Trek with joy, feel the charm of nature and lose yourself in the cradle of Valley of Flowers, India's most breathtaking national park. A unique biosphere reserve in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, this natural wonder gives ample reason apart from the excitement of gaining altitude to visit it. Looks like an artist's painted canvas designed with strokes of colours, this valley brings together an assortment of natural attractions such as rivers, waterfalls, snow-beds, mountain cliffs and most importantly riot of colours.
Let's take a look at what makes this valley win hearts.
For groundbreaking photography
The first reason to visit the Valley of Flowers is the extreme inclination towards photography. The landscape of this mesmerizing land is so captivating that you will be stunned once you reach here. This picture-perfect destination is dotted with so many varieties of flowers, known and unknown, that you will be in a subtle state of mind as to which moment should be framed.
To enjoy trekking
Compared to other popular treks at similar altitudes, Valley of Flowers requires less energy. Although the national park is situated at an altitude of about 3658 meters, it is easy to reach and requires 4 to 5 days to traverse it. Q. The journey starts from Govindghat. At Ghangaria, the trek diverges, with one route leading to Gurdwara Hemkunt Sahib and the other leading to the Valley of Flowers.
To literally lose myself in the lap of the Himalayas
Even though travelers are not allowed to camp inside the park, a step inside the wildlife sanctuary is enough to leave you spellbound. On the way to the Valley of Flowers, you will get to see the waterfalls of many waterfalls, seeing which all your fatigue will be removed. The famous mountain ranges of Zanskar and Great Himalayas surround the park.
To seek solitude in India's most beautiful national park
Being a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this biosphere reserve attracts the attention of international travelers. The Valley of Flowers lies in a transition zone between the eastern and western Himalayan flora. Seven restricted-range bird species are endemic to this part of the Endemic Bird Area (EBA) of the Western Himalayas. The trek from Ghangaria towards the Valley of Flowers is dotted with fragrant wild flowers, wild rose bushes and wild strawberries.
To discover untouched biodiversity
More than just a national park, the Valley of Flowers is also a major trek. And this is the reason why different types of travel lovers can visit this place. The valley has three sub-alpine forests which are located at different heights and protect about 500 species of wild flowers. Pairs of endangered animals like Asiatic black bear, blue sheep, red fox and brown bear can be seen walking close to the trekking trail.
To see some high mountain peaks
Nanda Devi, the second highest mountain peak in India, standing at an altitude of 7824 m, can be seen from the Valley of Flowers National Park. Enthusiastic nature lovers can find the presence of this towering and rugged mountain peak complementing the absolute soft vistas of the Valley of Flowers.
Few days back I did Valley of Flowers Trek in which we were 5 people, we enjoyed the trek very much.
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