Nature's Alarm System , Before Earthquake in Turkey and Sirya

 Nature 's Alarm System Before Earthquake in Turkey and Sirya  :- 

Photograph from Sirya 

In Turkey and Sirya,  an earthquake has ended more than 33000 lives  on  7 th. February .  It is very very painful to all human beings  . How people can the vibrations of earthquake  , very difficult for human beings .

But it has been seen many times that birds , dogs and cats behave differently . Recently one of my friends Mr. Kuldeep Thakur shared a video , shared by Mr. Anand Mahindra shooted just before the 7.8  magnitude scale earthquake in Turkey and Sirya  by a federal news agency AVIA .PRO

This video clearly shows the behaviour of birds flying in a chaotic manner , screeching , indicating that they sensed the upcoming  natural calamities .

When ever such behaviour of birds , dogs and cats is observed in any area care must be taken  and must come out of houses to be safe from earthquake .

An Overview of Himachal Pradesh district Kullu Part - XI , Tourist places in district Kullu Continued

 An Overview of Himachal Pradesh district Kullu Part - XI , Tourist places in district Kullu Continued:- 

Beautiful View of Kullu  Valley 

When we talk about Himachal Pradesh  ,we talk about wonderland , the land of Gods the land temples  . Here in district Kullu we have seen many temples of very ancient times and rich in architecture . In this article first we are taking an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva  .

Basheshwar. Mahadev Temple Bajaura in district Kullu :- 

Basheshwar Mahadev temple Bajaura in district Kullu 

This  ancient times temple about 15 Kms from Kullu and 4 Kms from Bhuntar air port is built in 9 th  century . The Bajaura Basheshwar Mahadev temple is situated on the bank of river Beas and is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati .

Basheshwar Mahadev temple famous for its stone carvings 

The temple houses a large Yoni Lingam idol which is representing Lord Shiva and Mata Parvati . The idols of other dirties are also established in the temple like Bhagwan Vishnu , Maa Lakshmi  Lord Ganesha . The temple is built up in Piramid style architecture and is famous for its stone carvings .

Vaishno Devi Temple  :- 

Maa Vaishno Devi Temple is also known as Mahadei Tirth and is 2 Km from Kullu Town on Kullu Manali road . The temple is Situated on the bank of river Beas .

Maa Vaishno Devi Temple Kullu 

The Vaishno Devi main temple appears like a cave is beautifully carved in side . Tourists always prefer to visit this holy temple .

Raison   Village :- 

Raison is a village in Tehsil Nagar district Kullu  famous as a peaceful camping site  for spending peaceful holidays .

Katrain Village :- 

Katrain is situated  at a distance of about 20 Km from Kullu on the way to Manali . Katrain is having panoramic landscapes and is famous for apple Orchards and Trout hatchery .

Naggar in  Kullu 

Naggar Castle Kullu 

Naggar is a Tehsil of district Kullu and is about 27 Km from Kullu on the bank of river Beas. Naggar was capital of Kullu state for over 1400 years .It was founded by Raja Vishudh Pal and has 16 th. Century castles  which now has been converted into a hotel .

Gaurishankar Temple at Naggar

Naggar has temples of Lord Vishnu , Lord Krishna and Tripura Sundari . It is also associated with Nicholas Roerich a Russian artist .

Kasol  :- 

 Views of Kasol a small village Paradise of anglers and nature lovers 

A charming site on the bank of river Parvati on Bhuntar Manikaran road  is a paradise for anglers and nature lovers .

View of Nature Park at Kasol 

 Warmth Of Kasol  :- 

View of Kasol , Parvati valley

According to the Puranas," He goes to the hills ,goes to his mother , the loving , nourishing, bounteous mother."

Beautiful Kasol we I with my son Dheeraj Verma ,  daughter in law Anita Verma , granddaughter Dhriti Verma and grandson Samar Verma reached Kasol to feel the warmth of Geothermal springs at Kasol . Ram Kumar assisted us to go to these hot water spring at Kasol . We all felt good at hot water spring and have gratitude to sh Ram Kumar Jija of my daughter in law .

