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About Annapurna Base Camp Trek:

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This a moderate trek. The combination of easy walking and majestic scenery makes the trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4200m), commonly known as Annapurna Sanctuary, one of the most popular treks in Nepal. Enjoy mountain views, thick bamboo and rhododendron forests and a mix of cultures unparalleled by other treks as you venture deep into the Annapurna Himal. The Annapurna Base Camp is a high glacial basin lying north of Pokhara. This magnificent amphitheatre is called

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9008812689?profile=originalFor two years, I had heard whispers of a mountain sanctuary in Eastern Tibet, around which circled a pilgrimage route unmatched for it's scenic beauty. So, in September 2013, I decided to take an expeditionary group on a journey of discovery. Here are some reflections on an amazing trip...

“Say that again?” I asked, completely blindsided.

"The road has been closed” whispered my partner Edward, with his usual smile.

Our trekking group glanced over suspiciously as we sat in Shangri-La’s old town, ove

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History

Itatiaia National Park is the first and so also the oldest National Park of Brazil. It was inaugurated in 1937 and covers almost 30.000 hectares of the
larger Environmental Protection Area of the Mantiqueira mountain range.

Getting there from Rio de Janeiro is a +/- 200 km drive via the BR116 (Rio – São Paulo). The distance from São Paulo is about 250 Km. I’m
lucky to live in Volta Redonda, which is only 80km from the park.

 

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Veu da Noiva (bride's veil) waterfall in Itatiaia

How to get ther

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Leh and Ladakh are two mesmerizing destinations which are visited mostly during the onset of summers. Leh is the capital of Ladakh, while Ladakh is a plateau and valley lying close to greater Himalayas. This beautiful destination offers all the visitors the experience of the most exotic excursion of your lifetime in the laps of great Himalayas. The place is situated at a height of 3000 meters offers everything to satisfy your travel instinct.

Apart from virgin mountains and good trekking opportun

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Trekking in Nepal

You will now enter a country that has never been occupied by a foreign power, so the people you will meet in Kathmandu and remote villages will convey to you a warm, friendly trust.

Trekking through this incredible country will take you through areas that have captured the imagination of trekkers, explorers and mountaineers over the past one hundred years. You will have the opportunity to observe many, many cultures of the many ethnic groups and look in awe at the towering peaks which all combine

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Ladakh additionally know as the "Land of High Passes" is a delightful landlocked area in northernmost part of Indian nation in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Ladakh is a standout amongst the most special spots around the globe. The spot is honored with stunning regular wonderfulness and solidifying atmosphere.

Leh is the biggest town and critical traveler end of Ladakh. The town has numerous prominent vacation spots. Leh Palace is a nine storey high legacy landmark is the prime fascination of th

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Nepal's Most Exciting Trekking Routes

Nepal is undoubtedly a trekker's paradise. Home to the seven highest peaks of the world, the country has some of the most exciting trekking trails that offers excitement and adventure. It provides the backdrop for the most amazing adventure in some of the world's most remotest mountain peaks to test your endurance and stamina. Various treks are available which are arranged by different trekking companies who also take care of your security and safety. Mentioned below are the five treks to the di

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Nepal's Top 5 Spiritual Places

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Nepal is an astonishing country with a diverse landscape. Surrounded by the great Himalayas and dotted with gently-flowing rivers and serene lakes, 
Nepal travel truly mesmerizes its visitors. It is not only a great adventure destination but also a place with much spiritual significance. The birthplace of Lord Buddha, Nepal is filled with numerous gompas and ancient Hindu temples. Many Buddhist and Hindu devotees come to Nepal on pilgrimage tours to seek blessings and pray for salvation. Mention

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Before you plan to visit ny trip in Himalayas please check the general equipment for your comfort holiday as given below,

 

Equipment List:

 

Head:                                                                   Accessories:

-Sun hat                                                               -Headlamp & spare batteries

-Fleece/Wool hat (to cover ears)                         -Hand touch & spare batteries

-Sunglasses & reading glasses                           -Dry packs

-Scarf to cover face (dus

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Visiting  minority villages

At an elevation of 1,600 meters, Sapa is a delightful former French hill station in the mountainous region of Vietnam's northwest, close to the Chinese border. The region is home to many ethnic minority groups, each with its own traditional and colorful attire. A visit here includes a trek through the hills and valleys of the Sapa region, discovering several different minorities along the way and staying overnight accommodation in the hospitable villages of the Giay
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Everest Base Camp Trekking

       One of the famous trekking of Nepal!

