A bright sunny morning brings us respite from the unprecedented weather following over us since last few days. Most of our farmer were already in their fields to access the crop damages. The harvest is supposed to be done in a month time, but the unseasonal rainfall have spoiled the plans It appears that we are already in the month of December - January, when Sunlight is scarce. But today bright sunny day and cool atmosphere after the unseasonal rain reminds me of my outing at sanasar lake, where I took advantage of enjoying the tulip show in display just after the overnight rain.
It was few month ago, when I visited Jammu state of India. There was a rain a day before, and we thought our trip is going to be spoiled. However on the fateful day when we took our car towards Sanasar lake. It was a bright sunny day. Sanasar lake is a popular tourist destination in Jammu. The area features a round, cup-shaped green meadow ringed by dense conifer forests and tall deodars at an altitude of 2,050 meters, making it a perfect scenic spot to enjoy a bright sunny day. It was sunny day and was calling for sort of adventure. And the Tulip flower is a perfect set up.
Tulip flower show was an icing on the cake to our visit as I was not expected a flower show on such natural heavenly abode. The garden is designed with symmetrical, linear cultivation beds separated by earthen pathways, supported by perimeter fencing, pathway lighting, and e-ticketing systems. The makeshift garden is made adjacent to Sanasar Lake, featuring over multiple tulip bulbs across different varieties.
At first, I had no plan to visit the flower show. But when i noticed that flower bed in array from a distance, I made up my mind to visit the place. While I was getting down from up above the hills after visiting the Nag temple, that I noticed the vibrant space designated for the flower show. It was blooming with multiple color.
From a distance, I found few of the tourist already enjoying the tulip show they were strolling and taking pictures of flowers at the backdrop of marvelous nature. I went there too but finding the entry ticket, I asked the local guard to allow me for a casual stroll. He appears to be a nicest soul, finding me alone, he happily allow me to enter the tulip show free of charges. Or may be there were not much visitors rush at that moment, so allowing without ticket is not a big deal for the staff. You just need to have a good friendly conversation.
Soon I found myself surrounded by bed of tulips, framed by towering pine and deodar trees, open alpine meadows, and crisp mountain air. the place was very vibrant. Being inside the tulip flower show in the Sanasar Valley feels like stepping into a vibrant, living painting nestled inside a quiet mountain bowl. Far removed from heavy city noise, the space feels peaceful, calm, and slow-paced. Walking along the terraced beds feels gentle and open, with plenty of room to pause for photography or just take in the horizon.
On the bright, sunny day, the sun completely alters the atmosphere of the mountain meadows, turning a quiet hill station into a radiant, multi-colored canvas. The visual clarity on a sunny day provides a sharp, crisp contrast between the blooming garden and its geographic backdrop. Look up, and you are treated to a sweeping view of the deep green pine-forested hills. There were beautiful flower all around me making the day quite vibrant and colorful.
I was enjoying the radiant atmosphere with multiple tulip surrounded me from all angles. The feel of the warm sunshine on your skin, balanced by a constant, crisp mountain breeze rolling off the nearby lake and conifer forests, creates a perfectly comfortable climate for lingering outdoors without overheating. As it was a casual stroll without paying any fee, i kept it short, just to respect the love of the guard who allowed me inside. The experience of walking through the festival under clear, sunny skies evokes several distinct sensations. Today clear sky and the bright sunny was a perfect set up that reminded me of the beautiful visit to Sanasar lake.
It has been a while since we had a full sunny day.Firstly it was cyclone "arnab" which gave us unseasonal rain and now the cloudy weather mostly keep us inside. There is hardly any respite from the unwanted weather change. But today it appear to be different. There is Sun on top of us, with scattered white clouds surrounding it. Giving us a hope of brighter Diwali festival due in few day. It is hard to forget the hill-station.
In good faith - Peace!!