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jumpers are lowered into the drop zone in the
river, where water is just two feet deep.

The Giant Swing
But it is not all pulse-racing, thrill-inducing
activities. There are calmer and more
Ajay trekking serene outdoor experiences for the nature
lover, the hiking enthusiast and the not-so-
adventurous, who can enjoy walking, bird
watching, wildlife safaris and al fresco meals
on the banks of the Ganga.
Green forest hills, colourful orchards,
and clean air serve as the backdrop for a
complex of cafes, shops, meditation centers,
restaurants, and hotels. The east side is
almost free of traffic and one can meander
among huts of sadhus, parks, and scores of
small shops and stalls selling cotton clothes,
gems, spiritual souvenirs and Hindu religious
icons. Cafes on both sides overlook the river.
Restaurants serving German breads and
Israeli food sit happily with roadside chaat
stalls, the aroma tantalising the senses. But
for me, the most satisfying and unique was
the local Garhwali food, with never-eaten-
before dals and rotis, mouth-watering pickles,
Flying Fox unusual chutneys and vegetables. While

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