Category: Raw Travels

Ahivant Fort, situated at a distance of 55 kilometres from Nashik, holds great significance as one of the notable forts in the region. It is faced by Achla, Ahivant, and Mohandar forts, strategically positioned to safeguard it from potential attacks. Captain Brigs once described the fort as tall and lacking a distinct shape.

In 1636 the fort was been ruled by Adilshah and then Mughals take over the fort with the help of Alirvardi khan which was superior under Shaista khan commandment. In 1670 Shivaji maharaj won the fort from Mughal. Under the orders of Moghul Emperor Aurangzeb, Mahabat Khan, his loyal chieftain, was dispatched to seize the fort. Coordinating with Diler Khan, they launched a relentless attack from both sides, resulting in the fort’s surrender to the Moghuls. Later, in 1818, British Colonel Prother managed to capture the fort.

Vani city is closed to Ahivant fort which has 44 km distance with lot of hotels for accommodation facility for tourist and trekkers. It has a safe road for trekking and does not have any dense forest while trekking.

To reach Ahirwant fort entrance it would take around 2 hrs to reach. It has a water scarcity in fort so one must carry the water bottles. There is no facilities of night staying on fort as local people arrange the accommodation and food downside the fort at reasonable rate.

Ahivant fort is located on plain grounds and the structure of the forts are in poor conditions while walking around the fort you will get to observed lot of Wadas which is been in dilapidated condition as some historians believe that it might be some military storage facility at that era.

There is Mahadev pind and caves to witness at the fort. There are 2-3 water pondswhich are adjacent to one of the pond where you can witness a temple of Maa Saptashrangi.

The Ahivant fort occupies a vast, level plateau, but its structures have fallen into disrepair. The fort’s damage include storehouses, bridge, bastions, and water tanks, as well as a sizable pond situated in the fort’s center. It takes approximately one hour to encircle the fort’s entirety.

Sikkim an ultimate destination for all traveller to visit its abundant resources of natural beauty, mesmerizing calmness of scenic hills would make you stun for quite a time. One such destination is Ravangla Lake a hidden gem that captivates the hearts of all who visit. Located in the picturesque town of Ravangla in the Indian state of Sikkim, this serene lake offers a tranquil escape from the chaos of everyday life.

Ravangla one of the prominent place that is set between pelling and gangtok at a height of about 7000 feet above sea level.

The broad Himalayan range which has a unmatched view and Ravangla has a exquisite view and a must visit destination.

The lake is also a popular spot for boating enthusiasts. Renting a paddleboat or a rowboat allows visitors to explore the lake at their own pace, immersing themselves in the tranquillity of the surroundings. The experience of gliding across the serene waters is truly rejuvenating.

It has a hidden series for trekkers and explorers through Maenam wildlife sanctuary.

A large Tibetan community is settled in Ravangla and has a Buddhist monasteries which is one of the popular site to visit.

From ravanglaa one of the famous peaks like mt kanchejunja. Mt kabru, mt pandim and mt siniolchu are visible.

Ravangala has blessed with its own exotic flowers like orchids and rhododendrs with various himalayn birds like grey bush chats, dark throated thrush, verditier flycathcher.

Ravangla has two hot springs Borong and Thong which has extremely good therapeutic properties because of sulphur rich substance that can soothe your prolonged dull pain or cramps.

In Borong village in Ravangla town which is famous for his handmade paper unit and produces one of the finest handmade handicrafts paper products and it is very well known in overseas with high demand.

Assam one of the hilly north eastern state which is been quite unearth for some time and in recent years the unexplored gem places are making their presence on traveller heart.

One such discovery of this adventure trip is Haflong lake and Haflong hill.

Haflong hill which is surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills, this serene lake around Haflong hill offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. With its crystal-clear waters and breathtaking views, Haflong Lake is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts alike.

Haflong Lake is also a cultural hub. The lake is surrounded by several tribal villages, where visitors can experience the rich cultural heritage of the region. The locals are known for their warm hospitality and traditional handicrafts. Visitors can explore the vibrant markets and indulge in the local cuisine, which is a delightful blend of Assamese and tribal flavours.

The picturesque panorama view makes this place one of the magnificent wonders of the world.

It is completed surrounded by the peaceful lake and mountain and located at the heart of the hill station.

Haflong hill is one of the calm hill station blessed with lush greenery scenic views and has calm ambience and has wildlife greenery and it would be a delightful trip for nature lovers and will be a stress buster for fatigue souls.

The Haflong lake, also known as the “Switzerland of the East,” is the largest natural water body in Assam. Its calm and peaceful ambiance makes it an ideal spot for boating and fishing. Visitors can rent paddle boats or rowboats to explore the lake and enjoy the stunning vistas. The lake is also home to a variety of fish species, making it a popular spot for angling.

