One glance at it and you would conclude right away that this vehicle must have seen action in WW I, such hammered and weather beaten was its appearance. There were four of us tackling the bumpy wild country ride in military's rusted & disposed article apart from the driver who was nonchalant about it and frankly told us he was new to the job. Okay, in that case an unfriendly wildlife would demand a quick-witted response from our side.
The Jungle preserved as a National Park, is impressive enough for the variety of green foliage it sustains. Wildlife is a bonus. A shallow riverbed runs through the forest which only fills up when it rains.
HARIDWAR
is a much visited temple town. Rishikesh, its twin town, is where River Ganga - the Ganges - descends from the Himalayan ranges into the plains. Venerated by the faithful & the grateful for supporting farming and life, for nourishing & sustaining cities on its banks over thousands of known years......Ganga in rapid flow is an awesome sight. Her epic journey truly begins here.
Rajaji National Park, hems it for a while to one side. Host to Elephants, Tigers, Panthers, and gentler wildlife, an early morning or evening walk through the woods (guided) lifts up the spirit of the city dweller. We didn't encounter danger but the probability kept blood in a rush.
