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« Reply #10 on: October 18, 2007, 05:31:27 PM »
Panchchuli

The Panchchuli peaks are a group of five snow capped Himalayan peaks lying at the end of the eastern Kumaon region, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand state, India. The peaks have altitudes ranging from 6,334 m (20,781 ft) to 6,904 m (22,651 ft). They form the watershed between the Gori and the Darmaganga valleys. Panchchuli is also located on the Gori Ganga-Lassar Yankti divide. The group lies 138 km (86 mi) from Pithoragarh.

The five peaks on the Panchchuli massif are numbered from northwest to southeast. The highest peak is Panchchuli II, which was first scaled by an Indo-Tibetan Border Police expedition in 1972. The group's name is derived the legendary Pandavas's "Five Chulis" (cooking hearths), where they cooked their last meal before proceeding toward their heavenly abode.

Five peaks of Panchchuli

Panchchuli-1 (6,355 m)
The first ascent of this peak was done by Indo-Tibet Border Police (ITBP) team in 1972, via Uttari Balati glacier, led by Hukam Singh. The coordinates of this peak are Latitude 30°13'12" Longitude 80° 25'12".


Panchchuli-2 (6,904 m)
This is the highest peak in the group. The first ascent was done by an Indo-Tibetan Border Police team on 26 May 1973. They climbed from the Balati plateau and via the southwest ridge to the summit. The contingent was led by Mahendra Singh. The coordinates of the peak are Latitude 30°12'51" Longitude 80°25'39".[1]


Panchchuli-3 (6,312 m)
This peak is climbed successfully in 2001 through south eastern ridge. The coordinates of this peak are Latitude 30°12'00" Longitude 80°26'24".


Panchchuli-4 (6,334 m)
The first ascent of this peak was made in 1995 by a New Zealand expedition lead by John Nankervis. The expedition members who summited were; John Nankervis (Wellington), Peter Cammell (Auckland), John Cocks (Dunedin), and Nick Shearer (Oamaru). Peter Platts (Christchurch) assisted the expedition as far as camp 2. The coordinates of this peak are Latitude 30°11'24" Longitude 80°27'00".


[Panchchuli-5 (6,437 m)
The first ascent of this peak was made in 1992 by an Indo-British team jointly lead by Chris Bonington and Harish Kapadia by the south ridge. The coordinates of this peak are Latitude 30°10'48" Longitude 80°28'12".


 Approaches to Panchchuli

Eastern approach
This route is via the Sona Glacier and Meola Glacier.


 Western approach
This route is through the Uttari Balati Glacier via Balati Plateau.

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« Reply #11 on: October 19, 2007, 12:15:14 PM »
HAR - KI - DOON TREK
Har-ki-Doon is also known as ‘Hanging Valley of Gods’. It is the valley surrounded by deep forest and snow - capped peaks. It is situated at the height of 3566 mts. The forest are full of Himalayan herbs and himalayan flora and fauna. This is a heaven for nature lover and bird watcher. The trail of the trek pases through deep forest of pine, rhododendron, aprocot, and willows. the trek from Osla to Har-ki-Doon is amazing with a great view of Himalayas with beautiful green meadows and terrace farming. Last but not least it is a heaven on earth.
Altitude - 3556 mtrs.
Grade - **
Days - 8 to 9 days
Season - May mid to Nov mid

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« Reply #12 on: October 19, 2007, 12:19:14 PM »
KUARI-PASS TREK

This trek is at the altitude of 4625mts. It is situated at the east of Himalayas. The view of Himalayan snow clad peaks from Kuari top is amazing. The peaks look so near that you feel you can touch them. If weather is perfectly clear then u can view some famous peaks of Himalaas, like Nandadevi, Dronagiri, Hathi Parvat, Panchulli, Kalinka Peaks, Chaukhamba and much more.
Tha path passes
through deep rhododendron forest, big alpine meadows and waterfalls. The trek was first descended by Lord Curzon an American trekker and his colleagues. The trek is also known also " LORD CURAZON TRAIL". In trek you wil face the traditional life of people in himalyas, their lifestyle and learn much about them.
Altitude – 4625mts.
Grade - **
Days – 9 -10
Season–May– Mid November

Outline Itt from Rishikesh to Rishikesh Via Ghat

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« Reply #13 on: October 19, 2007, 12:21:53 PM »
DODITAL -YAMUNOTRI TREK