It also offers adventures activities like paragliding, trekking and water sports like boating activities.

It is 310 km long from Guwahati in Assam.

One of the famous national park and most recommended places to visit if you are avid lover of wildlife.

The park is situated on the banks of the Brahmaputra River with sprawling grasslands, marshes, and thick forests. It provides a natural habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna, including tigers, elephants, wild water buffalo, and various species of birds. The park’s unique ecosystem supports a graceful balance of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and researchers alike.

Assam  one of the hilly region and most famous for his high end tea estates cultivation.

One of the most famous preservation of one horned rhinoceros.

A enormous association to experience real life elegant nature creature like leopard, gibbons, elephants, fling, squirrels, leopards, swamp dear and Bengal foxes.

Surrounded by rich flora and fauna will make your experience a rare visualization of some extinct trees and their culture.

Some interesting facts about kaziranga national park that it was formed in 1908 on the recommendation of many Curzon and it is spread around 430 square kilometre and has around 2200 Indian one horned rhinoceros.

With its dense forest and marshy grassland with its extinct species and their protection it was proposed as reserved forest with an area of 232 km2(90sqm).

Gradually tiger population has also been increasing and so it was also declared as tiger reservation in 2006.

Visitors to Kaziranga National Park can explore its beauty through jeep safaris and elephant rides, allowing them to witness the wildlife up close. The park also offers opportunities for birdwatching, as it is home to numerous migratory and resident bird species.

It ha various types of birds breeds like ferruginous duck, black necked stark, Asian openbill and many more to name which  migrate from central Asia during winter season.

A must appreciated part of this kaziranga national park that they have protect the wildlife and their endangered species through their amazing activities.

 It has received world heritage site by UNESCO and it is located on the edge of eastern Himalayan bio diversity area of Golaghat and Nagaon district.

The god kiss nature of Meghalaya have countless places that has been nurtured and everyone should visit this bespoke nature beauty.

Mawlyngbna is one of the fascinating places and adventures region of Meghalaya. You can enjoy the short hikes around it and eventually it will take you to beautiful waterfalls and there you can witness the fossil parks.

Some historical data suggest that it has fossils dated back 200 million years ago and locals point out to be seabed presence means the place was under water.

There are lot of adventurous activities to enjoy like kayaking, angling and cliff jumping.

For adventure enthusiasts, Mawlyngbna offers a plenty of activities. From trekking through the dense forests to exploring the hidden caves, there is something for everyone. The village is also a gateway to the famous David Scott Trail, a historic route that was once used by the British to connect Assam with Bangladesh.

Nestle in greenery alongside hills with voluptuous road and mesmerizing natures beauty with thrilling mountains and the natures voice.

Prior reaching to Mawlyngbna one can witness the foggy ambiance of Mawphlang scared groove and enjoy the unearthed beauty.

The Dawki River, with its forest green waters, is a sight to behold and a popular spot for boating and kayaking. The nearby living root bridges, a marvel of bioengineering, are a testament to the innovation of the local Khasi people.

It has a joy able sunset to enjoy from hilly region.

A thrilling Umkhakoi water reservoir to try some adventures activity accompanied with a foggy morning and the sound of their raindrops will soothe your body.

A river canning thrill will be a lifetime experience which will be jumping from the cliff and leaning down tiny waterfalls rappelling a few with swimming and kayaking to the Umkhakoi river. A moment to remember for lifetime.

It has the multiple options to stay in cottage or tents inside the jungle and offers the authentic local, Meghalaya cuisine which is mouth watering.

Mawsynram town which is 15 km from Meghalaya of east khasi hills district is located the top of the hill side.

Travelling to a various destination will open your mind to see different things and to explore learn and grow.

Arunachal Pradesh is one of the hidden location of India to explore the culture and tradition. Hence, called as land of the dawn lit mountains. However, due to lack of road infrastructure which is always on the boiling point due to its strategic location along India china border around the corner make it undiscovered.

In recent years of infrastructure development there has been major boost to the tourism development of Arunachal Pradesh.

One such untraveled place is Tenga valley which is surrounded by hilly  mountain.

A vibrant place to visit for adventures lovers mountains mongers and nature seekers to experience the calmness of that region.

The tranquil sprinkles of freshwater and majestic view of the mountains will remind you of European cities.

Tenga valley is a small and unexplored place and a strategic location of India where there is military base.

Located in lap of snow clad mountains which has a breaktakingviews will be a thrilling expirence.

It has borders with Bhutan, Myanmar and china and its very critical for travellers to visit.

