Khanoor Tree, Between Bagh & Majhot, Himachal Pradesh, India, 11 September 2016, 12:45 pm:

A pool of refreshing, cold, mountain stream water under the Khanoor Tree; Photo: Ameen Shaikh

A long drink of the refreshing mountain stream water gives one the required energy to walk a few more miles; Photo: Ameen Shaikh

The sun feels really harsh at such altitudes. And walking behind grazing cows can often result in one spending a little more than comfortable time sweating in the open.

And in such situations, the shade of a tree and a source of fresh water source are the best reliefs possible.

Aunty and I took a nice little break under the Khanoor Tree, drinking refreshing cold mountain water from the small pool under the Khanoor Tree. We are now energised enough for the walk back home!