Everest Base Camp Trekking is known as high altitude trek which is one of the most popular trekking routs in Nepal, It is bottom of Khumbu Ice fall and more than thousand of trekkers go to visit every year through the historic route of the world’s highest mountain. This trek is starting from Lukla after flying from Kathmandu or walk from Jiri and we are walking via Dudh Koshi known as “Milk River”, climb upwards to the Namche bazaar which is called gate

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On Flashback Fridays I reflect back on some of my past travels and travel mishaps before I started this blog: Follow on Twitter at #FlashbackFri
 

A few years ago I traveled to Ecuador to what would be my first ever encounter with the mighty Amazon Rainforest. Most of you who know me know that I love jungles. It all started with the Jungle Book as a toddler, then Tarzan at primary school, Indiana Jones at middle school, and then I started reading stories about El Dorado during my Spanish classes
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The Legendary Ararat by Sinan Haliç

The legendary Ararat Mountain is attracting tourists worldwide and offering an unforgettable adventure with unique cultural and geographical experiences.

Mount Ararat is lying on the border of Turkey, Armenia and Iran,is a volcano with 5137 meters altitude. Not the highest in Europe and Middle east but higher than Mont Blanc and 500 meter shorter than Elbrus which is accepted to be the highest of Europe and 500 meter shorter than Mount Damavand of Iran.

The summit view is surely a rewarding expe
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Medicinal bathing is a local feature of the indigenous Red Dao in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai. In Ta Phin Commune (Sa Pa District), tourists can spot many families drying herbs in their front yards.

Legend has it that on the last day of the year the Dao boiled leaves from the forest for medicinal bathing before welcoming the new year in. As this practice proves both effective and salubrious, a majority of Kinh people have considered it a unique feature of Red Dao culture. Each ba

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In Kenya, Up on God's Mountain

Take a slow hike up Mt Kenya to enjoy the scenery and adventure

 

Mt. Kenya, Kenya’s highest mountain and Africa’s second highest mountain after Mt. Kilimanjaro, it is estimated to be about 2.5 million years old. Its awe inspiring spectacle that dominates the central highlands of Kenya and is located 180 KM north of Nairobi within the Mt. Kenya National Park. 

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Mt. Kenya National Park is a World Heritage site and an international biosphere reserve.

It’s difficult to see wild animals located at the l

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Forty-eight engaging commentaries by "a modern day Mark Twain," sociologist, photographer, and prize-winning travel journalist, Peter Rose. Included are accounts of excursions on land and sea and portraits of places and people from Cape Cod to Cape Horn. There are captivating photos, stories about playing gumshoe in Honolulu, tour guide in Amsterdam and taxonomist in China, descriptions of windjamming in Maine and on the Mediterranean, trekking in Tuscany, exploring Tierra del Fuego aboard the M
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The Guerrilla Trek (Aka shangrila Trek)


The Guerilla Trek provides a remarkable trekking journey through the heartland of post-conflict territory figuring prominently in recent history of Nepal ! the trail is newly promoted,magnificent area worth visiting
for the natural splendor alone but the residents will touch your heart.By choosing to travel in this area you will be spreading tourism wealth to lower income people and helping to alleviate poverty in a sensational
yet overlooked region.
This trail is for unique tourists seeking an exp

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NORTH PAKISTAN – THE LAND of ADVENTURE

At the western end of the great Asian high-mountains system, the Karakorum, Hindukush and Himalaya ranges all coverage in a landscape of truly breathtaking scale. Mountains typically rise above 6000m, with more than 160 summits higher than 7000m. In the Karakorum alone, 30 peaks reach higher than 7500m.

Modern Mountaineering: Hunters were the first to visit mountains purely for the pleasures. One of the first real mountaineering expedition to visit this part

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Trekking in Nepal

Recently we returned from a four-day trek with a friend in the Annapurna Himalayan range. Boasting spectacular scenery, rugged terrain and extremely welcoming locals, I've never visited another place on earth like Annapurna.
Helping us get the most out of our trek was our friendly and knowledgeable guide Sanjib Adhikari, a specialist trekking guide and expedition organizer based in Thamel, the bustling heart of Kathmandu. He skillfully guided us across treacherous mountain passes, pointed out t

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Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing

What a wonderfully fruitful Tanzania adventure travel! Have you ever taken part in an expedition of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro with Adventure Panorama Tours? It is like participating in an Africa travel championship ceremony, where every second is a holiday party time. The valuable adventurous experience you get after conquering the highest peak of Africa at an altitude of 5896m is the same as gratitude given to you in appreciation by Mt. Kilimanjaro for taking your time to trek over it. This gr

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