I have never tried to write down my travels. There are a few reasons for that. Sometimes, I forget places, faces, and names. But today, as part of #BlogchatterBloghop, I thought of writing about the most memorable spot we visited during our trip to Sikkim this summer- Yumthang Valley.
We started early from our hotel in Lachung. This was the last spot in our travel itinerary. My daughter and I were excited and hoped to go for a yak ride there, as we had missed going for one at Thangu Valley. The road was very steep, but the view was stunning. The call of the Himalayas can never be ignored- sometimes it's serene, sometimes sombre and occasionally stormy. We could see the remains of places and bridges that had been washed off during the fateful floods of 2023, which had devasted the entire state. It was a wonder that they had overcome such a significant loss and were again back to normal.
It took almost 3 hours for us to reach Yumthang Valley. Frankly, I am short of words regarding the beauty of the place. Snow-capped mountain peaks and yards of green valley land; amongst these, the river Lachung flows with her natural grace. Who can imagine this picturesque valley had witnessed the worst menacing side during the floods just a few months back. The entire road was adorned with beautiful flowers all around. Flowers of various colours, mainly orchids with red, yellow and pink hues, decorated the valley all around.
There was an iron bridge to cross the Lachung River to reach the hot Springs, which, sadly, we could not visit because my daughter was not willing to walk so much. The sides of the bridge were covered with Lung-Ta or the Buddhist Prayer flags.
The Central Valley area was grazed by a flock of yaks. The serene beauty of the valley, surrounded by the mountains and the streaming river, was so captivating that we felt like camping the entire day by the river banks. Then came the most exciting part, our Yak ride. It was funny that unlike Thangu Valley, where many yaks were ready for a ride, the yaks grazing around were mostly wild. There was only one yak for the tourists to ride.
We were there for some time, our hearts refusing to move a bit from there. But every good thing should come to an end, and we had to set off from there back to Lachung. While travelling back, we captured the snow-capped mountain peaks in our camera and the memories of Yumthang Valley in our hearts.
Do you have any such travel memories from where you did not want to move but stay forever? Please share with me in the comments.
This post is a part of Blogchatter Blog Hop.
Great travel blog post. Pictures are beautiful. Himalayas look irresistible. Keep publishing more.
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DeleteWhat a beautifully written post! Yumthang Valley sounds like a dream, especially with those vibrant flowers and serene landscapes. Also, Sikkim is on my travel bucket list. For me, it was Rakchham in Himachal Pradesh, time seemed to stand still, and I never wanted to leave its magical charm.
ReplyDeleteI am yet to cover the Western Himalayas. That's on my wishlist. Thanks for reading.
DeleteThat's a blissful traveloque penned by you and I loved the way you captured the essence and beauty of the himalayas. I too love travelling, capturing the beauty of the place and create videos of it... but penning it is still not something I mastered yet. May be in coming time I start that too inspired by you.
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DeleteThe pictures are so beautiful and enticing. Seems you had a great experience. I really need to plan and execute more travel plans for places in India
ReplyDeleteHimalayas have always fascinated me. However this is the first time I felt like writing about it. Thanks for reading.
DeleteI went to Sikkim in 2022, it is truly beautiful. But I haven't see this part and I hope, someday, I will be able to plan a long trip to just enjoy the scenes and nature.
ReplyDeleteThe road to this place is quite steep. Many people skip, but its beauty is unparalleled.
DeleteI thoroughly enjoyed reading this post and the beautiful pictures capturing the scenic beauty of Yumthang Valley in Sikkim. I too find it tough to write about my travels because while travelling I just completely shut myself off from everything else consciously and later the facts do not come to me so vividly.
ReplyDeleteThanks for liking. The same thing happens but I thought of penning this one this time.
DeleteYour description of Yumthang Valley really brought the place to life! It's amazing how some spots can capture our hearts so completely, making it hard to leave. I can relate to that feeling of not wanting to move on from such beautiful memories.
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DeleteOh yes! The Himalayas are irresistible. My first Sikkim trip was all the usual touristy places. I've promised myself another place to this wonderful state, and then Yumthang Valley is definitely in. Thank you for this picturesque blog.
ReplyDeleteThanks for reading and liking. Yumthang Valley was like a dream
DeleteWhat a fascinating travelogue! Sikkim is truly a paradise and I love your description and pictures!
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DeleteGood travel post. Sikkim is definitely on my bucket list
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DeleteI make sure to document my travel memories so that I could rewind by reading them later on..it's really a good feeling. Love your travelogue of the valley. Especially the snow capped mountains
ReplyDeleteThats a great way to remember details. Thanks for liking.
DeleteI've been to the North East but not Sikkim and it is high on my bucket list. Loved the pictures!!!
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DeleteI haven't been to Sikkim and therefore not to this beautiful place you've described. Lovely pics, I'm sure you had a great time.
ReplyDeleteIts a beautiful place, and a must-visit if travelling to Sikkim
DeleteA yak ride sounds absolutely memorable! I dont know anyone who has been on one, so it was quite interesting and unique to read about your experience. The pictures are lovely, makes me want to go back to the mountains :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for reading. It was fun riding a yak.
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