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Uttarakhand

Postcards from Pithoragarh – 1

July 2, 2021 By Shalini 5 Comments

pithoragarh photos

Pithoragarh. I had never even heard of this place until P got posted here. We frantically searched Google maps and it took me some time to adjust to the fact that I’d be living in the hills for a good three years. The idea may sound like a dream come true for many of you….

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Filed Under: Travel Tales, Uttarakhand

Narayan Ashram: An Offbeat Gem of Uttarakhand

September 19, 2019 By Shalini 70 Comments

narayan ashram photos dharchula

As the car takes a turn towards the sharp winding curve, I mutter under my breath, it isn’t so bad. In fact, the majestic green hills on both sides of the road is a sight to behold. After each hairpin, nature throws a surprise at me – there is a waterfall that passes right through…

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Filed Under: Incredible India, Travel Tales, Uttarakhand

Mindrolling Monastery- A Photo Tour

January 31, 2019 By Shalini 36 Comments

Mindrolling monastery Clement Town Dehradun

Mindrolling Monastery located in Clement Town, Dehradun, houses what is believed to be the world’s tallest Stupa – World Peace Stupa

Filed Under: Incredible India, Travel Tales, Uttarakhand

Garhwal Hills, Uttarakhand – A Travel Guide

January 23, 2019 By Shalini 40 Comments

Garhwal Uttarakhand tourism travel guide kohleyedme.com

Uttarakhand, the Abode of Gods aka Devbhoomi is a beautiful northern state of India. It is a land nestled in the majestic Himalayas- Nanda Devi, Panchachuli, Trisul to name a few and locked among the mighty rivers- Ganga and Yamuna in its varied forms. Snow clad mountains, lush green forests, meadows, and valleys come with fresh, non-polluted…

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Soul Searching in Rishikesh

December 14, 2017 By Shalini 12 Comments

Things to do in Rishikesh Yoga ashram

Let me make a confession right away. The first time I visited Rishikesh was just like any other tourist. Having put up in Roorkee, Rishikesh was a perfect weekend getaway. All I did was check the top things to do in Rishikesh on various travel websites, then roamed around for a couple of hours, visited…

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Filed Under: Incredible India, Travel Tales, Uttarakhand Tagged With: Rishikesh

A Walk in the Malsi Deer Park | Dehradun Zoo

September 23, 2017 By Shalini 7 Comments

Malsi Deer Park - Dehradun Zoo Deer kohleyedme.com

Some things don’t change. Say, a day out with your friend or a walk in the zoo. What if both of these are combined, that’s a memory to cherish forever, don’t you think? That weekend was epic, at the Malsi Deer Park, now Dehradun Zoo, doing one of my favorite things – Picnic in the park,…

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Filed Under: Dehradun, Incredible India, Mussoorie, Travel Tales, Uttarakhand Tagged With: Dehradun, Mussoorie, Zoo

The name’s Bond, Ruskin Bond!

September 6, 2017 By Shalini 62 Comments

Ruskin Bond Mussoorie Cambridge Book Depot

On books and friends, I spend my money; For stones and bricks, I haven’t any. – Ruskin Bond It was the eve of New Years and I knew it was going to be just another day. After all, we weren’t stationed in a metropolitan city and did not have any pubs or discotheque or even…

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Filed Under: Incredible India, Mussoorie, Travel Tales, Uttarakhand Tagged With: Cambridge Book Depot, Mussoorie, Ruskin Bond

An Evening in Haridwar

June 25, 2017 By Shalini 34 Comments

Haridwar Travel Tips - Things to do in Haridwar - How to Reach Haridwar

I was unprepared the first time I visited Haridwar. Having put up in Roorkee, the place was a perfect weekend getaway. That was it. I didn’t even get my facts right and quarreled with the husband like a child, over the fact that the Hari in Haridwar suggested that the place is significant because of…

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Filed Under: Incredible India, Travel Tales, Uttarakhand Tagged With: Haridwar

Lakshman Jhula, Rishikesh

March 25, 2017 By Shalini 17 Comments

Rishikesh- Lakshman Jhula Temple - Rishikesh Temple -

Lakshman Jhula is the most popular landmark in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. It is a 450-ft long suspended bridge and connects Tehri and Pauri district. Rishikesh is located in the foothills of the Himalayas and is about 45 km from Dehradun, the state capital. When we visited Rishikesh on a beautiful winter morning in January, I didn’t know what…

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Filed Under: Incredible India, Travel Tales, Uttarakhand Tagged With: Rishikesh

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ツ ✿ Hello and Namastey… I’m Shalini and welcome to Kohl Eyed Escapades ツ ✿ Blogger since 2013, I'm a mom to a five-year-old Golden Retriever, Mufasa aka Muffy and wife to a handsome soldier. In this blog, you'll find all things I love- books, travel especially.

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5 Dogs: I won’t shut up about it and will push my friends to read it. Most probably a new favorite.
4 Dogs: Amazing book. Really enjoyed it!
3 Dogs: It was a good read, but the story is not going to stay with me!
2 Dogs: Major issues with writing/plot. Won’t recommend!
1 Dog: Probably want to burn the book!
DNF: I did not finish this book even after multiple attempts!

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Shalini | Kohl Eyed Me's bookshelf: currently-reading

Waiting for Tom Hanks
Waiting for Tom Hanks
by Kerry Winfrey
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The Ivies
The Ivies
by Alexa Donne
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Kingdom of the Wicked
Kingdom of the Wicked
by Kerri Maniscalco
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A History of Objects: A Collection of Stories
A History of Objects: A Collection of Stories
by Carlo Pizzati
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