July 2008
Auli
Uttarakhand, India
Idly I wake up, stretch and contentedly yawn
And burst outdoors to watch the crack of dawn
A lovely new day in Auli is about to begin
Feeling jubilant, I feel exalted from within
As the first rays of light of the day sweep
The land of Auli wakes up from its dreamy sleep
It gets enveloped in white clouds and mist
It feels wonderful to be right in its midst
And burst outdoors to watch the crack of dawn
A lovely new day in Auli is about to begin
Feeling jubilant, I feel exalted from within
As the first rays of light of the day sweep
The land of Auli wakes up from its dreamy sleep
It gets enveloped in white clouds and mist
It feels wonderful to be right in its midst
Majestic mountains, worthy of admiration
Auli haunts every nature lovers' imagination
From afar espy the great Nanda Devi's peak
Clouds hover around it, endearing sight unique
Auli's fresh day's beauty when unfurled
Transforms like if I'm in a dreamy world
Tranquility abounds, intoxicatingly serene
Worthy of celebration before me is the scene
The rise, fall and roll of the soft clouds of sea
Watching it all, I sense my spirit soaring free
In Auli I find nature's beauty on full display
I take utmost pleasure on this cool delightful day
On my eyelashes fall a few drops of clear dew
Through it I revel espying wonderful Auli view
Rustling breeze plays around the mountain tops
Horses graze on meadows, where valley drops
Auli haunts every nature lovers' imagination
From afar espy the great Nanda Devi's peak
Clouds hover around it, endearing sight unique
Auli's fresh day's beauty when unfurled
Transforms like if I'm in a dreamy world
Tranquility abounds, intoxicatingly serene
Worthy of celebration before me is the scene
The rise, fall and roll of the soft clouds of sea
Watching it all, I sense my spirit soaring free
In Auli I find nature's beauty on full display
I take utmost pleasure on this cool delightful day
On my eyelashes fall a few drops of clear dew
Through it I revel espying wonderful Auli view
Rustling breeze plays around the mountain tops
Horses graze on meadows, where valley drops
As the mountains whisper, I quietly listen
In charming Auli as a new day begins to glisten
Is it like this always, or is it just in spring
Moments touched by magic, it is enchanting
At the Himalayan heights, and wonderful location
I think for a moment Auli is my final destination
But no, I must explore, have got a world of travel
For am sure I've many more mysteries to unravel!
In charming Auli as a new day begins to glisten
Is it like this always, or is it just in spring
Moments touched by magic, it is enchanting
At the Himalayan heights, and wonderful location
I think for a moment Auli is my final destination
But no, I must explore, have got a world of travel
For am sure I've many more mysteries to unravel!
32 comments:
Wow, it looks so lovely there. Your blog is very interesting to read, you certainly get around:)
I cannot imagine what it must have been like to be up there, surrounded by those mountain tops. It looks so serene and so untouched. The only thing I ever came close to something like that was a trip way back when in Mercara, when visiting Grandpa's house.
What an amazing view you got to be a part of! Your photos are absolutely stunning.
Hi Celine! It’s always great when I have a chance to get here! This time we are really in the clouds... Great shots, great text, great post!! I'm thrilled!
The post on Joshimath is also impressive; the view of the road is awesome!! And Mount Neelkanth just opened a hole in the clouds for you... Superb!!
Interested in Tunisia? Blogtrotter has it now! ;)) Hope you enjoy! Have a great week!
Auli looks absolutely beautiful. And your photos of it are so breath taking. My favorite is the first one that you have up :)
Hi...Me back after a long break; Lovely travelogues Celina; Loved the pictures of Mt Neelkanth. They are truly mesmerizing.
I envy you
I have been there I too loved the place :D
That's an amazing collection of photos. I guess a must visit place, Auli.
Great your subject. Beautiful your World.
Beautiful and magical part of the world. Terrific verse.
thanks for the visit,
Troy and Martha
What a beautiful look at a very neat part of the world.
It really looks like you are on top of the world... well, you are I guess ;)
Bookbabie:
Thank you. That's encouraging to hear.:)
Ms. Cute Pants:
It's an indescribable feeling up there C. Mercara is beautiful but is at 1/3rd the height of Auli, so can you imagine my feeling just at the thought of being at that height?:)
Faces:
Thank you very much.:)
Gil,
Thank you for your gracious words. I'm glad you liked it all.:)
~Vagabond,
Thank you for the kind words. I like that picture too.:)
Ajeya,
Welcome back, and thank you. Glad you like them.:)
Priyadarshan,
Why do you?;)
Mridula,
I can very well imagine why you do. Thanks for dropping by.:)
Alok,
I've put up more pictures in my next post. I have a feeling you will like those as well. Thank you for your visit.:)
Luiz Ramos,
Thank you very much.:)
Troy and Martha,
Thank you for your visit. I am delighted at your kind words.:)
Fishing Guy:
Thank you for your visit. I'm delighted at your kind words.:)
Zhu,
I felt so at almost 10,000 feet above main sea level. I wish you great travels.:)
That is a wonderful poem. I can see how such beauty could inspire you.
Hi Celine!
Lovely descriptions by means of poetry :) Nice pics too. So, did you wake up at dawn and then go back to bed? LOL :P
Ramblingwoods:
Thank you. Your words are encouraging.:)
Final Transit:
Priyank, I got up at dawn and forget about getting back to bed, I in fact could not keep my eyes off the awesome changing scenery before me for hours together!
In fact, when it was time for breakfast to be served I refused to move indoors, and finally a table was laid out in the open air. One of the best roti-sabzi breakfasts I had while gazing in wonder at the fabulous scene unfolding before me.
Glad you asked the question. It revived my memories.Thank you.:)
wow!!..the pics afre so nice...the place must be amazing!!!!!!
Sushmita,
Thanks. It indeed is amazing. Start your ascent from Haridwar/Rishikesh and head up there asap.:)
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