Weekly Reflections #27: 2025 Bucket List - Travel Goals

I am here to take part in "Theme of the week - 2025 Bucket List - Travel Goals" by @damithudaya and I would like to invite @senehasa, @radjasalman and @uzma4882 to tell us about their travel plans.

  
There are many places I visit or have on my list, like Rishikesh, a city in the foothills of the Himalayas, situated on the banks of the River Ganges.

Rishikesh

I would like to tell you that Rishikesh is known as the yoga capital of the world and attracts thousands of visitors every day seeking spiritual growth, yoga training, and adventure sports. At least I go there for mental peace.

Rishikesh is one of the gateway for pilgrims visiting the CharDham, the four holy sites, the other being Kotdwar, and is known for its lovely atmosphere conducive to meditation and spiritual practices. I visit this place quite often and stay in a hotel or guest house on the banks of the river Ganges.

I will visit this place again before leaving for Australia in the month of February. This place is 4 hours drive from my current location.

My forthcoming programs:

Subathu

I would like to add here a small hill resort, Subathu, which is in Himachal Pradesh, and I am going there for the first time. I do not have any photo of this place, but I will post a photo taken from the internet of where I am going this Saturday.

I am looking forward to visiting Subathu because it has a rich historical value, especially from the English era. The British retained Subathu as a military fort.

Subathu is located in the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, at a height of approximately 4,000 feet from sea level. I have heard a lot about picturesque locations while going to Shimla. The temperature today is in the range of 40 degrees F, around that is 5 degrees C and raining, so we have decided to go on Saturday for a few days depending on weather conditions.

Subathu offers several attractions, like Kuthar Fort, a historical site that provides insights into the region's royal heritage, and, of course, the famous temple. But I am interested in its natural beauty, the surrounding hills and forests, and opportunities for trekking and nature walks. I will give you my next travel post once I return from there.

Sydney, NSW, Australia

I present Penryth, Sydney in New South Wales state on the east coast of Australia and also my first home in Australia. This Australian state is known for its diverse landscapes, vibrant cities, and rich history.

For me, the Great Dividing Range, a mountain range that includes the Blue Mountains and the Snowy Mountains, is famous for skiing and hiking. I have spent a lot of time in both places.

I built my first home in Penrith CBD of Sydney, from where I have made many boat trips to the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.

I have taken thousands of pictures of this area, but I am sharing some photos here. Like this famous cultural site.