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Peaceful Mornings at the Pune Okayama Friendship Garden

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On a calm, foggy winter Saturday morning, my partner and I woke up much earlier than usual, around 5:30 am. For days, I had been thinking about showing Ranjan parts of Pune that I had already explored. We decided to visit the Pune-Okayama Friendship Garden, located on Sinhagad Road in Pune. It is also known as the Pu La Deshpande Japanese Garden inspired by the famous Korakuen Garden in Okayama, Japan.

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Dharamshala Travel Guide

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Dharmshala is located in Kangra valley at the foothills of Dhauladhar range in Himachal Pradesh. I spent around 4 weeks in Dharmshala and Dharamkot working remotely and exploring places at my own pace. So whenever I got some time I stepped out to see places around – one place at a time.

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Hunt for Fiddleheads in the Wilderness

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This evening, I wandered into a nearby forest of Manali with locals to pluck fiddleheads, ferns, and other wild veggies. Three women, little Ishan, and two dogs. This is a photoblog, so I’ll let the photos speak a thousand words.

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Triund Trek – In The Heart of Dhauladhar

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As I wrapped up my office work and packed my backpack for the next day, the playful growl of thunder echoed through the sky promising the rain. Despite the uncertainty of the weather, I kept talking to myself debating whether I’d be able to step out and go for a trek. Yet, amidst swirling thoughts in my mind, I held onto positive thoughts and settled for the night.

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Bai Dinh Pagoda Photoblog

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Bai Dinh Pagoda is the largest Buddhist temple in Southeast Asia and what I found most fascinating is the temple and the statues – truly grand and Buddha statues in different sizes and materials. You might have seen daytime pictures of the site that is gorgeous, but I visited at night and here’s how it dazzles in the dark.

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Candid Moments from Vietnam

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During my Vietnam trip, I found it very interesting how people go beyond and decorat the bonsai trees everywhere. Sharing some photos, hope you will like them.

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Best Cafes in Dharamshala

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In Dharmshala, Dharmkot, Mcleodganj, and Bhagsu, you’ll find no shortage of cafes with pretty views. Sipping on a hot cup of coffee or tea while gazing at the Dhauladhar range—it’s perfect, isn’t it? During my extended stay, I had the pleasure of visiting several cafes, and here’s my honest review of the experience.

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Things To Do In And Around Danang

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Last night, we took a sleeper bus from Ninh Binh city to Danang, arriving at 11:30 AM. After checking into our hotel room, despite the comfortable bus journey, I found it difficult to sleep properly. We decided to take the day slowly, resting for a couple of hours. And yay! After gathering our energy, we were ready to head out and explore Danang.

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My Khe Beach Photoblog

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My Khe beach is a golden sand beach that’s perfect setting for a tranquil early morning walk or a serene evening spent listening to the soothing sounds of the waves.

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