Geothermal Spring at Kasol 

A hot water spring also called as Geothermal spring is a naturally occurring  spring of water that emerged due to heated ground water. 

The heat produced is either due to magma with in the earth 's crust or through the movement of fault in the crust and the waters are known to have healing properties with the high minerals content . 

View of Geothermal springs at Kasol 

Parvati valley is known for its hot- springs Manikaran , Kheer Ganaga and Kasol , the warmth and magic of which you can experience in this valley !

Kasol is one of the  very few places in India to have live hot springs . You can explore the blend of science 

The village Kasol is situated on Bhuntar Manikaran road at a distance of about 30 Km from Bhuntar in district Kullu on the left bank of Parvati river at an altitude of about 1580 metres above mean sea level in Parvati valley .

Parvati valley  and Parvati river view 

On the right bank of river Parvati here at Kasol about 200 metres from market just crossing the steel truss foot bridge and getting down the steps  you will find Geothermal springs , tourists enjoying the hot water near river bed comming out from foot hills and cool water flowing in the river . 

Lord Shiva Temple Kasol 

Larji  Dam Reservoir :- 

 126 Megawatt hydropower project Larji Dam constructed in Banjar constituency of district Kullu has resulted a beautiful lake about 3 Km long which  is being developed as tourist destination for water sports under the scheme Nayee Manjilein Nayee Rahein . Tourists now can enjoy water sports  in Larji lake like Kashmir.

The Siberian birds in winters are coming to this lake from last five to six years and is an attraction for tourists and also good for environment . Trout fishing is also a charm for tourists in this lake .

 An Overview of Himachal Pradesh district Kullu Part -X , Tourist places in district Kullu Continued 

View y Solang Valley Manali 

The  Kullu valley is full of   nature 's panoramic landscapes  and attractions to the visitors . It a  beautiful part of Devbhoomi Himachal Pradesh . In this series we are  going to see some more tourist destinations .

 Bijli Mahadev temple  :-

View of Bijli Mahadev temple 

It is a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva situated at Kashwari Village in Kullu Valley on a hill top  at an altitude of about 2460 metres above mean sea level and at a distance of about 26 Km from Kullu   . From Kullu Bus stand you can take a bus to Chansari Village from where a trek about 3 Km leads to Bijli Mahadev temple .

Bijli Mahadev temple 

In the temple a Shiva Lingam is established  and once   in  twelve years a lightening  falls on Shiva Lingam and gets broken in pieces . Then priest collects those pieces and joints with Sattu and Butter  after some time the Shiva Lingam comes into original state . 

The temple site  is very beautiful and you can have panoramic views of Parvati valley and Kullu valley .

Panoramic views of Parvati valley 

Jalori Pass  :-. 

Kali Mata temple at Jalori Pass 

Panoramic views of Himalayas from Jalori Pass 

Jalori Pass is a mountain pass connecting Kullu Banjar with Ani outer Saraj            when  we think about enjoying  beautiful landscapes in Himachal Pradesh, the entire state of is  having immense beauty  imparted by the nature . . The travel and trade in the ancient times was not so easy  in Himachal Pradesh due to geographical landscapes  . For this purpose in mountains narrow passages at certain depressions where people could cross over the mountainous  were selected  and used for traveling  , so these passages were known as Pass or Jot .

 

   Jalori Pass on  Sainj - Thalout Road connecting NH 21 with NH 22

In the ancient times the mountains were barriers against  travel and trade because it was very very difficult to cross over these barriers as the mountains remained covered with snow most of the time in a year. Then on the ridges of the mountains,  there the existing depression and narrow passages which have some easy access to cross over the hill due to less quantum of snow were used for the purpose of travel and trade. These narrow passages  are called mountain pass or Jot .  

 

Jalori  Jot is is a mountain pass in district Kullu.  it is located at a distance of about 31 Km from Anni and about 44 Km from Thlaout . The road traverses from NH 22 at Sainj, then Luhri Anni Jalori pass  Banjar then meets NH 21 at Thalout. 

