An extraordinary trip to Sariska : The Darkest Spot in India

Last year I went to Sariska, Rajasthan and this wonderful trip was a great experience. Widely known as the darkest place in India, Sariska was a great vacation site. I and my parents went there with our family friends. We stopped at an outstanding resort called "The Astroport". The resort covered two of my favourite aspects – universe exploration using telescopes and greenery. This resort was a paradise with scrumptious food, greenery and huge telescopes and guides. The climate was also pleasant. Hospitality provided by The Astroport was amazing, there were also many recreation activities like swimming and outdoor sports.

Sariska Astroport Resort

We went by car and visited an ancient Neelkanth Mahadev Temple  constructed by the Pandavas during their exile. It is an archeological heritage site. We finally reached our fantastic resort by noon. We decided to rest and settle down after enjoying a lavish meal. In the evening we went on a walk and saw musical performances.

Neelkanth Mahadev Temple

Archaeological Heritage Site

After dinner, came the most exhilarating part. Here, we got to learn about telescopes and how to use them. We also learned new photography tricks and used humongous telescopes to see Saturn in a glorious view. 

Next morning we woke up, did some swimming  and gobbled our breakfast. Then we viewed the Sun and its sun spots using the telescope. After deciding for an outing we first went to Pandupole Temple, dedicated to lord Hanuman. Here, we enjoyed the serene environment and connected to divinity. We also went to the most haunted place in Asia- Bhangarh Fort. Personally, I was scared to go here but after steeling my nerves I went there. However there was nothing to be scared of except a snake and creepy, screaming lady. The walk to Fort was interesting and long. We were extremely exhausted by time we returned. So, to relax we went for a boating in an artificial lake made by some late King.

Bhangarh Fort

      

When we reached the resort, we went for a trek to an organic farm. The next day, we checked out of the resort early in the morning and did a safari in Sariska Tiger Reserve where we spotted many peacocks, some bears, dears and boars. We  reached home late in the evening but I was already nostalgic for the place because I had learned and enjoyed so much. This trip was definitely worthwhile and redeeming.