The
Garhwal Himalayas offer the most challenging treks
for the climbers as the ranges rest regally in
the center of the Indian Himalaya. Marking the
tranquil and spiritual element of these snow-capped
mountains in the Hindu scriptures, numerous popular
Hindu shrines are located in Garhwal. Trekking
in the area dates back to as early as 800 when
the Indian guru Adi Shankracharya crossed Mana
Pass from Badrinath to Guge district in Tibet.
Garhwal serves as a convenient base to decide
on a whole host of trekking excursion options
on offer.
Celebrated in Hindu mythology and
religion, the Garhwal Himalayas are
said to be the "Abode of the
Gods". The river Ganges takes
its source in this remote massif...
Dodi Tal lake in Garhwal Himalayas
- mysterious, alluring, and simply
beautiful ! It is at an elevation
of 3024 meters above mean sea level,
north of...