Kashmir
Village tour to India takes the tourist up-close to the indigenous cultures that are radiant for so many years. Community of travelers and truth seekers is seeking a place to get a real feel of India must visit its ancient villages that even today give a glimpse of age-old culture and traditions. The country boasts many villages, which cater a wonderful vacation in the paramount serenity and it’s an un-spoilt virgin beauty of Mother Nature you would perhaps get nowhere else…!!! “The future of India lies in its villages” – by Mahatma Gandhi They say the heart of India lies in their villages. In this journey, one would get an experience of the authentic village life of Jaunsar-Bawar (Uttarakhand); an opportunity to get engaged and interact with the locals and gain a rare insight into their way of life.
Mussoorie / Lakhamandal / Jakhol (160 kms / 07 hrs approx.)
After breakfast at the hotel proceed to Jakhol en route visit Lakhamandal. Lakhamandal is an ancient Hindu temple complex, situated in the Jaunsar-Bawar region of Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple is popular among the Shakti Cult, who believe that a visit to this temple shrine will end their misfortunes. According to the local people, this temple and the adjoining area are believed to be where the Duryodhana of Mahabharata episode conspired to burn alive the Bhaskar in the Lakshyagriha house, constructed with wax. Twin statues of Danav and Manav are located beside the main shrine. The statues are its dwarpals (doormen). Some people believe these statues to be those of the Pandava brothers Bhima and Arjuna. They also resemble Jai and Vijay, the doormen of Lord Vishnu. When someone was dying or had just died, an appearance in front of these statues returns them briefly to life before finally expiring.[citation needed] The power of Manav kept the person alive, while Danav took the person’s soul to Lord Vishnu’s abode. Upon arrival, traditional welcome by family members of the house and then check-in. Jakhol village – located at a distance of 19 km from Netwar, the entry gate to Govind National Park, Jakhol Village lies in the Mori block of Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. A picturesque hamlet surrounded by the Garhwal Himalayas, Jakhol village will make your heart stop a beat. The Traditional wooden carved houses are surrounded by rugged terrain, lush greenery, apple trees, and a cool breeze. The largest village in the region, Jakhol has a rich cultural heritage and age-old traditions. Agriculture and cattle rearing is the primary occupation of the people. Jakhol is famous for the “Duryodhan temple” dedicated to the eldest of the Kauravas, Duryodhan. The villagers believe Kauravas to be their ancestors and worship them. Marvel yourself with the scenic beauty of the place. Dinner & Overnight stay at a homestay.
Delhi / Dehradun – by Shatabdi train (06h45/12h50)
After light breakfast, proceed to railway station to board the Shatabdi train for Dehradun. Dep. Delhi at 06h45 Arr. Dehradun at 12h50 Upon arrival, meet at the railway station and proceed to Devalok guest house (It’s any Tibetan guest house, under the premises and supervision of Buddha monastery). Upon arrival, check-in at guest house. Lunch at guest house. Post evening experience the unique Buddha Temple with local Buddhist monks. Buddha Temple is a highly celebrated Tibetan religious site. Kochen Rinpoche and a few other monks built this temple in late 1965. The aim was to protect religious and cultural understanding of Buddhism. It is a replica of the original temple monastery in Tibet. They built it as one of the four Tibetan religion schools and named it “Nyingma” or the Old Translation School. The other three schools are Sakya, Kagy & Geluk. Mindrolling Monastery boasts a uniquely Japanese style of architecture. People believe that 50 artists made the unique design of the temple and paintings. They took about three years to complete it. It has five floors that enshrine the idols of Lord Buddha and Guru Padmasambhava. The first three floors are decorated with intricate gold colour wall paintings. The fourth floor consists of an open platform, offering a panoramic view of the Dehradun valley. Buddha Temple is regarded as one of the largest Buddhist centers in India. Buddhists have built it with the motive to preserve and promote Tibetan culture in India. There are many tiny shops and cafes that align with the temple complex. You can slurp some delicious Tibetan cuisine. One can also buy some fancy clothes from the clothing stores situated here. If you are an avid reader then you can handpick some spiritual and Tibetan books. These are available at the bookstores. Seize some beautiful shots of the temple’s architecture and cherish the Tibetan culture. Overnight stay at guest house. (Please note you will be served Tibetan Cuisine in the guest house)
Arrival Delhi
Upon arrival, meet and greet at the airport and proceed to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Inclusions
- ✓ Hotel stay
- ✓ Sightseeing tours
Exclusions
- ✓ Personal expenses
- ✓ Entry tickets to monuments
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the available communication facilities in this region?
For people who want to use their mobile phone, every mobile networks works in most of the places in this region and some villages and places you might face bad connectivity problems.
Are there ATM’s in Vyans Valley? Can I swipe my card at homestay/hotel?
Only cash is accepted at the homestay & Hotel. The nearest ATM is located in Dharchula. Hence carry sufficient cash with you during the tour.
