DHANAULTI
BECOMING ONE WITH NATURE
We kept moving as there was no point
halting in no man's land. In an hour, we
reached Chamba where we found samosas
and tea. It was really cold. Full of green
meadows, places like Chamba and Dhanaulti
deserve a stay but keeping the weather
conditions and Yoga festival itinerary in mind,
we surged ahead towards Rishikesh.
SURKANDA DEVI TEMPLE
KANATAL CAMP
Dhanaulti situated at an altitude of
2286m, and is known for its quiet
environs amidst the alpine forests
of Deodar, Rhododendron and Oak.
There are very few hotels here in Dhanaulti
and don't expect too many eateries. So
whatever you find, go with it.We were in the
hunt for samosas and found none, saw the
Kanatal Camp from a distance which is
famous for its adventure activities. It was
really cold and also drizzling. In fact, when we
got out of our car near the Eco Park, we
found snow forming at the corners of the
road.We snapped a few pictures but it had
really got dark and the wind was blowing
strong in the woods. Pankaj pressed the
accelerator yet again and we drove towards
Chamba. But the moment we came out in
the open, we’re in the face of the storm.The
wind was blowing heavily now. One of our
friends was quite concerned actually but the
rest of us kept a brave face just to boost his
morale.
A
nd as our tyres kept splashing
pools of water on the mountain
way to Dhanaulti, there was a
childlike excitement at everything
we saw on the way – the Mussoorie forests
with its langoors, the amazing array of
mountains resting upon the bosom of
mother earth, the Himalayan air pumping
fresh energy into our system - the trip was
in itself a paradise.The altitude soared higher
and the driving got more slow and watchful
as we approached Dhanaulti. It took us over
an hour to reach the hamlet which is
considered a tourist's paradise. Located at a
pretty high altitude, Dhanaulti promises one
of the most endearing and exotic panoramic
views of the Himalayas.
Dhanaulti is a small town
near Mussoorie,
beautifully nestled amid
the lofty Himalayan
peaks. It can be a
destination in itself, but
it’s more of a serene pit
stop for travelers heading
for longer journeys. Thus,
places to visit in Dhanaulti
are not any grand
attractions, but small and
beautiful places that offer
solitude and peace, close
to nature.
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