Tuesday, 23 October 2018

My first travelling diary- Isha Khattri

My first travelling diary- Isha Khattri

The most awaited journey begins, and I see Thomas, for the very first time! Here's the story from my perspective. 
As we reached our destination1, kainchi dham, I could sense the amazing experiences waiting ahead. The stillness that I felt at Ashram of Neem Karoli Baba, was something that I never experienced before, memories may not be captured in cameras but the tranquility of the place will remain in heart forever, Destination2 was although miles ahead, but having fantastic company is always a blessing, be it singing at the loudest pitch of voice or clicking candid in traveller, the long hour journey was already made worth spending time.
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As we reached our hotel, I couldn’t believe my eyes the panorama that I had in front me, so striking that one can’t stop starring at it. With energy level so high that even bathing with chilled water didn’t bother. Neither did it at our Destination2, Jageshwar Temple. It was no less than a privilege to be able to witness number of temples which were made back in 7th century.

The joint trees and water flowing behind, everything about the place was enchanting. They can make anyone wonder about the existence of invisible powers.
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The Destination 3 was not just a temple, as a famous quote of the movie "TFIOS" states _"This world, apparently, is not a wish granting factory"_; this place breaks that myth. Applications are written to God. And once they are fulfilled the applicant ties a Bell as Gratitude. *Well, we are large in number so were the applications, restoring faith, even larger was the number of bells.* 💛


What we had waiting next to add up to our day was the most awaited YOUNG LEADERS SUMMIT. With our heart beats swift it began, be it Tulika's words setting up examples to be more of a generous or Rashmi's incredible use of punctuation, Bhavya Ma'am adding cherry on the cake with her words or Sir introducing us to dimension we can see life through.💙Without a doubt, it ended up giving a lot of things to think about and start living in a new way, discovering the real 'Purpose of life'. The tiring day concluded with a Bonfire in light rain showers! When you imagine the most beautiful things that can happen in your life, include this one too!
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Now to witness the serenity of Buddhist Monk, I was already late. Perhaps, I and Viffi had alot to talk; Excitement.
I woke up to loud drum beats,🥁 party vibes, clock tickling 7, I walked up to room and there I saw everyone downstairs dancing in a wedding, one of the most fun thing!  I regret missing this. 
Was it not enough, the next thing waiting ahead was even more incredible! Climbing up to temple 500mt above our location I couldn’t feel my legs, but on reaching the top, the view in front of my eyes was worth everything.
As we went downwards to a cliff famous as the place for mediation of Swami Vivekananda. I realized that he was not just a man with epic knowledge, attained self-peace but also, he was so daring! 🙏🏻
Sat there barely for 10 minutes and i could already imagine scenarios what if this is the full stop to my existence.
Next came another place shedding immense peace and pious vibes.🧘🏻‍♀ The thing that was more interesting was, walking back and watching all fitness freaks! All in group are extremely talented and our leader remaining undoubtedly the most talented one. From playing bongos, to singing, writing songs, and here, being excellent in fitness, Sir evidenced why he is an incredible leader! 🙌🏻
Further was time to leave the place but who we met before bidding adieu to our hotel was Inayat... this little bundle was the cutest thing we came across in our trip! Ranikhet being our next destination, after walking long in Botanical Garden🦌, was a place of extreme beauty. The golf course, tall trees, struck car, and greenery all around.🌳
The place where we reached next, words are not enough for that place.
Brought feel of those *who gave up on their sleep so that we can sleep peacefully in our rooms.* Army Museum, UK. From Armors of World War to Guns of Kargil, from Rani Lamiae’s throne to defeated country's flag hanging upside down. How can one not get goose bumps looking at a Senninbari which actually had blood marks on it? 😶
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Moving further our next destination was Nanital.
The beauty of the place was enhanced by the chilly winds and rain showers! And was this not enough to give you feel of already having an incredible journey, the hotel did it. Heritage hotel of Nanital! 🌸
Although there were many things worth remembering about that antique place, Lion's head perhaps was most interest arousing after in-room bonfire, and above it all, at first even I bewildered it as a real one, but damn science! 🦁
What I added to my list next was I damn should learn to play at least one instrument in my life. I can’t even play happy birthday on a piano. Though, that ancient piano had its beauty stationed. The hour we spent next recording mini- sessions uncovered various talents everyone had. 🎤🎼💙
In rain, we went ahead bidding adieu to this Royal palace, next in our list was Naina devi temple; one can’t miss this while being in Nanital, the lake view from the temple was exquisite. 🌊 And behind the temple was Tibet Market. Though I wanted to shop a lot, but what? Remained a question. 🤷🏻‍♀
If you have poor bargaining skills, like me, you're probably end up shopping nothing at all. Momos in the lane, in rain, quite popular, were delight. And what more delightful was watching those kids playing football in hard rain and in high spirits. Such love for football! 
We next took a pause near a picturesque - Waterfall.  Nature is extremely beautiful, and this was one of the reasons why. You can just stare at falling water and still not get bored. Though, we didn’t. Another major memory of the place is the mini heart attack I got, thanks to Strong boy, Shashank. 💪🏻You almost killed me while saving, No doubt on you being Strong. Your gym trainer would be so happy!
If i think of strong guy, i remember is taste in music and what comes next is Music, Vartika playing music. 🎼 Rock music. One song for half an hour and still one can’t get bored of this! She has got DJ skills too, is what i realized as we moved from Nanital to Kathgodam for our train. The coolest girl in the group!💙
Before I catch my train and put a final full stop to my words, here are a few more random things about people that contributed to make my trip so exultant,
Beginning from Rashmi, she is beautiful and so is her photography, every single picture she took, is so incredible, and while talking about photography how can we not talk about our Stone guy, who captured beauty of the place in such a way that those who didn’t tag along will regret.🗿 Also, the trip brought photography skills in many specially the Youngest one of the group.📷 Stone Guy, though looks rude, but he is actually extremely nice!
Meanwhile, I got an amazing friend or more a Business Partner, what I learned from him is how to be responsible, except when it comes to your phone, but rest all the time.👻 The only reason I was able to climb those heights or while going back to hotel at Mall Road was him. And we are changing business, right? 
Before next Summity! 😂 

The next who am I going to talk about is Chandler of our group, “face funny nai hai, but baate haii!” Shanatanu's timings are so accurate that he gives clear competition to most of stand-up comedians!🤓 And if the discussion is about Shantanu, how can i not talk about sweetest member of the group, Tulika. 💙The one thing that i loved the most about her is she can sing any song, anywhere, any time, I never get tired of listening to her.🎤
Bhavya Ma'am, beauty with brain, you are more like a friend to me.💞💞 My cutest friend! The little things you do are so adorable. 

And All that I'm writing so happily, credit goes to someone who is not just an amazing mentor but also an expert in every field, i could only watch him managing all 12 different people in a great way that we became a family from strangers in just 3 days! The Leadership skills that possess are rare of kind. Sir, we are so lucky to have a gem like you as our mentor. 🙇🏻‍♀🙏🏻
I was told quite back, I’m lucky when it comes to having people, Now I realize why! 
Thanks to each and every one. Had the best time of my life.
I can’t wait for next trip! 🌿










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