Gopipura : Small hill behind Pawagadh

 Gopipura : Small hill behind Pawagadh  

Helical Stepwell and Ek Minar ki Masjid                   

               

Hi there,

             After not posting for a few weeks in a stretch to back to regular updates. I love writing here. I miss sharing our little trips and our feelings behind them... This time let us take you to a small hill just behind our mighty Pawagadh...

                           

                            

                                           

            This trip was done a few months back. We wanted kids to be prepared properly for the Pawagadh hike. So we selected hills around Pawagadh. This is a small hill near village Gopipura. Lots of mining work goes on there with many trucks. But if you go early on Sunday morning there won't be an issue. 

                      

                       

        It is quite a short and easy climb.  Kids were thrilled to do it and as it was super easy for them. You can do also do camping at the top.  And the beauty is, we were able to see sun peeping behind the Pawagadh.  

                      

                             

         From there we went to Ek Minar masjid and Helical stepwell, both of which were closed due to COVID. So will visit them soon.

                  

Hills

A small hill

Asked mighty mountains

I am not big as you

I haven’t been

Named as you

People are not

Achieving

Coming on top of me

Still, I am there

Seeing all

Guarding all

Noticing all

They come

They go.

They climb

They forget

Sometimes

They break me

destroy me

Why it’s like that?

The mountain answered

Every raindrop is an ocean

Every speck of dust is shore

Every note is a song

Every tear is an emotion

Every seed is a forest

Every idea is a discovery

Why look for magnitude?

It’s the infinitesimal 

It’s the minuscule

That makes the difference

That small fraction

That small smile

That one word

That one hug

That little help

That little grit

That matters

The most...

So

Don’t you worry Hill

We see you

We feel you

We love you

We care for you

The givings trees

The guarding forests

The bouncing streams

The smiling lakes 

The flowing rivers

The accepting oceans 

The peeping clouds 

The shining stars

The soothing moon

The burning sun

The forgiving Earth

We are in this together

People are foolish

About them

You don’t bother!!!

Location of Gopipura. https://goo.gl/maps/XFnQDpD4vmepG9mc9

Ek minar Masjid - https://goo.gl/maps/m7z6sUQHPNYbf4zx6

Helical stepwell - https://goo.gl/maps/1GqmYXttQNr6uka58

Thank you...

see you soon....

SaSha..

Nature education Park : Shout out to all parents...a must visit place with kids...

Nature education Park: Shoutout to all parents...A must-visit place with kids...

                       

Hello all...

     ‘Wilderness touches the heart, mind, and soul of each individual in a way that only known to himself’ - Michael Frome 

                                       

                                

                   I feel this truth every time we go to the jungle or to the mountains...They make sure we reconnect with ourselves. And when you need a break from life’s roller-coaster ride, you have to go to such places. It’s not possible for everyone... and it’s not possible every time.. . But this place is a solution if you want to get an experience of jungle trekking... it is our happy place. It is so near to our city and yet so far...because in your mind it will take you to the places miles and miles ahead. 

                                

                           

      Nature education park, on the way to Sindhrot, provides a wonderful short jungle trekking experience. They also provide night stay in tents, though due to COVID it is not available at present. They have three trails and all three are super fun. 

                       

                                 

      The trails are properly marked. But at places due to rain, the signboards are damaged. But you can take a snap of the map and take out your compass..it is more thrilling that way. And the main highway of Sindhrot is there all along to guide you.

                                

                        

        We had spotted nilgai and a few deer first time. But after that, we were not able to spot any animal. But don’t worry the mesmerizing tall trees and lush green plantations all around you and the captivating smell of these vegetations mixed with the smell of Mother Earth will encase you in a cocoon that you won’t want to break. This feeling is enchanting. Though we have done a few safaris, this is thrilling for kids as they can be in charge here. we are not worried about and wid animals (yes we have to be careful with snakes and monkeys)

                               

          Our kids love this park. There is a small play zone just before that trail. If we are confused about how to spend our Sunday, this is the option we all prefer. 

                               

       So that’s it from our side. Go and explore. 

Location : https://goo.gl/maps/BDzmxkd84BryQe6B9

Just 30 min drive from Vadodara 

Love,

SaSha    

Diver ni Madhi - Beach of Our Beloved Reva...

Hello all, 

          So we are back with our Sunday excursions. As autumn is fading and winter is slowly and steadily enveloping us in its cold breeze, we are now more energized and enthusiastic about our Sunday mornings. Diwali celebrations are slipping away and kids are now waiting eagerly for Christmas but our minds are only looking for peace in the lap of mother nature. 

  

                        

         So to find that calmness what is the better place than our beloved Reva. And now Sheel knows that if I want to feel more energized yet quiet and at peace, he has to take me to any river... so although this is a well-known place, we had to go there as it was on our bucket list for a long. 

        The ride to the place is very straightforward. there is a beautiful Valkeshwar Ashram at the beach which has the facility of rooms. And what can I say about the beach...it is mild tough for senior citizens as they have to climb down a few steps and need to walk along the beach to reach up to the river. The sand is pristine just like a seashore...

  

        And now my favorite. REVA... as Shri Amrutlal Vegad and Dhruv Dada have mentioned... During the day, she is scenic, delightful to watch but at night she is audible just like a melodious lullaby... During the day she is Narmada but at night she is Reva...When we were at the beach staring at her it was like she was listening to our prayers, our every dream, and our all emotions...our companions were three yellow wagtails...chirping happily and merrily just beside us...

             

              The water is crystal clear and shallow so you can easily dip in the river but please take proper care. as it is not advisable to swim in unknown water. you can always ask locals. the only thing we find disturbing was waste on the beach...the plastics and wrappers were disturbing to our eyes and our mind.  

                   

Rivers...

Somewhere she is calm

Somewhere she is agile

Somewhere she is serene

Somewhere she is turbulent

So different

But still the same

In her childhood

Or adulthood

The person will love her

If only they understood

We adore her,

It’s in our blood

She is a giver

And she is a healer

She doesn’t expect

But only if

We are a true believer

Why it’s not enough

For us

Just to consider

It’s high time now

That we save our rivers...

She is Shakti

She protects

She pampers

She takes care

She provides

But

She also can be the destroyer

Love her with all your might

Love her with all your delight

She has the power to ignite

The corners are not in sight...

Rivers...

From mountain to ocean

From village to city

From our heart to prayers

She is tending us

But now

It’s our turn!!!

                        - Kajal

         That's all from our side. Visit the place and let us know your feedback on our instapage or here. we would love to read about your experience also.