As there are certain restrictions to procure a permit to enter the state. For Indian citizens it require inner line permit and for foreign nationality it requires a protected areas permit.

For Indian domestic travellers they can apply both online or offline for Ilp which is called as Inner line permit in addition to foreign travellers they can obtain pap license once they get visa and there is one clause for foreign nationals that they cannot apply pap online.

You can visit some listing places like Nagmandir, Monasteries, Chindit top, Tengamarket.

The kameng river also offer the rich fishing experience.

Located in Arunachal Pradesh in Tenga city at Tawang.

Meghalaya a incredible destination to break your hectic monotonous routine and experience the indigenous place of north east region.

Kongthong in Meghalaya is one of the fascinating places to visit which is bounded by their culture and tradition. It is nestle in the arms of hilly area with verdant greenery of khasi hills.

Kongthong is oftenly called as whistling village because of it tunes which are used instead of names and this verbal tradition is carried on from generations to generations.

Kongthong has one unique tradition where a child is born in the village and his or her mother Jingrwai lawbei create a poetry like carol or melody and that becomes the identity of that person for the entire life and the tune are unique for each child to know. The carol has no words but a melody like rhyme and the villager ardently follow this tradition this will be one of the fascinating experience of travellers.

It has a wide picturesque view with you can relish their tradition and enjoy their remarkable living roots bridges.

It is located 65 km southwest of shillong and it could be reach by a 10 km hill track from the nearest motorable village of thangam.

Kongthong has added a feather in its cap for their entry in united nations world tourism organization for worlds best village contest and is also intending to achieve the UNESCO for heritage status.

You can grab a beautiful view of Mawkdok dympep valley and most thrilling Mawsmai cave.

One of the curious thing that the travellers would cherish when they visit the mystical monolith.

We are talking about a remote place Willong khullen which lies on the border of Manipur and Nagaland.

It has the potential to become one of the great wonders on the planet which beneath the extraordinary existence.

The structure has no history or evidence about their existence and many of the villagers revered them as scared and holy spirits.

The entrance of the village have a vertical stone slabs in different shapes and sizes surrounded by hooks wires.

It is in a weird shape with a countryside greenery chilly with a warmful of good people settlement which trigger the curiosity of travellers to rethink about this monolith.

Some beliefs that the stone shaped monolith were build in the honour of the fallen heroes of war in ancient times.

Thinking of his unusual posting will make you glow..

It will make you feel the likes of monoliths in France and look.

An unfamiliar travel destination in India is the north east part of India which includes Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Nagaland, Mizoram, Meghalaya and Sikkim.

The hidden beauty of the northeast region can suddenly mesmerize, revealing a lesser known fact about that area.

It is indeed a privilege to introduce a remarkable attraction in Manipur known as Santhei Natural Park.

Our life is all about the journey where we discover new exotic places.

Santhei natural park which is most popular holiday spot surrounded by a lush green landscape and glaring scenic flower beds with good pathways and a shinning lake to heal your eyes.

You can experience there rich and indigenous traditions which has its own aura to display. The age old practices will leave you stunned for some time it will try to forget your advanced living of life.

They have personnel their own century old ritual fire which still burns at the Panam Ningthou temple under the superstition of the temple authorities which is deeply routed religious beliefs.

It is located in Andro village which is about 21 km from Imphal in north eastern side of Manipur.

Santhei natural park which lies on the edge of the village is the symbol of the villagers commitment to preserve the nature and rational utilization and a additional artificial dam is been made for public utilization.

The park which is based on Nongmaiching range will  please you with their beautiful scenic outlook of the surrounding hills.

The villagers are supportive and helpful and you can have a good memento to cherish.

One of the most fascinating places in Europe but yet not known is Albania surrounding by the scenic nature or a kiss of god to shine the place.

Berat is one of the exciting places in Albania that one should visit and experience there unique culture with marvellous architecture structure and design.

Berat has the world heritage site in 2005 they have well preserved several historic sites and their valuable information.

Travellers can peek into their very famous Nurellari winery, an old castle, unique architecture style st theodore church and local handicraft . This city, originally an Illyrian settlement over 2400 years ago, has been a nurturing ground for various civilizations.

Berat has the oldest neighbour wood town like management, Gorica and kala. Bestowing one of the beautiful places in Europe and a classic example of well preserved ottoman town.

They have beautiful mosques and churches which is beautifully crafted and decorated.

The panorama work has the unique blend of tradition to experience their masterpiece work of artisans.

There are mixture of eastern and western cultures in Albanian history.

Berat is also famous for its byzantine churches and one should visit it.

To experience their historic city you should walk each and every part of corner and explore.