MY VACATION TO THE VALLEY OF GODS: Gangotri - Gaumukh: SEPTEMBER 2009. After doing the Kedar Badri trip last year I decided to wander to the valley of Gods to offer my tarpan at the Gamukh on the auspicious Mahalaya day. My settling down base at Rishikesh had the purpose to wander around the Himalayas when ever time permits. Last year I had the privilege of enjoying the door closing ceremony of the Kedarnath temple and the ceremonial surrounding the carrying down of the idol to Ukhimath on 30th October. On 16th September 2009 early morning I set out from my Rishikesh home. Just few days back only came back from the high seas and after spending few memorable days with wife and the two sons decided to venture out alone as all were busy with ... read more