The Iron Fort

Have you ever got the feeling that your life is just passing you by randomly, without any direction whatever? That there is a larger purpose to your existence than mere day-to-day prestidigations in front of the computer? That there is something out there that is calling out to you more persistently than an ICICI bank Credit Card Seller?

One of the things I feel very strongly about is a healthy work-life balance. Balancing these two different spheres requires a great degree of determination, especially on the 'life' front (your office will ensure that you pay sufficient attention to work!). One of my ways of having a good "life" is to explore nature - go on treks, take pictures, go running. etc. And the monsoons are a lovely time of the year to do that, especially in and around Mumbai. Couple with this the fact that I have not been trekking since April (that wonderful Gangtok Visit) and you know the reason behind my introductory paragraph

Thanks this feeling of 'not having been among the great outdoors' going at my vitals like a persistent woodpecker, and more importantly, thanks to Vix (photos to be found here) , who moved my from my lethargy through an inspirational gtalk session, we both planned a trek to this fort near Lonavla called Lohagadh.

A write-up of the rather interesting trek follows, but in the meanwhile, you can find some pictures from the trip here

Cheers,
Ranga