Wildlife: Asan Barrage

Wildlife: Asan Barrage: The wetland at Asan Barrage, is situated near the confluence of two perennial rivers Asan and Yamuna. ...

Rishikesh Auli Kuari Pass Tapovan Trek

As we approach Kauri Pass through the Auli - Gorson meadows, at an elevation of 4265m, we will be in the heart of Chamoli District, in the north eastern part of Garhwal. From Gorson, the imposing view of the eastern peaks of Garhwal Himalayas is unforgettably enchanting. they appear so near, that one feels like reaching out and touching them. the peaks visible from Kauri Pass are Nandadevi, Dunagiri, Bethartoli, Devasthan etc.

Bhadraj - Jwala devi - Kempty fall trek

This Trek has been specially crafted for the beginner & combines elementary trekking with some sight-seeing and picnicing.The climbs are not too difficult, and yet offer ample opportunities to the young explorer to soak-in the sights and sound that nature bestows these hills with.

The Legend of Nanda of the socio-cultural miliew of Uttarakhand Shrines of Nanda Devi are Scattered all over the central Himalayas. To the hill-folk, Nanda, Also known as Gaura, is the out-married daughter (Dhyan) of the Family. every year, in the month of Bhado I.C. 2nd week of april, she comes visiting her mother's home (Mait). And during Nanda Ashtami, she is escorted back in a procession to...

Cahndrashila Winter Summit Trek

It is a popular trek that can be undertaken round the year, except during heavy snowing months months of december and January. Chandrashila summit is a rock face above the temple of Tungnath, the highest of all the temples in the Himalayas. it is a short but regorous hike beyond the temple. the Chandrashila summit  affords the  most beautiful view of the Nandadevi, Trishul, Kedarpeak and chaukhamba peaks. if the sky is clear you get the feeling that you are sitting in a sea of mountains, so start early in the morning and you might be able to catch a clear sky.

The oak forest through which you trek to the summit abounds in wildlife, especially foxes, pheasants, musk-deer, and leopards. but it is safe, as the animals keep away from the trail. We begin at Chopta, which is one of  the most mesmerizing alpine meadows in Garhwal Himalayas; whatsmore, it also offers excellent camping opportunities. and if we're here in the month of march there are good chances that as we climb from Ukhimath to Chopta we may get the rare opportunity to see Rhododendron flowers in Shades varying from crimson-red to bright white.

Devi Darshan Trek the trek is for those who wish to see Himalayan ranges but do not have the inclination for tougher Treks. Three 'Siddh Peeths' -Chandrabadani, Surkanda Devi and Kunjapuri, are on top of hills in a triangular from, named after Goddess Durga. from each temple the others are visible, and present a anoramic view of the mighty Garhwal Himalayas and the Doon Valley. 

Each Temple is approachable by motor and by short treks of an hour each from nearest motor heads. Each temple at the top of the hills, deeply inspires you to transcend into meditation and spirituality.

Mound Fastival on june 28, every year, thousands of villagers from Tehri and Dehradun District Trek down to the Aglar Valley to compete for the plumpest catch in the river waters of Aglar river. The villagers believe that the festival was started around a century back by the then ruler of Tehri.
The powdered bank of the Timru tree is thrown into the river in copious amounts, which apparently makes the fish slow, and easy to catch.

Nagtibba Trek

Nagtibba, sa the name suggests is the adobe of the Nag Devta. the shepherds of the aglar valley on the northside of Mussoorie hills. known as Jaunpur, come to this ridge top to worship the Nag Devta. Nagtibba offers an excellent view of the mountain peaks in all directions . to reach the top one has to pass through dense forest, and it is advisable to take guide, lest you get lost on the way. there is enough space for camping in the meadow, and the water source is nearby. Nagtibba can be dimbed from two sides. most trekkers prefer the pantwari side, which is a beautiful village symbolizing the culture of Jaunpur. from here begins the climb to the Nagtibba top. you can get down on the other side, to the village of Devalsari. From here the road head at thatyur is not far away. One can also take the trek in the reverse direction, climbing from Thatyut and coming down at pantwari.

Binsar Trek

We reach Thailisain,via pauri, which is an enchanting township. from piersain and Binsar, a panoramic view of the stately Grarhwal Himalayan peaks is visible.
from Thailisain, the trek trails through very rich forests of Deodar, Silver Fir, Pine and Oaks; all brimming with wildlife. this trek is full of life and we can assure you that you will enjoy the scenic beauty throughout the trek.

...Today in the center of the village there is a temple dedicated to Bhagwati and lord shiva. in the temple complex stand two life size stone statuse. Perhaps they are the dwarapals of a much older temple. this connects with the legend of Jay and Vijay, the Dwarapals at the gates of heaven. but  most of the villagers believe the statues to be that of Bhima and Arjuna.

the best time to visit the temple is during local Diwali, Which is generally held one month after the Diwali in the plains.