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🇨🇭 Switzerland Travel Diary – Day 1

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  From Amsterdam to Lucerne via Zurich | Rhine Falls & Chapel Bridge Welcome to the first post of my 4-day Switzerland travel series! I’m Prasenjit Ghosh — a trekker, traveler, and storyteller. This adventure began in the Netherlands and took us through the heart of Switzerland, filled with lakes, mountains, waterfalls, and charming old towns. ✈️ Morning: From Amstelveen to Zurich Our journey kicked off bright and early at 7:00 AM from Amstelveen , Netherlands. We took a quick bus ride to Schiphol Airport , Amsterdam’s main international hub. We boarded a small regional flight with a 2x2 seating layout and reached Zurich Airport around 11:00 AM . Smooth skies, zero delays — a perfect start! 🚆 Midday: Train to Rhine Falls (Neuhausen am Rheinfall) From Zurich, we hopped on a Swiss train to Neuhausen am Rheinfall , arriving at 12:43 PM . Rhine Falls — Europe’s largest waterfall — was a surreal experience. The thundering water, lush surroundings, and viewing platforms gave us...
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“In Darjeeling, the clouds don’t just pass by — they walk with you.” Nestled in the Eastern Himalayas, Darjeeling Mall Road is more than just a promenade. It’s the heartbeat of the hill town — a blend of colonial charm, peaceful culture, and quiet mountain magic. In early February 2025, I had the chance to witness Chowrasta , the central part of Mall Road, like never before — in a rare off-season calm, wrapped in clouds and mystery. And this time, I decided to capture it in a unique way: entirely in slow motion . 🎥 Watch the Full Slow Motion Video Below: 👉 Click the video below to experience Darjeeling’s Mall Road like you’ve never seen it before — from a foggy morning to a softly lit night under the stars . (Be sure to wear headphones and enjoy the ambient sounds and voiceover!) 🌫️ The Morning Mist — When the Hills Whisper We began our walk just after sunrise. The clouds were rolling fast , the fog was thick , and visibility was low — but beautiful. From the hotel balcony, ...