# Last stop Parvati

Source: https://jonleverrier.com/notes/last-stop-parvati
Published: 2010-05-30
Topics: Travel

Yet another magical over night bus journey from Rishikesh took us up the mountain range, guided so it seemed by the gazing full moon, towards the valley of Parvati.

I didn't matter how tired I was, nothing could prevent me from staying up to watch the rapidly changing scenery as we crept along the roads carved out of the mountains.

I knew that my 12 month journey was going to end here. Tired of moving about and in desperate need of some reflection time, I found a cosy homestay and unpacked my bag for the final time.

There is an urban myth about the Parvati valley. Apparently, [tourists have vanished](http://www.roadjunky.com/guide/himalayas-travel-guide-online/parvati-valley-himalayas-travel-guide/) whilst trekking, through fields of cannabis, which is cultivated in the area.

Putting that all aside, the valley was a perfect place to trek around the surrounding villages and of course wondering about the lush forests, sweeping valley meadows and hot springs, whilst taking those lovely mountain views.