POV: Friend goes to Kashmir when you are sulking as you haven't gone on a proper trip for more than three years. And the bitxh has the audacity to send you pics like these.
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A book on Maratha wars briefly introduced me to an event in the 18th century and mentioned the migration of some Marathas to Jammu during Ahmed Shah Abdali’s invasion. The story goes like this:
Ahmed Shah Abdali invaded India eight times between 1748 and 1767, following the collapse of the Mughal Empire. To maintain his huge army created by Nadir Shah for invasions, Ahmed Shah Abdali…
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In a spontaneous (and probably highly illegal) decision, I decided to enter a half-renovated palace looking building in Mubarak Mandi Complex, Jammu. No one stopped me, precisely because there was no one around- the entire enclosed polygon of tall buildings of maharajas who'd probably thought they'd be ruling forever had a neglected, forgotten look about it. Even the locals didn't seem to know of the existence of the small museum, or the British style fountains on four corners of a Mughal and Dravidian style garden, enclosed by the Rajputana looking palace buildings. So many religions, ruling families, races- all blending together homogeneously, without the added colour of communalism that often (unfortunately) divides other significant melting pots such as Delhi, where I have grown up seeing firsthand the segregation of Mughalai versus Rajputana, each distinct and prideful in a lack of confluence with the opposite party. Here in Jammu for the first time I saw a masjid down the road from a temple, jhatka and halal shops standing shoulder to shoulder with a pure vegetarian vaishno dhaba, people living in seemingly true fraternity- and above all, harmony.
I am sure this is a gross romanticisation of the political atmosphere of one of India's most controversial and warred upon regions. And yet this picture- of a roof panel at that palace I very illegally entered- sparks these bittersweet emotions in me that awaken the inner idealist. This panel is a glimpse into Dogra history, and all the diverse factors that form it- and yet even as we speak, vital parts are being slowly replaced by fresh, bright, unmarked wood. The glass half empty side of my brain cries at the loss of history, cries for the beautiful and intricate artwork on the inner walls of the palace that are being covered by sterile white paint, for the erasure of an entire culture by controversy such that even the descendants of the kings themselves don't know who they are. And yet, unbidden as hope, the glass half full side of my brain sees this blank wood with rosy eyes, perhaps reminiscent of the perspective of the artisans who first set out to paint this beauty in the first place- seeing these empty spots as fresh slates onto which we can paint our own stories of love and peace.
2020: Sikh devotees, some of them wearing masks, arrive to offer prayers during celebrations to mark the birth anniversary of the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak Dev, at a gurudwara, or Sikh temple, in Jammu. [Channi Anand/AP Photo]
"Every heart sings a song, incomplete, until another heart whispers back. Those who wish to sing always find a song. At the touch of a lover, everyone becomes a poet."
▶️ 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 enables 𝐲𝐨𝐮 to 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐛𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬/𝐥𝐮𝐱𝐮𝐫𝐲 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬/𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬 in the 𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐬 of 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞.
▶️ 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞, 𝐲𝐨𝐮 can 𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, 𝐰𝐡𝐨 provide 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐞 with 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 to 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞.
▶️ 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 help 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 all 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 in 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐚, 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧 the 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬, 𝐲𝐨𝐮 have 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝.
Beautiful morning with a desire for love & the mist of clouds touched my inner space. The chirping of birds gave me hope for another beautiful day on my new journey. - it’s been more than 9 years watching each family of birds grow up in my desired location with love, desperately feeling like I have a life which is unimaginable without beloved birds, which connects with their soul for a lifetime. #pigeons #birds #birdsofinstagram #jammu #jammukashmir #birdsofinstagram #piegon #piegoals #ateeqtak #followforfollowback #birdstagram #birdsphotography #instagood #sony #photography #natgeo #natheoyourshot #myshotphotographer #natgeophotography #india #indianfood (at Jammu Kashmir India) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjgC_CmJD4l/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Rugged beauty, fascinating wildlife and charming hillside villages are just not a few of the things you can expect on a visit to Leh Ladakh. With many destinations only accessible by air or roads, this remote paradise is a treat for those who love the adventure in their life. You will be rewarded with magnificent glaciers and the unbelievable beauty of our mother nature. Whenever somebody thinks about Leh Ladakh, one thing always comes to mind how people live their livelihood, so there are some best places to stay in Leh Ladakh.
THE APRICOT TREE
If you are looking for a riverside view hotel in Leh Ladakh, then the apricot tree is for you. The mesmerizing view from your window of the Indus River with the outstanding location overlooking the view surrounded by Leh mountain range and nature. Big rooms with a private balcony, the apricot tree is the best hotel in Leh Ladakh under your budget and located on Srinagar-Leh highway, Nurla.
ADDRESS- Srinagar-Leh highway, Nurla.
COST- 3500 INR
CATEGORY- 3-star hotel
STOK PLACE
When someone visits the secluded and remote zanskar valley, it's difficult to find accommodations, but Stok palace has some beautiful walking routes across the Indus River and leaves directly through the property.
Perfectly surrounded by the zanskar mountain range ensconced by nature. It's also famous for the Ladakhi kitchen. Stok palace is a historical architecture property.
ADDRESS- Leh Ladakh
COST- 4000 INR
CATEGORY- 3 star hotel
NIMMU HOUSE
Nibbu house is hidden in village Nibbu 45 km away from the city Leh Ladakh but yet still within easy reach of Ladakh's sights, it's a perfect hideaway. It's famous for its cultural and wellness activities. The rooms and the tents are very comfortable and a good option for the group to stay. They also have outdoor activities as well as trekking on trails.
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