The Mighty River Ganga

The mighty river Ganga which is also known as the River Ganges is greatly revered in all of India. I recently had a chance to witness this reverence first hand as I visited two holy towns Haridwar and Rishikesh both of which are located in the foothills of the Himalayas through which this mighty river flows on its way towards the plains. Much of India’s rich civilization and culture has in fact developed along the banks of this great river as a result of which the river is worshiped and held in high esteem by the Hindu population of India.


The Ganga which is responsible for the fertility of nearly forty percent of India’s agricultural land begins its journey in the higher Himalayas in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh at the Gangotri glacier which is a vast expanse of ice situated 14000 feet above sea level. This glacier is the source of the River Bhagirathi which continues to join the River Alaknanda whose waters are formed from the melting ice of several Himalayan peaks like the Nanda Devi, the Kamet and the Trishul to form the River Ganga at the town of Devprayag. read the rest o he Mighty River Ganga

Jupiter Hotel - Portland, Oregon

Jupiter Hotel

The only cultural boutique hotel in Portland, Oregon, the Jupiter Hotel promises to deliver a luxurious and unique experience for its visitors.
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K West Hotel & Spa - London, England

West Hotels and Sps Lodon England

King size rooms, simple, elegant style and a peaceful ambience await weary travelers at this new modern hotel. The hotel is located a short walk from Notting Hill and High Street Kensington, and a short ride to the West End of London. Its location beyond the congestion zone of London means a quieter, more peaceful stay without sacrificing the convenience of downtown.
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K Spa and Gym offers aromatherapy, hot stone techniques and a full range of other treatments to enhance guests stay.
K Lounge Bar with a DJ on the weekend
Vanity K is a chic stand alone nail bar
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