Paragliding at Birbilling

Tripoto
7th Apr 2016
Photo of Paragliding at Birbilling 1/16 by Kanika
Paragliding at Birbilling
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Paragliding at Birbilling
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Paragliding at Birbilling
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The Monk
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Seclude Resort, Palampur
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Mirage Resort, Andretta Village
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Morning View from Seclude Resort
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Cycling away..
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Bir Billing Paragliding site
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Seclude Resort
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Our friend Sweety at the Mirage Resort
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Chilling away at the Mirage Resort
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View at Nagri, Himachal
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Bir Billing Paragliding site
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Who has more blueberries @Mirage Resort
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Perfect holidaying at Mirage Resort

Adventure is always worthwhile, I recall reading before I made this trip with my best friend, Simpoo. Another friend of mine always insist while pointing out to me, God sends you signals if you know how to read them right. On the same chord, Simpoo and myself, who prefer a bit comforting trip headed out.

We took a overnight bus from Delhi to Palampur. From Palampur bus stop we took an auto rickshaw to our resort which was a good ride of 12 kms into the Nagri village. We checked into Seclude resort. This home stay which abounds in greenery, with the view of the Dhauladhar range was heart melting. The resort is beautifully designed with woody touch, such that you can hear the music of your own sitlletos. After hogging aalo paranthas in the breakfast, we headed to Birbilling. Paragliding was the highlight of our trip. A friend from the Indian Army got our rates slashed out to almost half for this stint along with videos/photographs. Strapped up completely, and with an expert navigating the parachute in the forceful winds, we began this breathe taking experience. Being left suspended in the cold winds for over 40 mins, was quite a unusual experience. I grabbed some lungful of pure oxygen, with the Himalayas visible from all the sides and some where far away river Beas was making its mark. The sun peeped from the floating clouds and seldom shadowed us. I must say that I felt a bit pukish in the fag end of the gliding experience, but once I landed I was back to good in a few minutes. After paragliding we headed back to our resort and engaged ourselves in some cycling. The most recommended activity if you putting up at this resort. Though in d morning you will wake up with some aching bones but still it is feels great. 
The next morning we headed to Andretta village, 30 kms off Palampur known for its history in the pottery world. Some serious art lovers have thrived here and there is an Pottery institution where this learning is imparted. If somebody yearns for a sabbatical in life, this could be a great vocation to engage oneself in. We booked ourselves an afternoon session of pottery lesson. Playing with the mud and soiling our clothes in the process, we went too ambitious on the wheel. We realized that we are far away from accomplishing just the first step called centering. Post that we came back to our resort, called The Mirage. It was an heavenly abode with flora bounties in abundance. We happily plucked blueberries and enjoyed eating them. Our mud laden cottage was pretty. The mud walls were thin and our french neighbors could hear the loud music we played on Apple Music, since the place has wi-fi connectivity. Early to bed, we slept off in peace. The next day we chilled in the hammock and enjoyed the pancakes in the breakfast. We had to get back to our homes. We packed our bags and with a quick stop over at the Norbulingka monastery at Dharamshala, we caught a bus back to Delhi. :-)
If you wanna treat yourself well, head out to Seclude Resort at Nagri. It is 12 kms away from Palampur, Himachal. The ride to the resort is a visual treat. And if it was snowing on the mountains, you are in for a view. Snow Capped Dhauladhar Range and add the beautiful flora, the serenity will pacify your soul. Seclude is a well ideated home stay. Brimming with greenery, a truly home like experience. Cottages are named on the colors. Our Cottage was called "Yellow". A recommended stay for every one visiting that side of the country. http://www.seclude.in/testimonials.html
Photo of Seclude Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, Bhasmehr, Himachal Pradesh, India by Kanika
Photo of Seclude Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, Bhasmehr, Himachal Pradesh, India by Kanika
Photo of Seclude Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, Bhasmehr, Himachal Pradesh, India by Kanika
Photo of Seclude Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, Bhasmehr, Himachal Pradesh, India by Kanika
Photo of Seclude Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, Bhasmehr, Himachal Pradesh, India by Kanika
A inventively created home stay by a New Zealander. Set amongst dense foliage in the artist's colony of Andretta against a backdrop of jungle & bamboo groves of the Shivalik Hills. The home stay is too green, with flora growing since years and the blueberries are a shoulder's distance away. The rooms have an attached balcony and the room is equipped with all the modern amenities. http://www.mirageandretta.com/
Photo of The Mirage, Andreta, Himachal Pradesh, India by Kanika
Photo of The Mirage, Andreta, Himachal Pradesh, India by Kanika
Photo of The Mirage, Andreta, Himachal Pradesh, India by Kanika
Photo of The Mirage, Andreta, Himachal Pradesh, India by Kanika
Photo of The Mirage, Andreta, Himachal Pradesh, India by Kanika
Bir Billing called as the "Paragliding capital of India". Bir Billing is best spot for paragliding aero-sport in India and 2nd best place for paragliding in world. If you are in an adventurous mood then head out to the Bir Billing Paragliding site. They charge 3000 Rs. for the ride and 1000 Rs. for your pictures and videos. The place has visitors from all over the world. Many solo paragliders fly at Bir-Billing regularly and it is a beautiful site watching them. http://flybirbilling.com/
Photo of Bir Billing Paragliding, Bir, Himachal Pradesh, India by Kanika
Photo of Bir Billing Paragliding, Bir, Himachal Pradesh, India by Kanika
Photo of Bir Billing Paragliding, Bir, Himachal Pradesh, India by Kanika
Photo of Bir Billing Paragliding, Bir, Himachal Pradesh, India by Kanika
Photo of Bir Billing Paragliding, Bir, Himachal Pradesh, India by Kanika