August 2019 | Solo Traveler Pravin

If Kerala is God’s Own Country, then Munnar is Probably His Secret Hideout:

24th June 202028th August 2019 by Pravin Malik

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Fog, rain and a cup of tea are one of those deadly combinations that create romance and nostalgia in Munnar. I was loving every bit of it.

This is How They Protect Themselves from Rains in the Western Ghats

24th June 20207th August 2019 by Pravin Malik

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So I came across these unique yet beautiful rain-protection outfits during my treks in the Western Ghats. Not just pretty, they are highly durable too.

The ‘Kambal’ Man of Kalsubai Trek

24th June 20204th August 2019 by Pravin Malik

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Starring at the summit of Kalsubai trek, the highest peak in Maharashtra, our trek guide is wearing ‘Kambal’- A neatly woven handmade rain-protection outfit made of jute fibre.

‘Kambals’ are common among the ‘Dhangar’ community of Goa and Maharashtra.

Our guide wearing ‘Kambal’ for rain protectionn.

I have been travelling solo to various states since past 4 years but my recent solo trip to Kerala was an experience of a lifetime.

I wrote about a few special experiences below:

Solo Trip Day 1:

Here’s How the Solo Trip Bug Bit Me!

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Solo Trip Day 2:

If Kerala is God’s Own Country, then Munnar is Probably His Secret Hideout:

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Solo Trip Day 3:

The Only Reason I Keep Coming Back to Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary-Kerala

The Only Reason I Keep Coming Back to Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary-Kerala-Featured-Image

Solo Trip Day 4:

The Greatest Ever ‘Upma Story’ of My Life

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If There Is a Face I Cannot Forget in My Life, It Is This!

18th March 20201st August 2019 by Pravin Malik

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This touched me… He didn’t utter a single word…neither did he try to follow me. He just looked straight into my eyes…locked his hands around the chair…hesitated a bit…gently opened his palms and stood there still with a dead expression! He seemed hungry, not poor! On treks I usually don’t carry eatables. So couldn’t give … Read more If There Is a Face I Cannot Forget in My Life, It Is This!

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