: 99 + 1 countries - 20 September 2009
Night bus from Amritsar to Jammu arrived in Jammu at 4.30 in the morning. It was pitch black. The driver of the private bus told me it was the Jammu bus station but I doubt it was.Rather, it seemed like I had been dropped from the bus to some wasteland over which a massive concrete bridge streched.
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Rajasthan
Blog: By Way of the World - 19 September 2009
We began our 10-day whirlwind tour of Rajasthan in Agra, which is technically not in the state of Rajasthan, but very close. Our next stop was Jaipur. Jaipur is known as the "pink city" because most of the buildings are painted a shade of orangey-pink.
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Visiting the Attari border - not what you expect
Blog: 99 + 1 countries - 18 September 2009
You'd thinks it's grand, pompous and dignified. But the closing ceremony at Attari border (30 km from Amritsar) between India and Pakistan is anything but.
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The Taj!
Blog: Travelicious - 16 September 2009
We took a train to Agra, which is not the most interesting nor charming city, but it does have one thing going for it – Taj Mahal. It was surprisingly quiet and peaceful at the Taj Mahal, mostly Indian tourists. They also only have to pay 10 rupees to get in, whereas foreigners have to pay a whooping 750 rupees. But I guess it is worth it, it really is beautiful. We took a quiet little moment on a bench, Martin looking at the Taj Mahal me looking into the tree above us, as there were a whole family of green parrots living in it! What beautiful birds.
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Travelling across India on a ricksha - these guys did it!
Blog: 99 + 1 countries - 16 September 2009
Ever joked about buying an auto ricksha and making your way around India driving on your own? Well it's no joke anymore.
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Kerala India Travel – Tips to Plan Your Trip (Part 1)
Blog: Kerala India Travel - 15 September 2009
These Kerala India Travel Tips should help you plan your trip to Kerala. Here are some commonly asked questions from first time visitors. Part 1 covers when to visit, and what to take and wear. Part 2 focuses on visas and whether it’s necessary to book in advance, while Part 3 discusses transport, money and [...] Related posts:Which Kerala Beach is Right For You?
