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::KHATLING GLACIER:: |
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Khatling
glacier is located in the district of Tehri in the hill state
of Uttarakhand. Khatling is an important glacier of Garhwal
Himalayas which is the source of river Bhilangna. The icy
glacier of Khatling is surrounded by magnificent snow capped
Himalayan peaks such as Jogin group (6466m), Sphetic Pristwar
(6905m), Barte Kauter (6579m) Kirti Stambh (6902m) and Meru. |
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General Informaition |
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Location: |
Tehri
district of Uttarakhand state in India |
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Altitude: |
4, 717
meters ASL |
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Attractions: |
Glacier |
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What
To Do: |
Trekking; Viewing surrounding peaks |
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Best
Time to Visit: |
Mid May
to mid-October |
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This
lateral glacier situated in Tehri district is the source of
river Bhilangna. The glacier is surrounded by snow peaks of
the Join group (6466 m), Sphetic Pristwar (6905 m), Barte
Kauter (6579 m), Kirti Stambh (6902 m) and Meru. The moraines
on the side of the glaciers look like standing walls of gravel
mud. |
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The trek
which starts from Ghuttu is easily approachable by motor from
Dehradun, Tehri, Mussoorie and the Rishikesh railhead. One has
to trek about 45 km and pass through remote villages with
thick kharsao forest and wide open beautiful lush |
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Trek to
Khatling Glacier (45 Km)
The trek to Khatling glacier starts from a place called Ghuttu.
Ghuttu is easily approachable by road from places like
Dehradun, Rishikesh, Mussourie and Tehri. The trek, which is
about 45 km long, passes through small villages and hamlets of
Garhwal, and thick Kharsao forests. Occasional encounters with
wide grassy meadows are sure to leave anyone spellbound. |
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Upon
entering the picturesque Bhilangna valley, one can easily find
a number of spots suited for camping. It should be kept in
mind that tents and other camping essentials are required to
be arranged well in advance from Rishikesh, Tehri or Dehradun. |
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How To Reach
By road, the base camp of Ghuttu is well connected by
motorable road with important destinations of the region like
Tehri (64 Km) and Rishikesh (147 Km). From Ghuttu one has to
first trek to Khatling which is about 45 Km away via Reeh,
Gangi, Kalyani and Bhelbagi. Nearest railhead is Rishikesh and
nearest airport is Jolly Grant of Dehradun. |
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Glaceir Trek |
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