Valley of Flowers
The Valley of Flowers, an alpine valley in the Himalayas, is a popular destination for botanists, nature lovers, and photographers due to its vibrant meadows and diverse flora, including rare and endangered species like the Brahma Kamal.
The “Valley of Flowers” was discovered in 1931 by three British mountaineers, led by Frank S Smythe, who lost their way and discovered the valley, naming it after its beauty.
Valley of Flowers is a breathtaking destination with over 600 species of exotic flowers, sub-alpine forests, cascading waterfalls, and wild streams. The park is home to rare wildlife species like the gray langur, flying squirrel, Himalayan weasel, black bear, red fox, lime butterfly, snow leopard, and Himalayan monal, all located at an altitude of 3,600 m above sea level.
ATTRACTIONS
Hemkunt Sahib
Joshimath
Joshimath, a town in Chamoli District, Uttarakhand, is a 6,150-foot-tall mountain town known for its Himalayan mountain climbing expeditions, trekking trails, and pilgrim centers like Badrinath.
Nanda Devi National Park
Nanda Devi National Park, established in 1982, is adjacent to the Valley of Flowers and boasts a natural beauty heightened by the Nanda Devi peak.
Hemkunt Lake
Hemkund Sahib is home to a nearby small lake called Hemkund Lake, which is popular among devotees for swimming.
Bheem Pul
Mana Village, 28km from the Valley of Flowers, features a natural stone bridge on the Saraswati river, offering stunning scenery for photos and videos. Mana Village, inhabited by Bhotiyas tribe, is also home to Mahabharat mythology.