Dodital is at an elevation of 3024 metrs above sea level north of Uttarkashi. Crystal clear waters are surrounded by dense woods of Oak Pine, Deodar and Rhododendrons. The lake is full of fishes and the rare species of Himalayan golden Trout. The origin of this lake is from natural springs. The forst-surronding the lake is also full of wild life. It provides an idyllic set up for rest and recreation like angling, boating and bird watching. The trek for Dodital commences from Uttarkashi to Kalyani which can be approached by motor. Dodital is steep and through thick forests. This trek is open throughout the year, thorough in winters it is quite cold, for summer a round trek is possible from Hanuman chatti to Uttarkashi via Dodital.

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« Reply #14 on: October 19, 2007, 12:22:39 PM »
KEDARNTH - VASUKITAL TREK

Kedarnth is tat an altitude of 3584 mts. A magnificient temple was built by the Pandavas at the base of Kedarnth peak’s south-eastern face and millions of pilgrims now come here to offer there prayers to Lord Shiva.
The trek starts from Gaurikund, where there is a hot water sulphur spring. While approaching Kedarnth, we pass through stately forest and come across some beautiful waterfalls. Kedarnth to Vasukital is a continuous ascent and a great trek. The view of Mt. Chaukhamba Peaks and Mandakini Valley is wonderful from here. Vasukital lake, about 1.5 kms in radius, with crystal clear water will possibly take you into an immediate trance.
Altitude - Kedarnath - 3584 mts. Vasukital - 3925 mts.
Grade - **
Days - 5-6
Season - April to mid November

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« Reply #15 on: October 19, 2007, 12:23:44 PM »
MYSTERY LAKE TREK

Roop Kund is situated at the height of 5029 mts. In the lap of Trishun massif. This is usually called the "Mystery lake". Since human skeletons and remains of horses were found here. The lake, surrounded by rocks strewn glaciers and snow clad peaks, is magnigicent and enchanting. The Mystery lake of Roop kund has brought here many a besotted travellers since the discovery of human skeletons in the lake and the descending into it. For many years the origin of the skeletons remained a mystery. Some thought it to be the 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 the Nanda devi undertaken by Raja Jasdhaval and his wife the Garhwali princess Rani Balampa, who perished in the hailstrom at Jurangali, appears to be closer to the truth. Especially since the carbon dating of the skeletons and its anthropological studies point towards the authenticity of folk-lore. The trek pass through big alpine meadows, lakes and great trails of Himalayan valley.
Altitude - 5029 mts.
Grade - **
Days - 10 - 11
Season - April to November

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« Reply #16 on: October 19, 2007, 12:24:00 PM »
Great job Mehta ji lage rahoooo.

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« Reply #17 on: October 19, 2007, 12:24:48 PM »
SOURCE OF GANGES-TAPOVAN-NANDANVAN TREK
Gaumukh is where the water of Ganges trickle down from the glaciers. The sages called it "Gaumukh", because in the distant past, it proably appeared like a cow’s mouth, though today it is no longer appears so. It is the source of river Ganges. An arduous trek along the Gaumukh glacier leads to the scenic beauty of Nandanvan-the base camp of Bhagirathi peaks, that offers a panoramic view of the surrounding Shiv ling peak. A meadows that encircle the base of Shivling peak.
Altitude - Gaumukh - 4000 mts.
Tapovan - 4445 mts.
Nandanvan - 4625 mts.

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« Reply #18 on: October 19, 2007, 12:32:41 PM »
Narayan Ashram

The ashram was established by Narayan Swami in 1936, about 136 kms north of Pithoragarh and 14 kms from Tawaghat. This spiritual cum-socio educational centre is set at an altitude of 2734 metres amidst scenic surroundings. It has a school for local children's and imparts training to local youth. There is also a library, meditation room and samadhi sthal.

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« Reply #19 on: October 19, 2007, 12:35:13 PM »
Pindari Glacier Trekking

Trekking tours in India is incomplete if you have not trekked Pindari Glacier. This world famous glacier is a trekkers paradise, as it is easier to visit than most other glaciers. This glacier is situated between snow capped NANDA DEVI and NANDAKOT mountains.The river Pindar originates from this glacier. The glacier is at an altitude of 3353 mtrs. the entire trekking tour route is Filled to the brim with natural beauty. 

 

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