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Different Flavors Of Har Ki Dun

Har Ki Dun that literally translates to "Valley Of Gods", is a paradise on earth. Blessed with natural beauty so surreal, Har Ki Dun stuns trekkers with a panorama which is unique to each season. From an expanse of a virgin snowy landscape in winters to a kaleidoscope of vibrant hues in spring to an amazing vista of verdant greens in summer, hovering clouds in monsoons and a stunning spectacle of colors in autumn, Har Ki Dun offers an irresistible seasonal platter to its trekkers. Let us explore the myriad hues of Har ki Dun in different seasons Har ki Dun in Winter season-November-March Winter season in Har Ki Dun which begins in November and ends in March flatters you with scenic backdrops of colossal mountain ranges of Swargarohini, Kala Nag and Bandarpoonch, glacial mountain lakes, vast expanses of frozen meadows and snow drifted alpine forests. All through the trek, you are welcomed by the fairy-tale ambiance of snow-capped trails, glimmering snow, frozen waterfalls, and tall peaks. You may also like : Trek In The Valley Of God: Har Ki Dun (Experience shared by a trekker)   The temperatures from November to March vary between minus 11 degrees to plus 13 degrees (minimum and maximum respectively), with December and January being the coldest months. Temperatures in January and December fluctuate between minus 11 to plus 9 degrees (minimum and maximum). The weather remains pleasant during the day and temperatures fall drastically in the night time. If the skies are

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Reasons You Should Start Trekking

All good things are wild and free. -Henry David Thoreau We are slowly becoming an indoor generation who are trying to run their lives through a screen but as you see past your monotonous responsibilities of work, social status, and relationships; there's a beautiful world out there created for us to explore. Rather than scrolling through the travellers feed of Instagram, get out of your comfort zone and soak in the havens of outdoors, you will feel the sun shining through your skin and the fresh air passing through your system. Trekking is your best bet of rejuvenation, being aware of your surroundings and testing your endurance gives you an accomplishment that cannot be described in words. To give you a little push, here are a few reasons why you should start trekking. Trekking gives a person the much-needed break   Millennials have started to chant the mantras of disconnect to connect, ironically, on social media. Trekking gives you the freedom to break the chains of the virtual world and helps you live all the wanderlust quotes you read on Pinterest in real life. Reasons to trek can be many but the most important one is it will make you enjoy the smallest pleasures of life without being worried about the first world problems at least for some time. You will experience no urge to check your phone constantly and the pressure of keeping your social status up to date will also rest for a while. So, take

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How Travelling Changes Your Mind

“I am not the same, having seen the moon shine on the other side of the world.” - Mary Anne Radmacher 'Travelling', I asked myself, ‘Is it just an increment of experiences to the ledger of my life or far more?’ Sitting on a big rock while my feet almost immersed in the river of Bhagirathi roaring at highest of its pitch, made me look back on my life. It was a Gangotri glacier trek, a trek that almost changed my perception towards life, a journey which led me to redefine my life! Someone said very well, it’s not the destination that matters but what matters is the path, which is full of ‘forget me not’ tales that are recited again and again for the entire lifetime. Many times, journeys are not just an endeavour to attain our destinations but also reflections of our deeds or even images of our own selves. The purity of surroundings was enough for me to collect some incidences of the past that were actually important but were mostly ignored by me due to my ill-managed lifestyle. The element of trek from Bhojwassa to Gomukh was amazing, the essence of panoramic view of Bhagirathi group of peaks was pure enough to energize one to follow his commitment to Gomukh glacier. The Gomukh glacier is the source of Bhagirathi and is held in high esteem by the devout who do not miss the opportunity to have a holy dip in the bone chilling icy water. I

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Kathgodam or Rishikesh. Which is a better option to start Brahmatal Trek?

Basecamp of Brahmatal Trek is Lohajung. Lohajung is reachable from Kathgodam and Rishikesh. The distance of Lohajung from Kathgodam is 216 km and from Rishikesh is 268 km. So it clear that it takes a little longer from Rishikesh to reach Lohajung as compared from Kathgodam.   It takes around 10 hours from Rishikesh and 8 hours from Kathgodam to reach Lohajung. To start your ride for Lohajung from Rishikesh, our drive usually starts somewhere around 6 am. From Kathgodam, it is a little relaxed. From Kathgodam, we depart between 6:30 am to 7:00 am. Still, Rishikesh is a more preferred option by many to start their Brahmatal trek. Reason being Rishikesh can be easily reached from most of the Indian Metro cities. Plus while your trek ends, river rafting is the icing on the cake.

