A trip to the Himalayas has always been a life-long dream

Philip Sylvester Start Date: Feb 15, 2021 - End Date: Aug 14, 2021
  • Cultural Exchange
  • Educational/Research Trip
  • Vacation/Personal Trip
  • Himalaya Nagar, Banswara, Rajasthan, India
  • Tibet, China
  • Kashmir, Pakistan
  • Jammu and Kashmir

My Travel Story

by: Philip Sylvester Start Date: Feb 15, 2021 - End Date: Aug 14, 2021
  • Cultural Exchange
  • Educational/Research Trip
  • Vacation/Personal Trip
For those of us inclined toward exploration and adventure, the Himalayas have long been as enchanting as they are imposing.

And while this may seem hard to believe – the Himalayas are the home of Mount Everest, after all – the richness of this region extends far beyond its (admittedly majestic) mountains.

Three reasons why I would love to visit the Himalayas.

A lot has been said about the fermented Tofu that you will come in contact with. It is made from soybeans, salt, rice wine, and sesame oil. Pictures found on the internet depict an enticing picture and it tastes amazing but doesn't smell great. I'm sure my taste buds wouldn't care much about aroma. I cannot wait to encounter this staple of East Asian cuisine on my trip to the Himalayas, and can even learn how to make it!

The Yangtze River is one of the most amazing features I am looking forward to on my trip to the Himalayas. There's a bike trail along the river. The ruby-colored river forms a 90-degree bend, like a ribbon, as it wraps around a hilltop. The water then shoots across China, making the country fertile for rice and wheat and leading people to believe that this is the vein of the earth.

An Old Town that boasts all the scenery, history, and culture you would want (and might expect) from an ancient stop on the tea route. A community of artists and musicians has cropped up there, lending creative flair to an already compelling site. I cannot wait to get on the next plane and embark on this breathtaking trip.

Why the Himalayas mountains? why not?

I have always wanted to see the world from a different standpoint and the Himalayas would grant me such an opportunity to actualize my lifelong dream. Experiencing the life and culture of the people living around the mountain region, have a taste of the amazing cuisines, feel the energy of the cities. 




  • Himalaya Nagar, Banswara, Rajasthan, India
  • Tibet, China
  • Kashmir, Pakistan
  • Jammu and Kashmir