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I am planning bike trip from Chandigarh to Jibhi. Suggestions are welcomed.
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Namonarayan Singhal
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Hi, Chandigarh is the closest major railway station which is 265 km away. Private buses are available from Chandigarh which will take you till Aut on Chandigarh to Manali route but in a much longer time as compared to a private cab from Chandigarh to Jibhi. Stay Options at Jibhi This impromptu visit to Jibhi turned into absolute delight when we landed at Jibhi Inn Cottage, a humble 2 bedroom home-stay right in the middle of the village. It is located on the bank of the river and has a beautiful backyard full of apple trees. From the terrace and balcony of the house, one can see the entire valley stretched leisurely. Besides the tranquil surroundings and a splendid view, Jibhi Inn Cottage offers a very comfortable stay along with basic amenities. The rooms are clean, decently furnished, with hot water geyser, a room heater, and very warm beddings – befitting the climate. Our host, Hansraj, and his family were extremely hospitable and took care of everything that we needed. Food Delight Nearby Almost all of the accommodations in Jibhi are run by local families. If you are a food enthusiast, request your hosts to make some of the regional dishes. My fondest memory of Jibhi is staying with our hosts and eating local delicacies with their family. Sitting by the riverside in sub-zero temperature we enjoyed some authentic Himachali dishes prepared by the lady of the house. On our request, she readily agreed to cook Siddu, which is a stuffed bread, native to Himachal and popular in the northern and eastern Himachal region. It tastes best when served with homemade ghee or clarified butter, dal or lentil soup and green chutney. Himachali food, Siddu, Trout and Jungli Chicken Next dish on the platter was the Jungli Chicken or Forest Fowl. Travelers who are not used eating this variety of chicken should consume it in small quantities at first because it gets a little difficult to digest. Thanks to our host who warned us in advance about this. Going to this part of Himachal and not eating Himalayan Trout is sacrilege. A fresh catch was made during the day by an accomplice of our host, which was later cooked to perfection in Himachali style for dinner. Calling it delicious will be an understatement. You have got to experience it to know how heavenly it was. For your info I have also attached a perfect article on Jibhi. Please click on the card to read a Tripoto Traveler's experience. Thanks!
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Hi, Beirut. It’s one of the oldest cities in the world and was, for a period, considered to be the Paris of the Middle East. These days, it is affectionately referred to as “Bey,” and, quite frankly, resembles Miami by way of Portland more than it does the City of Light. Despite ongoing political turmoil, Beirut remains a hub for Levantine history combined with stunning juxtapositions: green hills, a sea-cradled peninsula, labyrinthine streets, neglected architecture—from Arabesque to Venetian Gothic—high-rises, old mosques, churches and palaces, and much more. Add to this a sociocultural melting pot, teeming with makers, doers, and shakers. The result is a perfect storm of shopping, wining, dining, dancing, and—eventually—sleeping in this capital city where the Mediterranean meets the Middle East. Friday Upon arrival, check into the Baffa House. This privately owned, four-bedroom guesthouse is located in the lively neighborhood of Mar Mikhael. The yellow 1940s building is on a quiet side street and provides a convenient location for exploring both Mar Mikhael and neighboring Gemmayzé on foot. Baffa is comfortable and fresh, with a mix of colorful art and antique furniture. Samer, the owner, will gladly help with everything from recommendations for taxis to restaurant reservations. Get your bearings over lunch in the jasmine-scented garden of Makan, located on the ground floor of Baffa House. For lunch, Makan serves a vegetarian-friendly Lebanese and Sri Lankan lunch buffet. Sister restaurant Motto, located a few blocks away, also specializes in approachable international cuisine. For dinner, Makan hosts chefs for three nights at a time—currently Persian and Italian—while Motto is an incubator for new chef talent. Both offer customers the unique possibility to “pay what they think is fair” for their meals. Next, by taxi or with map on foot and with sunscreen in hand, head over to the recently reopened Sursock Museum. Housed in one of the rare remaining Italianate-style mansions from the early 1900s, the museum houses more than 800 works of Lebanese and international modern and contemporary art. While in the neighborhood, check out the attractive tableware and home accessories at the playfully named The Silly Spoon; furniture, lighting, and more decorative items at Over the Counter; and a cold press and souvenir bottles of local neroli and rose hydrosols at reputable organic shop A New Earth. Green juice at the ready, get onto the mat. There are no excuses—Union Square Yoga, one of Beirut’s top studios, is just a few blocks away. In 2005, Danielle Abisaab left her career in architecture to “temporarily” teach within the budding Beirut yoga community. More than a decade later, the studio that she founded in the heart of chic Ashrafieh has an extremely devoted sangha and offers classes like pop and rock vinyasa, jivamukti yoga, aerial yoga, plus dance and music workshops. Indefatigable Abisaab, or Yoga Holic as she is known on social media, also works with refugee teens to teach them yoga asanas and breath work.
What goes with wellness? Wine, of course. On the way back to Baffa, stop by Zawya for a glass, or bottle, of wine. This new shop serves only Lebanese wines, from small- and medium-size wineries. Friday night is the night for seaside dining at Lux. Think: Mediterranean specialties like grilled octopus; white fish carpaccio; and seasonal, organic salads and sides. Cocktails are the way to go, and the DJ will get you warmed up for subsequent drinks and dancing at the weekly summer Decks on the Beach party at venerable institution Sporting Club. Saturday
On Saturday morning, enjoy the tasty homemade Lebanese breakfast at Baffa House, but don’t overdo it . . . there will be samples galore at the Souk el Tayeb (literally “good market” in Arabic), Lebanon’s first farmers’ market. Created in 2004 by former journalist and food activist Kamal Mouzawak and held every Saturday at the Beirut Souks from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., this market is an indispensable stop not only for the food, but also as evidence of the traditions and hospitality that unite the region’s otherwise fractured communities. After the market, detour over to boutique-cum-atelier Orient 499, arguably the best place in Beirut for high-end furniture, clothing, and accessories from Lebanon, Syria, Morocco, and beyond. Spend the rest of the morning exploring the charming cobblestone streets of Saifi Village, the Beirut arts district. Bokja is a must for brightly colored, textured furnishings and pillows handmade by local artisans. Be sure to also check out the sleek and chic contemporary designs of Lebanese-born, Japanese-raised interior designer Nada Debs. In case you want to work up an appetite, Saifi Village also houses the city’s first spin and TRX studio, Exhale. I have also attached an article for you on Tripoto to make you plan your trip better . Please check it out. Thanks!
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UpvoteComment (1)Can you suggest me best place for in China, I am going to 6 /7 night 8 day
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Sunil Patel
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Hi Munendra, How To Reach Vijaygarh Fort By Air: The nearest airport to the fort is located in Varanasi at a distance of about 125 km. Once you have reached Varanasi, you can either hire a direct cab to the fort or catch public transport to reach Robertsganj and then from there, an auto rickshaw or a cab to the fort\ By Rail: The nearest major railhead to the fort is located in Robertsganj at a distance of about 22 km. From Robertsganj, you can use any public transport to reach the fort. By Road: Being a hill fort, one needs to trek to reach the fort. However, the base of the fort is easily is accessible by road.
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Eesha Chhabria
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Sri Lanka will begin to waive its existing visa fee for travellers from 48 countries including India and China from August 1 as part of efforts to attract more tourists to the country, officials said on Wednesday. In a media briefing here, Tourism Development, Wildlife and Christian Religious Affairs Minister John Amaratunga said that Cabinet approval has been obtained to waive off the existing $25 visa fee for travellers arriving from India, China, the US, Germany, Canada, Malaysia
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