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Nainital-Corbett
Nainital is dotted with
a number of lakes hence has earned the
titlte 'Lake District' of India . The
most prominent of these lakes is Naini
lake surrounded by hills. Other important
lakes in and around are Bhimtal , Sattal
and Naukuchiatal.
You should not miss the reflection in
the waters of Nainital. Observed properly,
you should be able to view the seven hills,
with pretty cottages and villas spread
over them. More beautiful than this however
is the lake at night when the myriads
of lights from the hill sides and quite
a large numbers of them hanging near the
lake’s edge stab their magic light into
its waters.
Jim Corbett National Park
Jim Corbett National Park
had the proud distinction of being chosen
as the venue for the inauguration of Project
Tiger, a successful programme aimed at
the conservation of the critically endangered
Tiger and its habitat. Earlier part of
Uttar Pradesh this National park now comes
under Uttaranchal, the newly created state.
Though the centre of attraction is Royal
Bengal Tiger, the habitat diversity of
this National Park protects a variety
of flora and fauna. There are 110 tree
species, 50 mammals, 580 birds and 25
reptiles.
Declared as a National
Park in 1936, this was called Hailey National
Park but renamed in 1955 as Ramganga National
Park. Finally as an honour to Mr. Jim
Corbett, the hunter turned wildlife conservationist,
this park was named as Jim Corbett National
Park in 1956. This is the first and obviously
the oldest National Park of India. The
visitor can expect mammals like Elephant,
Spotted Deer, Sambar, Wild Boar, Ghoral,
Leopard, Jungle Cat, Fishing Cat, Himalayan
Black Bear, Wild Dog, Blacknaped hare
etc, reptiles like the long-snouted, fish-eating
Gharial Crocodile and the Marsh Crocodile.
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Eco-tour :02
SIKKIM
GANGTOK-DARJEELING-YUMTHANG-MIRIK
Capital of Sikkim, GANGTOK
is built along a ridge to one side of
the River Ranipool and facing towards
the Kanchenjunga range. The participants
would visit the architectural marvels
in the form of monasteries, Orchid Sanctuary
with more than 200 beautiful orchids and
Tsongo Lake at the height of 12200 feet.
Centre of India’s most
celebrated tea growing district, DARJEELING
has possibly the best views of any Indian
hill station. Surrounded by the mighty
Himalayan ranges like Kanchenjunga, Kabru
and Pandim, Darjeeling lives up to the
name that means ‘place of the thunderbolt”.
At the height of about
5800 feet, MIRIK welcomes its guests with
a cool and comfortable climate. The Sumedu
Lake, Tea Gardens, Mirik Monastery and
Pashupati Market together make this place
a tourist’s delight.
Situated at an altitude
of 11800 feet with a close proximity of
Tibet, YUMTHANG is a unique place where
the tree line ends with blooming rhododendrons
and primulas. A number of hot springs
are scattered in this valley providing
an unexpected opportunity to feel the
warmth of the water even in a freezing
temperature. click here for details.
Jeep Safari
LADAKH
The land of Lamas...
A vast highland desert at an altitude of 11500 feet, LEH is the centre of Buddhist culture. The participants would be visiting Thiksey Gompa, Hemis Gompa, Stok Palace, Shanti Stupa and Magnetic Point.
The highest motorable road in the world, KHARDUNGLA is another destination. PANGONG TSO a brackish water lake at an altitude of 14256 feet must be the highest such lake in the world. Interestingly, one third of this lake belongs to India and the remaining water belongs to China. Click here for details.
Mini Expedition
Valley of Flowers
It was in 1931 that Frank Smythe and Holdsworth stumbled on the valley while returning from their successful Kamet expedition. There were "at once transported from a region of solemn austerity to a fairyland of dainty flowers, most of them dwarf, but brilliant in colour". Bustling with beautiful, lively and vibrant colours, this park spread over an area of 87.5 sq. kms. has the largest collection of wild flower species.
As though created by nature itself, the beauty of the park is enhanced by the Pushpawati River flowing in the vicinity overlooked by towering Rataban peak in the background. More than 300 species of wild flowers bloom and swing with life during the monsoons. Also inhabiting the place is the amazing variety of Himalayan butterflies. Hidden from the probing eyes of civilization, this valley had been known to the inhabitants as the Bhyundar Valley, the playground of fairies and nymphs. Legends also associate this valley with the area from where Hanumanji of Ramayana collected "Sanjeevani" herbs to revive Lakshmana, the younger brother of Rama. The valley can be visited only during the day, and overnight stay is prohibited. Click here for details.
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