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Rupin Pass-The travelogue

Did you know ‘Rupin’ is originally Sanskrit for handsome! And so it was. As I made my final descent, I felt emotions whirling a cocktail in my stomach with a punch of nostalgia, fatigue, fulfilment, pride and soreness. The Rupin Pass was nothing short of a thriller movie except there was a climax every hour. A week back, I remember waiting for the bright red clock on my damp office wall to strike 6. It was time. And like the hands of the clock, I was set into motion. Some last minute packing and a late night bus to Shimla, I was all set to begin my adventure. Rupin Pass Trek Itinerary DAY 1: Shimla to Rohru   Rohru is a town in Shimla district, located about 115 km from Shimla city. I, along with my four comrades decided to take the local bus. We travelled alongside the Pabbar River at one side and the lush green pine and deodar trees at the other. It took us 6 hours to reach Rohru where we stayed at a local homestay. After exploring Rohru for some time, we had our food and planned to take some rest and be prepared to start our trek on time the next morning . DAY 2 : Rohru to Bawta to Jiskun We decided to start early today and took a taxi at 10 AM (early by my standards) for Bawta. The road to Bawta is through the Chanshal Pass, also known as The

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Bali Pass- An Exhilarating Getaway To The Path Less Trodden

Uttarakhand is truly called Devbhoomi. Bestowed with a beauty so divine and rooted deep in spiritual mythology, Uttarakhand is a trekker’s delight. The interesting topography of the region treats you to an unforgettable trekking experience; the mighty Himalayas overwhelm you with such an irresistible charm that you want to come back again asking for more. As truly said by John Muir, “You are not in the mountains, the mountains are in you”. Bali Pass is one such high altitude trek that enthrals trekkers with a diverse panorama of Uttarakhand terrain and offers everything that a trekker can dream of. Let’s take a virtual tour of this less trodden trek- Some facts Region-Garhwal Himalayas, Uttarakhand Maximum altitude-16,240 feet Trek level-Difficult Duration-10 days Distance-64 km Start Point-Sankri End point-Janki Chatti Best Season-May to June and September to October Temperatures-20 degrees maximum to -5 degrees minimum An overview of Bali Pass trek   At an altitude of 16,240 feet, Bali pass is a high altitude trek that flatters you with the myriad facets of Himalayas. This adventurous trek connects Har Ki Dun valley with Yamunotri and treats you to the raw splendour of a Himalayan pass crossing. The trek journeys through treacherous trails with some steep ascents and descents and narrow paths. It takes you along Tons, Yamuna and Supin rivers, satiates your religious sentiments by taking you to the sacred Ruinsara Lake and Yamunotri shrine. From hilly terrains to dense forests to lush meadows, colorful orchards, sacred lakes, and temples, this

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Bhrigu Lake Trek Route

The Bhrigu Lake Trek begins from Manali, Himachal Pradesh and then it takes you through the Gulaba village and the basecamp, Rola Kholi and then finally to the Bhrigu lake. On the way down, you can include Vasisth on your trip if you want to enjoy the hot springs.   Gulaba is about 22 KM from Manali and it is at an altitude of 10,300 ft. After reaching Gulaba, you will be provided with some time to cool off and then you will need to trek for about 4 to 5 hours to the campsite of Rola Kholi which is present at an altitude of 12,500 ft and the place is known for its steep ascent. You will have to pass via Kolang Nallah. You may also like : Why Bhrigu Lake Trek is perfect for beginners? This route is known for the pristine and virgin forests made of oak, cedar and silver birch trees. Definitely, enjoy the amazing view that it provides of Manali and the Solang valley. You will also need to camp in tents in this camping site and do remember to spot the Hanuman Tibba peak. The trekking distance is about 6 KM.   On the next day, you will need to start early to trek to the Bhrigu Lake and also descend by a trek as camping by the oval lake isn’t allowed. The altitude of Bhrigu Lake is approximately 14,100 ft. The to and fro trek from Rola Kholi to Bhrigu Lake and

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हिमालय की गोद में बसा खूबसूरत केदारकंठ ट्रेक

