Malana - The Mysterious Village
Malana - The Mysterious Village, Parvati Valley, Kullu District, Himachal Pradesh. August 2019. Rahul & Me have been thinking of a weekend trip for the past one month. Having considered locations like Kareri Lake, Bir & Billing, Prashar Lake & Parvati valley, as the weekend approached, we haven’t planned anything as there was news of heavy rains, flood, landslides, death & road closures in the Himalayas . On Friday, half an hour before office close time, at 5:30pm he asked if we would plan on going anywhere? else, it would be a waste of three holidays. We are unprepared & booked only the “To” tickets to Bhuntar. We chose Malana in Parvati Valley as our priority. I have heard & read about it in the past & its Tales are shrouded in Mystery. Day 01 ⇒ Delhi via Bhuntar to Manikaran: After office i rushed to room & packed basic gear for the trip in an hour. Reached Kashmere Gate & by 10:10pm, were in the bus (an ordinary). It was emp