Life on Dal Lake in Kashmir
The Original travelogue of Paradise on Earth by Medhavi Davda in NCERT language coursebook by Class7.
After my incredible trek to the Kashmir Great Lakes - one of the most breathtaking treks in India, I found myself in Srinagar for a whirlwind of less than 24 hours. The floating market on Dal Lake was the highlight of my trip. I yearned to experience living in a houseboat and witnessing this unique Indian phenomenon. I met a Shikhara owner who advised me to be ready at 4:00 am for our ride to the floating market. It was my first night in a houseboat after sleeping in tents for eight consecutive nights. The excitement was overwhelming, and I was already there at 4:00 am, waiting for the Shikhara owner. As we set off into the darkness, traveling solo in Kashmir was an exhilarating adventure. I kept myself occupied with conversations about the floating market to ease my nerves. The darkness gradually faded, revealing a breathtaking view of the lake. This was a side of the lake I had never seen in pictures. We navigated through narrow lanes, under wooden bridges, and past houses with their mirrored reflections. More Shikharas joined us, heading towards the floating market.
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AUTHORNamaste! I'm Medhavi Davda.
I travel to Evolve.. In Nature, I confide.. I find my calling in the Himalayas.. In the Oceans, I meditate.. A High-Altitude Trekker & PADI certified SCUBA Diver, I love exploring the heights and depths of the planet with my regular doses of mountains and oceans. Discovering myself & life through nature, adventures, travels, sports and dance has been an addiction since my existence! Recent PostsRavenousLegs on InstagramRavenousLegs on FaceBookRavenousLegs on X |