हिमालय की खूबसूरत वादियां और ऊंची पर्वत श्रृंखलाएं, पृथ्वी पर मानो भगवान के उपहार से कम नहीं हैं। इसी की गोद में बसा केदारकंठ ट्रेक (Kedarkantha trek) अपनी हसीन वादियों और खूबसूरत पहाड़ों के लिए आज भारत का सबसे पसंदीदा पर्यटन स्थल बन गया है। यह उत्तराखंड के उत्तरकाशी जिले में गोविंद वन्यजीव अभयारण्य और राष्ट्रीय उद्यान में स्थित है। केदारकंठ की चोटी से हिमालय के सबसे खूबसूरत पहाड़ों को देखना एक बेहद सुखमय अनुभव है। आपको ऐसा लगता है कि जैसे आपको यह अपनी ओर खींच रहे हों। यहां की शांति आपको वह सुकून दे जाती है जिसकी तलाश आप मानो कब से कर रहे हों। इतना ही नहीं यहां ट्रेकिंग करने का भी अपना ही एक अनोखा अनुभव है। अगर आप भी एक छोटी सी ट्रिप प्लान कर रहे हैं जो एडवेंचर और मस्ती से भरपूर हो। तो आपके लिए केदारकंठ ट्रेक एक पर्फेक्ट डेस्टीनेशन है। आइए जानते हैं केदारकंठ ट्रेक (Kedarkantha trek) की खास बातें, यहां किस मौसम में जाना चाहिए और यहां कैसे पहुंचा जाए इत्यादि। 'केदारकंठ' ट्रेक (Kedarkantha trek)   (Kedarkantha trek) केदारकंठ ट्रेक, ट्रेकिंग प्रेमियों के लिए जन्नत से कम नहीं है। अगर आप बेहतरीन ट्रेकिंग का एक्सपीरियंस लेना चाहते हैं तो यह ट्रेक आपके लिए ही बना है। केदारकंठ की खूबसूरती, यहां की हरियाली, यहां बसे गांव और यहां के लोगों की संस्कृति, मन और आत्मा दोनों को ही सकारात्मकता प्रदान करती है। केदारकंठ की एक और खासियत है कि यहां स्थानीय लोग हर साल केदारकंठ में 15 जुलाई को मेरू भगवान की

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Top 5 Winter Trekking Tips

Winter treks have love-hate relationships with most of the people. Some love the feel of the snow while others cannot bear the freezing temperature and the hazards that come along with it. Winter treks are undoubtedly difficult and tricky when compared to the summer treks but if you are well prepared in advance, it can turn out to be one of the most beautiful and spell bounding experience of your life. Along with the chilly temperature, altitude sickness, navigation problem, and body strength might be some of the problems that will stand in a way of you having a great time. Here are a few tips on how to prepare for winter treks. Following these tips, you are sure to have a gala time hiking your way up to the white wonderland. 1. Layer it up Surviving in minus temperature and cold biting chilly winds is no child?s play, what you wear determines how your body will cope up with the temperature. There?s a saying among the trekkers when it comes to winter treks- ?You always dress like an onion if you want to stay warm? which logically means to layer up your clothes. The temperature during any trek, be it winter or summer varies from the trail to the summit and having layers of clothing helps you to regulate your body temperature accordingly. Being comfortable while you trek is very important and thus, rather than wearing a single heavy jacket, wear a lot of warmers, fleece, softshell jacket,

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Reason Why You Shouldn't Miss Kedarkantha Trek

If you are planning to partake in a trek to the enchanting and mysterious mountains of Himalayas but are still unsure about which summit you wish to explore and conquer this winter, then allow me to introduce you to one of the best, proven and tested, winter treks you could ever go on. The Kedarkantha winter trek is simply a perfect package, you will encounter frozen lakes, verdant thick forests of oaks, pines, silver fir with their exotic flowers and cones. A myriad of endangered and endemic birds and animals, three campsites with unparalleled views of snow-covered peaks and valleys, a shrine of the Lord Shiva, at the summit. Read on to get a picture of the delightful experience you will have on this trek. Here are some reason to do Kedarkantha trek in winter Unforgettable Drive to the Base:   The trip to Kedarkantha starts from the charming little village of Sankri. A thrilling and calming drive from Dehradun taking around 10 to 11 hours will bring you to Sankri. The route, around 220 kms long, traces its way through Mussoorie, Damta, Naugaon, Purola, and Naitwar. This long drive through the hilly arms of nature is perfect to prepare you for the wonderous trek ahead.Your path will snake through lush forests and pass by melodious rivers. This long drive is in itself so beautiful, you can imagine how interesting the kedarkantha trek route will be. A Snowy Paradise (Snowfall till April):   Kedarkantha trek stands out from the

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