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TREKKING IN
HIMACHAL ( KULLU MANALI ) |
HIMALAYAN MOUNTAIN
TREKKERS Geographically, Himachal Pradesh can be divided
into three distinct regions, the Shivalik or outer
Himalayas, middle Himalayas or inner Himalayas, and greater
Himalayas or the alpine zone. The lower Himalayas include
the districts of Hamirpur, Kangra, Una, Bilaspur, and the
lower parts of Solan, Sirmaur, and Mandi commonly known as
the Shivalik Hills. In Himachal Pradesh the treks vary from
moderate to strenuous ones, ranging upto two weeks,
especially the one done on high altitude passes.
Altitudes
The altitude in this region ranges from 350 meters to 1,500
meters. The middle Himalayas comprise the region between the
altitudes of 1,500 meters and 4,500 meters. The districts
under this region are parts of Sirmaur, Mandi, and the upper
parts of Kangra, Shimla, and Chamba. The greater Himalayas
or the alpine zone is at an altitude of 4,500 meters and
above. The region is cut across by the river Sutlej and
comprises the Kinnaur and Pangi tehsils of Chamba, and some
part of Lahaul and Spiti.
Trekking Routes of Himachal
Kullu Valley :
The Kullu valley, is rightly celebrated as the Valley of
Gods. Nestled between the Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal ranges,
it is the cradle of the great River Beas. About 80 km long,
this lush valley extends from the gorge at Aut to the
Rohtang Pass. It harbours forests, alpine meadows, gurgling
rivulets and orchards laden with fruit, and its inhabitants
are a joyful and gentle people.
Lahaul & Spiti Valley :
The two twin valleys of Lahaul & Spiti in the north
eastern corner of Himachal Pradesh, protected by distance,
is a region of nature at its wildest which has lent it much
enchantment. This region is best visited & viewed by
involving in Trekking and Jeep Safaris. From Lahaul, the
Himalayas can be seen in their entire mighty splendor.
Geologically and archaeologically, Spiti is a living museum.
The mountains are devoid of any vegetation and erosion by
wind, sun and snow over thousands of years has laid bare the
rocks.
Chail :
Trekking In Himachal Pradesh, IndiaChail is hiker's
paradise. The area is very peaceful away from the hustle and
bustle of Shimla. Close by is a National Park, which has
limited number of birds and deers.
Kangra :
There are several tea gardens dedicated to the
production of both green and black tea. Sturdily built and
handsome, the people of the valley are renowned as hardy and
courageous soldiers.
Manali :
Know as the 'Queen of Hill Stations', Manali at an
altitude of 1,829 meters and 40 Km from Kullu was twice the
choice of Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru, when he chose to relax from
the affairs of state and seek inspiration anew. here, he
came in 1958 and stayed a mouth then again in 1960 when he
could only snatch 10 days of peace and quiet.
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