My Quest for the Himalayas


As part of my research work on climate change i got an opportunity to travel to the Hill Kingdom (Nepal).It was a dream in my life to Visit Nepal. Here i will be sharing a short account on the real life and beautiful memories which i encountered on my way..

Day one.. Festive Mood @ Banks of Lake Ashtamudi

               My Village was in a festive mood on the day of my departure to Nepal. It was the final day of the 10 days long festival at "Thrikkadavoor Mahadeva" temple. I was missing the festival for the past three years coz of my study abroad, but this time i enjoyed it to the top. Every festival season is very special in my life, It was on the banks of Ashtamudi lake i grew up as a small kid enjoying her enchanting dawns and divine vespers..! 


              Mind was wandering aloft the mighty Himalayas with trillions of questions. i woke-up hearing an announcement "The AI flight will be landing at Tribhuvan International Airport within a short while". It was nearing 5'o clock in the evening. After collecting my luggage i rushed out to see whether someone has come to pick me. My contact at Nepal Mr. Sahim an Official with the DFID already made arrangements for my stay at Kathamandu. I was well received by Mr.Joseph a well built Nepali. His attire was very special..he was wearing a blue T shirt, camouflage pants and with a stunning Rayban. He helped me handling my luggage. Mr.Jospeh works for DFID. The range rover moved friskily, the roads reminded me of narrow streets in India. The vehicle entered into a narrow street with storied middle class apartments along the sides. Suddenly i noticed a group of children pouring colored water from the terrace.. It was Holy Time..!! for a Moment my mind flew back to my small village..! 


      Accommodation was arranged at paradise Hotel,Mr.Jospeh left his contact number,in case of any need. I was quite tired and took a hot water shower. Sort of enthusiasm filled with in me, from the balcony i could see the evening life of Kathmandu. The city was in festival mood, often the motor bikes disturbed my thoughts with its rattling sound. People were hustling to reach their safe havens. Night slowly made its appearance, it was getting cold..Chilling winds started flowing towards the Kathmandu valley..My thoughts were interrupted by a phone call from the reception.." Sir, Your dinner is ready"..after having dinner..came back to my room..crawled inside the Duvet to sleep hungrily...!

                                                Vikas Vijay

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