   Sun Set Scenic Beauty at Jalori Pass 

The  Jalori Jot is  located  on NH 305 at an elevation of 3135 metres from mean sea level. The snow fall during winter block the traffic but Himachal Pradesh Public Works Department always regulates the traffic. 

Lush green forest at Jalori Pass 

Jalori Pass is a very beautiful location at an altitude of  3125 metres above mean sea level in between Lush green forest of sky touching Deodar trees . You can enjoy the panoramic views from Jalori Pass .

Panoramic views at Jalori Pass 

Serolsar Lake near Jalori Pass : -

Serolsar Lake View 

A beautiful lake called Serolsar Lake is accessible from Jalori Pass in Saraj valley in district Kullu . This lake is surrounded by beautiful lush green forest of Deodar trees at an altitude of about 3100 metres above mean sea level .

Panoramic view of Serolsar Lake near Jalori Pass district Kullu Himachal Pradesh 

The lake water is neat and clean  ,  the responsibility of keeping the water clean is being performed by the birds  . Any tree leaf if falls in the water the birds throw it out , it is a miracle  phenomenon at this lake . The trek to this lake starts from Jalori Pass and it's length is about five Kms . There is a Temple of Budhi Nagni Mata who is Diety of this lake . It is beautiful destinations for trekkers and local people in Tirthan valley .

Tirthan Valley  :- 

Khaini Fort Banjar district Kullu 

The valley  along the river Tirthan in district Kullu Himachal Pradesh is situated at an altitude of about  1600 metres above mean sea level  just 3 Km away from the entrance of Great  Himalyan National Park  extend your pleasure with immense beauty of nature comprises with beautiful sky touching mountain ranges , apple Orchards , crisp winds and much more for those who loves nature .

View of Tirthan valley 

Tirthan River tributary of Beas district Kullu Himachal Pradesh 

Trout fishing  in Tirthan river is best  sport  for those who are found of angling  as  this river is Full of Brown and Rainbow Trout fish .

You can also enjoy river crossing in Tirthan valley , it is also an adventure Activity in the valley .

Views of Tirthan valley Kullu 

                     

Produce & Use Pulses in Your Diet , World Pulses Day

 World Pulses Day ,

10th. February

How  This Day  Celebrated as World Pulses Day  :-

To create public awareness on Nutritional and Environmental benefits of Pulses in United Nations  on December ,20 th.  2013  a resolution ,[A /RES/68/231 ] was adopted  proclaiming  2016  as International Year of Pulses . Food and Agriculture Organisation of United Nations  celebrated 2016 as Year of Pulses .

Further in 2019 United Nations General Assembly  again Passed a resolution  [A/RES/73/251 ] proclaiming 10 Th. February  as World Pulses Day  . Since then 10 February is celebrated as World Pulses Day .

Pulses are packed with nutrients and rich in protein  making them an ideal source of Protein which are essentially required for human growth and  muscle power . 

So importance of this day is to get the world  aware of the health benefits of Pulses  and ensure its production .

An Overview of Himachal Pradesh district Kullu , Part - IX , Tourist places in district Kullu Continued.

 An Overview of Himachal Pradesh district Kullu, Part - IX , Tourist places in district Kullu Continued  :- 

Though the entire Kullu district is  having panoramic landscapes yet we are going to introduce the main tourist destinations which  can make our trip memorable .    

Panoramic view of Manali 

IMPORTANT PLACES  FOR VISIT :- 

 

1. Hidimba Devi Temple (हिडिंबा देवी मन्दिर) it is, 1.5 km from Manali built in 1553 A. D also known as "Doongri Temple" dedicated to the Goddess Hidimba the wife of Bheema , the great Gadadhar of Mahabhart. The temple is constructed in Pagoda art having  beautiful carving. It is built by Raja Bahadur Singh of Kullu

Hadimba Devi Temple Manali 

 2. Vashisht :- (वशिष्ट्) This place is having hot water springs and famous for temples of Lord Rama &Maharishi Vashisht. It is located on the bank of river Beas  well above the river. It is at a distance of, 3 Km from Manali. 

