9 Nights
Northern India is home to mountains of sacred significance. In this paradise for lovers of hiking and high-altitude treks, nature dominates. From Punjab, a center of Sikh culture, and the Indus basin, to Himachal Pradesh, ‘the land of eternally snowy peaks,’ where the sublime Kulu Valley stretches, travelers will be transfixed on the distant foothills of the Himalayas. Here, they will encounter the sacred peaks of Buddhism, not far from Dharamsala where the Dalai Lama resides.
Ran Baas The Palace in Patiala, Punjab, is an authentic Maharaja palace, a property that once was home to the prince’s wives. A major renovation, overseen by renowned Indian architect Abha Narain Lambah, has restored the magnificent original features. Richly carved wood furnishings, gilded frescoes, marble floors, silk carpets, and crystal chandeliers combine to give Ran Baas The Palace a sumptuous atmosphere with the splendor of centuries past. The rooms and suites offer guests the tranquility and pleasures of spacious patios or gardens. The Neel restaurant take diners into the realm of Punjabi flavors with regional cuisine enriched by the influence of local bazaars, while The Patiala Bar embodies Punjabi hospitality and the spirit of celebration. It is a journey to a timeless India that can be prolonged with a cooking class, a walk through the market, or a massage at the spa. ... Learn moreless
The Gurudwara Dukhniwaran Sahib is a sacred Sikhism site, built where the ninth Sikh guru, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, is said to have meditated. It is believed that he prayed there in the 17th century, by a pond beneath a banyan tree, to fight an epidemic raging in the region at that time. According to...
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Sirhind is a living history book, a city of temples, storied fortifications and numerous symbols and sacred sites of the ancient Mughals and the Sikh community. Visitors can admire the city’s culture and iconic monuments, from the beautiful Aam Khas Bagh garden designed by Emperor Akbar to the Rauza...
Read More lessConceived in the 1950s by Swiss modernist architect Le Corbusier, at the invitation of Nehru, the city of Chandigarh remains unique in India today. Capital of the states of Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh astonishes both for its urban planning and its atmosphere. By design, the city was divided into sectors (numbered 1 to 60), crisscrossed by wide avenues and numerous green spaces. The epitome of a modern city, dominated by concrete buildings, it continues to attract architecture students from around the world eager to discover Le Corbusier's work. His vision was to create a project that met four fundamental requirements: living, working, getting around, and taking care of one's body and mind. ... Learn moreless
Sitara Himalaya’s one-of-a-kind shuttle bus, available on request, combines travel with comfort, adventure and well-being. Connecting Chandigarh to Manali (around 173 miles/280 kilometers) via the famous Rohtang Pass, this lavishly appointed vehicle was specially conceived to transport guests in style...
Read More lessClinging to the slope at 8,200 feet above the Kullu Valley, Sitara Himalaya invites you to experience a retreat devoted to reconnecting with nature and the cosmos. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of this property reserved for adults, across from Mount Meru – the very spot where Indian sages are said to have received the teachings of the Vedas which underpin Hindu religion. Like a family home with exceptional service, each room at Sitara Himalaya offers vast windows revealing snow-capped peaks. The interior décor is a blend of delicate local craftsmanship, expressed through Tibetan rugs and handwoven brocade panels, and English influences. The cuisine is local and respects the seasons, drawing on ancestral cooking traditions and techniques. A refined and soothing setting that resonates perfectly with the Vedic-inspired offerings – Yoga, Fire Ritual, Reiki, Marma – at the Paro Svasthi spa, the wellbeing space with a steam room, sauna, and small plunge pool with panoramic views. ... Learn moreless
The small mountain village of Manali, a former hippie hangout, is a favorite starting points for hardcore hiking fans in the Himalayas. Ideally situated between the Kullu, Solang and Parvati valleys, in the heart of Himachal Pradesh, it presents multiple options for trekking, with durations ranging from...
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Not only is India the birthplace of yoga (a discipline cited in the earliest sacred texts of Hinduism), it is also the country with the greatest number of practitioners. Studies show that, throughout the country, nearly 30 percent of the population follows yogic teachings. In Manali, there are many yoga...
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