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  Two weeks ago, we went to Leavenworth in Washington State and believe me I have two words to describe this paradise on Earth (at least to me ). 🤍💙 Picturesque perfect !!!!😍 This beautiful Bavarian charm style village @ Washington is quite similar to Bavaria in Germany which I heard is the most popular travel destinations with a mix of natural scenery, sensational authentic flavored restaurants and distinctive German culture.   Leavenworth is 2.5 hrs. drive from Seattle, You can take freeway I-90 or US-2 to reach this magical town with a view surrounded by Alps-looking cascade mountains 🏔 and alpine lakes . It's winter wonderland with a plenty of winter activities to enjoy for both adults and kids⛄🏂. Its been a top tourist destination in the Pacific Northwest . Of course Leavenworth is beautiful in all seasons perfect tourist destination with many events and festivals celebrated almost every month like Bavarian Ice festival, Spring festiv

The quiet paved path on the road infront of my house began to dampen quickly with the sudden rain fall since dawn today and I am sitting in my front yard sipping hot cup of Chai on a rainy day watching a view of greenery around me as if nature has come alive. It is just mid-morning now as the sun struggles to make its presence behind a thick sheath of clouds.☁ The memory of my childhood doubled down on me (and so I'm penning down my thoughts in this blog ) when I was recalling my past where I would enjoy the simple pleasures of rainy day like eating snacks- vegetable samosas, onion pakora, Maggie noodles 🍜 or simple plain biscuits along with my favorite masala chai/tea, a perfect treat I deserved after a hectic day of studies/work. Playing in the rain while coming from school or college or office.☔ Such a fond memories!! Chai with a bite on the samosas or fried fitters platter (either Onions, Green chilies, Potatoes, Cauliflower, Cabbage or bre

We recently travelled to North Cascades National Park (  https://sk-digilance.blogspot.com/2021/08/north-cascades-national-park-newhalem.html )  since it was a sunny day, I meet few very friendly Rangers @ North Cascades National Park visitor center , when asked about nearby vista points along North Cascades Highway 20, one of the Ranger recommended us few stops @ Diablo Lake Overlook, Washington Pass, Gorge Creek Overlook. So after spending some time @ North Cascades National Park, we went to Gorge Creek Overlook and then to Diablo Lake Overlook.  Diablo Lake Overlook is so far my favorite and is probably one of the more popular vista point along Highway 20 . Its 2.5 hrs. drive from Seattle and almost 20-30 mins drive from North Cascades National Park . We parked in the large parking area on the north side of highway. There were 3-4 information plaques about the area attracting the visitors. I enjoyed walking around and the overlook of the lake was the most bew

Wild, beautiful and luxuriant park with majestic mountains and adding an inhabitant and rustic feeling to it, making an overall combination of North Cascades National Park ( I've seen this weekend ) describing in one word - Stunning !!  I have been to many places in US, but I have never seen such a magnificent and majestic views of North Cascades. Its approximately 2 hrs. from Seattle and almost bordering Canada approximately an hour or so. I'm not sure why North Cascades National Park is one of the least visited parks in the Washington State. Its on Highway State Route 20 and this park has lots of developed campgrounds and trails. There is no entrance fee to North Cascades National Park.  I meet few very friendly Rangers @ North Cascades National Park center, they said the visitor center is open throughout summer 9 am to 5 pm with all amenities available, including clean restrooms, drinking water fountains and a gift shop. My su

This is one of the most beautiful fall I ever been apart from Yosemite Falls @ Yosemite National Park in California ( https://sk-digilance.blogspot.com/2021/09/yosemite-national-park-california-usa.html ) . I am really glad I went to this place few years before this pandemic started.🙃 Multnomah Falls @ Columbia River Gorge is beautiful and majestic. It's worth a trip to see this breathtaking place and the road towards the falls is so relaxing and scenic. 🏞 You can also see Columbia River other side of the fall. I would highly recommend this waterfall as a MUST see place while you are in or visit Oregon. This waterfall is accessible from Columbia River Highway and Interstate 84. I am giving this place a 5 Star , ask me Why?🤓 Because, it's close to other trails/waterfalls if you ever plan on being more adventurous. You can feel a sense of awe and longing along these wonderful trails and glorious scenes. Like something out of Tw

My family and I were out during Christmas holidays to visit some local places in Washington and one day we decided to head to Kerry Park because it was a beautiful sunny afternoon. 😊  It is a small park located on the south side of Queen Anne Hill in Seattle. People visit this park for the view of the city of Seattle including the iconic Space Needle which is few minutes walk up from this viewpoint and view of Mount Rainier as the background. Definitely a must see for people visiting Seattle for the first time! We took in the view but chose not to linger much as when we arrived there were many people around 15-20 not crowded but some people had mask on and few didn't, so we had our mask on and practiced social distancing and didn't stay for much longer. Although, the neighborhood is amazing to watch. If you want to stay for much longer and take multiple photos, I suggest arrive as early as possible on a good sunny day.  Ps: If y