Blog by Atul Lal from Garli
A tryst with Woman Empowerment at Garli
Many years ago, as we walked through the village, one of our guests remarked that the women of Garli appeared subdued. Their body language, they said, suggested a lack of purpose, and perhaps an indication of depression. We hadn’t noticed this, but then we hadn’t...
The resurrection of Naurang Yatri Niwas
As explained in our earlier posts, we were inexperienced, but wanted to do something. So, with all the noble intentions, some euphoric planning and thinking, we finally decided to convert the building in to a tourism unit along the lines of the Boarding Houses of...
How Naurang Yatri Niwas was born – Part 2
Status before renovation
How Naurang Yatri Niwas was born – Part 1
An Architects view of Naurang Yatri Niwas
Discovering Garli: A Hidden Heritage Hamlet in Himachal Pradesh
Nestled in the picturesque Kangra Valley and not far from the Dhauladhar range, the quaint hamlet of Garli is a treasure trove of heritage buildings. For those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of Delhi over a long weekend or simply to explore the serene...