View of Vashisth Temple at Manali 

Vashisth Temple at Manali 

 3. Jagatsukh :- (जगत् सुख) It was the ancient capital of Kullu for about  ten generations, the original name of this place was "Nast" . Jagatsukh has a famous Lord Shiva temple constructed in Shikhara art. Here the famous old temple of "Gayatri Devi" and "Devi Sharvali " are also visited by tourists. Jagatsukh is 6 Km from Manali.  

Jagatsukh Manali Panoramic landscapes 

 

4. Nehru Kund :-(नेहरू कुंड) It is 6 Km from Manali , a natural spring of clean cold water , named on the name of  first Prime Minister of India  late pt. Jawhar Lal Nehru, who used to drink water from this spring during his stay in Manali. It is located on Manali Keylong road originating from Bhrigu lake. 

View of Nehru Kund Manali 

 

5.  Kothi :- (कोठी) Very beautiful, quite & calm place, 12 Km from Manali famous for movie picturisation scenes and resting resort for poets, writers and nature lovers. The rest house here  overlooks the narrow valley and having commanding  views of the mountains. 

Panoramic landscapes of Kothi village Manali 

 

6. Arjun Gufa :- 

 Arjun Guffa 

(अर्जुन गुफा)  It is a legendary cave  village "Prini" on the left bank where Arjuna  practised austerities to get the powerful astra "Pashupati astra " tourists used to visit this cave situated near Nagar about 5 kms from Manali town .

 

7. Tibetan Monastery :-   

Views of  Monastery at Manali 

It has a colourful Buddhist temple. This Monastery is famous for its carpet weaving and Tibetan handicrafts It is just 300 metres from Manali bus stand. 

Tibetan Monastery at Manali 

 8. Marhi :- (मढी) It is  barren landscape having extensive views of the mountains and valley , 39 Km from Manali. Marhi a mountain plateau is surrounded by green meadows strewn with myriad wild flowers. Fifteen kms short of 13050 feet high Rohtang pass on Manali-Leh road lies one of the most picturreque spot in this reigon. 

Manali Leh Highway 

Before the early seventies, Marhi was a halting place for shepherds and tradesmen, who would rest a while before taking on the steep ascent to Rohtang Pass. The pass turns very windy in the after noons and can be treacherous during winter, the local people call this fiery wind the " Biana" in harsh winters always took their toll and thus this place was named Marhi means graveyard. Now  Marhi is attracting the tourists and the tourists who visit Manali stop over at Marhi for the magnificent views in the daytime. 

 

9. Rahla Falls :- 

View of Rahla Water falls 

It is 15 Km from Manali, very charming picnic spot. Here river Beas hurtles down from a height of nearly 50 metres. 

 

10. Solang Valley :- 

Solang Valley Manali 

It is a very beautiful valley between Manali and  Kothi 13 Km from Manali. It offers  beautiful view of the glaciers and snow covered mountains. The plateau is used for camps by trekking Parties. 

Panoramic views of Solang Valley Manali 

 11. Atal Bihari Vajpayee Mountaineering Institute :-

Atal Bihari Vajpayee Mountaineering Institute Manali 

 This Institute was established in 1961A.D. it imparts training in basic and advance courses of mountaineering, adventure sports, rock climbing, skiing and trekking etc. 

 

12. Rohtang Pass :- 

Panoramic views of Rohtang pass 

It is situated at an altitude of 3978 metres from mean sea level at distance of 51Km from Manali on the highway to Keylong. Here we can see  a range of precipitous cliffs, huge glaciers, piled moraine and deep ravines. To the opposite is Sonepani glacier, slightly to the left peaks of the Geyphang snow covered. The Beas river rises near the crest of Rohtang from a block of Mica-Schist.To its left, , 200 metres higher, is the "Sarkund" a little lake, large number of people used to visit this place every year. The Pass remains open from June to October. 

Panoramic views of mountains Rohtang pass