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Kumaon – Far from the Madding Crowds

September 8th, 2011
Kumaon will seem several worlds away from the hustle and bustle of the city areas of North India. This is a hilly region in the North Indian state of Uttarakhand, with Tibet on one side and Uttar Pradesh on the other. Kumaon is a destination that is unsurpassed in peace. This is definitely one of the best places to head to if you want to get those batteries recharged. The main reason for Kumaon for being such a rewarding  [...]
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