Plan & Preparations :- The Shivalik range of mountains in the Garhwal Himalayas, also known as Kedarkhand in the ancient texts, was the chosen area of my trave. The state of Uttrakhand in northern India shares its boeders with Tibet & Nepal. This provibce is often called Devbhoomi (Land of the God) by devout Hindus & is also the choicest destination for lovers of nature & adventure. The Chardham Temples (Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath & Badrinath-also known as ‘chhota Chardham’) of this region form one of the most important pligrimages for followers of Sanatan Dharma. Yamunotri is the place where the sacred river Yamuna origintes; Gangotri, the place Ganga (Ganges)- the most loved & worshipped river in India – descended from the heavens. Kedarath & Badrinath are called Vailunthdham (the earthly abode of God) by devotees of Lord Shiva & Lord Vishnu repectively. These temples, at a height of more than 10,000ft above sea level, are covered with snow & are inaccessible for half the year. My plans took shape taking this into account, & spent 40days meticulously crafting an itinerary. Rishikesh:- Rishikesh, the gateway to Devbhoomi, is a place where the holy Ganga flows into the plains after travelling through the Himalayan range. Located at the foothills of the Manikoot mountain of the Shivalik range it has been an abode of Rishis since time immemorial. Walking Meditation:- Walking all these days I discovered that walking in a certain way can become a meditation. Taking small easy, each in rhythm with the incoming & outgoing breath relaxes the body & mind. Further if one can spin his favorite mantra into it, it makes the walk all the more joyful. Walking thus saves energy & keeps the trekker more alive & calm. With long walks like this one can even getting glimpses of the thoughtless mind. Kalp Kedar The Temple half buried:- On the banks of the Ganga is a temple of Shiva at Dharali. Kalp Kedar by name, it is half buried in the ground. A huge Kalpavriksha (the tree which fulfills the righteous desires of the devotees) stands behind the Temple hence its name Kalp Kedar.