Lord Curzon made the trek to Kauri Pass, and since then it has some to
be known as curzon's trail. it is very popular among European and
American travelers. In 1905, Lord Curzon reached Kauri Pass from Ghat
via Ramni. Today many Trekkers prefer to undertake the trek in the
reverse direction. They climb the ridge above Tapovan, and reach
Gailgarh, where the trail coming pass from Auli bugyal through Garson
top. The trek should not be undertaken in winters, as a major portion of
the trail is covered with snow. the main attraction of Curzon's trail
is the majestic view of the twin peaks of Nanda Devi, Kamet, Dronagiri,
and Hathi-Ghodi Parvat. Along the trek we'll pass through pristine
Rhododendron, Oak, and Deodar forest. Rare Himalayan flora and fauna are
aplenty on the spring are said to have excellent medicinal properties.
Wednesday, 11 July 2012
Tuesday, 10 July 2012
Kalsi Lakhamandal Trek
This is a cultural and historical trek in the Jaunsar-Babar region, at the foothills of the stately Garhwal Himalayas; between the rivers Yamuna and Tons. The tribes here. know as Jaunsaris, Practice polygamy and polyandry.
The village enroute are worth seeing for their cultural and architectural richness. The Trek is rich with flora and fauna and is an unforgettable experience for omithologists.
Lakhamandal is a large village on the banks of Yamuna, known for its temple ruins. the ruins at indication that in the past it must have been a major temple town. many believe that Lakhamandal is the same Lakhamandal described in Mahabharat. Kaurava Prince made of Lac, in Which he tried to burn the Pandavas alive. The villagers believe that there is a secret passage that emerges few kilometers downstream...
The village enroute are worth seeing for their cultural and architectural richness. The Trek is rich with flora and fauna and is an unforgettable experience for omithologists.
Lakhamandal is a large village on the banks of Yamuna, known for its temple ruins. the ruins at indication that in the past it must have been a major temple town. many believe that Lakhamandal is the same Lakhamandal described in Mahabharat. Kaurava Prince made of Lac, in Which he tried to burn the Pandavas alive. The villagers believe that there is a secret passage that emerges few kilometers downstream...
Uttarkashi Lata Budhakedar Panwalikantha Kedarnath Trek
Uttarkashi Lata Budhakedar Panwalikantha Kedarnath Trek This trek provides you one of the rerest views of the entire range of yamnotri-Gangotri-Kedarnath-Badrinath seven bugyals of Panwali Kantha, where if you are lucky. you might catch a glimpse of blue-mountain-goat. This trek is part of the ancient pligrims' trail from Gangotri to Kedarnath, in the tradition of vamavrata yatra that began from Yamunotri and ended at Badrinath, after paying respects at the Gangotri and Kedarnath shrines
Roopkund Trek
Roopkund is situated at a height of 5029m in the lap of trishul
massif. This is usually called the 'Mystery massif' since human
skeletons and remains of horses were found here.the lake, surrounded by
rock strewn glaciers and snow clad peaks, is magnificent and enchanting.
The mystery lake of Roopkund has brought here many a besotted traveler since the discovery of human skeletons in the lake and the glacier descending into it. for many years the origin of the skeletons remains of General zorawar's army that lost its way while returning from Tibet. but the popular belief, Narrated in the folk traditions about the pilgrimage to Nanda Devi undertaken by Raja Jasdhaval and his wife the Garhwali Princess Rani Balampa, who perished in a hailstorm at Jurangali, Appears to be closer to truth; especially since the carbons and its anthropological studies point towards the authevticity of this folk-lore.
Monday, 9 July 2012
Har-ki-Doon Trek

Har-ki-Doon, the handing valley of gods is a treat for trekkers. this moderate-difficult trek takes you to one of the least explored regions of Grarhwal. the best time to go for this trek is either June-July or october the
rest of the year is either very cold and wet, or the valley is mostly shrouded by clouds. the beautiful scenery and the glistening snow clad Swargarohini peak are the main attractions. As Har-ki-Doon falls within the

Osia, one of the most beautiful village in the Fateh Parvat region, Should not be missed. Here, you have a beautifully Carved temple dedicated to duryodhana, the kaurava Prince. and if you are interested in glaciers
than Jaundhar Glacier is just about 8 kilometers from Har-ki-Doon. it is a steep dimb and requires some ountaineering skills. The Glacier is situated at an altitude of 4300m.
Khatling Sahasratal trek
The Khatling glacier is a lateral galcier, at the source of the river Bhilangna affords a panoramic view of snow capped peaks and haning glacier. login group, Kirtistambha and Meru are sublime and magnificent. The entire trek passes through thick forests and beautiful lush green meadows in the beginning. Later, it crosses 2 passes above 17000 ft. and nagotiates glaciers, morains and a snow patch.
Chakravyuh the environmental theatre of the hills is a folk from of Garhwal. it is a kind of mass theatre that involves a mind boggling cast of about 100 characters, Musicians, Directors and back stage workers. it enacts a universally known episode from Mahabharat in which Abhimanyu, the son Arjun was treacherously slain by 7 Kauravs in a circular fortification for thousands of years Chakravyuh has village squares.
Valley of Flowers Trek


T.G. Longstaff and Frank Smythe for the outside world discoverd this enchanting place by chance in 1931, through the local villagers of Bhundar Valley Knew it as Nandankanan since time immemorial, they frared venturing into the the into the valley.because of the spirits and fairles that were thought to be Haunting the beautiful valley. They feared that the spirits would carry them away. More than thousand varieties of flowers, ferns and Himalayan Herb Grow in the valley. the most beautiful of of all Himalayan Flowers, the blue primula can be seen blooming in thousands in the valley. the best time to see the valley in full bloom is mid-july to mid August. To reach the vally one has to trek from Govind Ghat on the route to Hemkund Sahib, upto Ghangaria, 14kms ahead. Few furlongs ahead of Ghangaria the trek route to the Valley takes a detour towards left. the valley is about five kilometers from Ghangaria.
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