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::GLACIER OF UTTARAKHAND:: |
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GLACIER IN GARHWAL: |
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| Bander
Punch Glacier: |
| Bandarpoonch
is an exquisite peak in the Western Himalayas of North
India. It stands at the western edge of the High
Himalayan Range where it turns northwest at an altitude
of 20,720’ (6316 m.) and is easily accessible with a
scenic three-day hike. The Southwest ridge offers a
route of moderate difficulty with little technical
climbing. |
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Gangotri Glacier: |
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Gangotri glacier is located in the district of
Uttarkashi in the hill state of Uttarakhand. It is
one of the most important glaciers in Garhwal
region as it is responsible for feeding the head
stream of the holy river Ganga.Gangotri glacier
originates at the northern slope of Chaukhamba
range. It extends to about 28 Km before
terminating at Gaumukh which is 4, 000 meters
above the sea level. It is here at Gaumukh that
the head stream of Ganga begins to flow. |
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Khatling Glacier : |
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This lateral glacier situtated in Tehri district
is the source of river Bhilangna. The glacier is
surrounded by snow peaks of the Jogin 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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Doonagiri Glacer: |
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Dunagiri Glacier is one of the
important glacier of Dhauli Ganga system of
glaciers, where more than 500 glaciers, The
magical land of Uttarakhand in India is a treasure
house of natural splendor and divine beauty.Words
fail to describe the charisma and enchanting
beauty of this north Indian state, replete with
magnificent glaciers, snow-capped mountains,
gigantic peaks, enchanting valleys, skiing slopes
and dense forests. There are innumerable tourist
destinations in Uttarakhand and the Glaciers are
among the major attractions of the region.
Dunagiri Glacier is one of the important glaciers
in Uttarakhand. |
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GLACIER IN KUMAON: |
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| Milam
Glacier : |
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of the main Himalayan range is the 16 km long,
Milam Glacier. It originates from the slope of Kohli and Trishul peaks. It acts as the source for
the Milam river and a tributary of the Pindar
River. |
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Pindari Glacier:
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The Kumaon region in
the State of Uttarakhand has unimaginable natural
beauty waiting to be discovered! The Himalayan
ecology is well conserved here and offers a great
retreat for all nature lovers. The trek to the
Pindari Glacier isamongst the most favourite of
treks in the Kumaon region of the Himalayas.The
trail takes you through some of the most
spectacular landscape one can ever hope to see.
The traditional, remote villages make for a
special attraction for any visitor. At the final
destination, the Pindari Glacier, one is rewarded
with a view that will remain etched in the mind
for life! |
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Sunderdhunga Glacier
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Sunderdhunga literally means valley of
beautiful stones. Sunderdhunga glacier is situated
in the district of Bageshwar within the hill state
of Uttarakhand in India. Other famous glaciers of
Sunderdhunga valley are Maiktoli Glacier (6, 804
M) and Sukhram glacier and main peaks are Tharkot
(6, 100 M), Mrigthuni (6, 856 M), Maiktoli (6, 804
m) and Pawali Dwar (6, 663 m). |
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Kafni Glacier :
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Kafni glacier is situated on the left side of
pindar valley under majestic mountain Nandakot.
This region has its own charm with the solitude it
presents. This region is very rich in wildlife.
There are no rest houses beyond Dwali and one has
to spend nights in tents or caves. Main peaks near
the glacier are Nandakot 6860 meteres.
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Ralam Glacer: |
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Ralam is a beautiful glacier located in Munsiyari
tehsil of Pithoragarh district within Kumaon
region of the hill state of Uttarakhand in
India.This magnificent glacier is situated at an
elevation of 2, 290 meters above the sea level
near Ralam Dhura at Ralam Khal. |
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Namik Glacier :
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word 'Namik' means a place where
saline water springs are present. Namik is a
fascinating glacier cradled in the pristine
environs of Kumaon Himalayas, within the district
of Pithoragarh in the hill state of Uttarakhand in
India.The Namik glacier trek is situated on Kumaon
Himalayas at an attitude of 3,600 mtrs. It is 40
km from Munsiyari and situated at the villages of
Gogina and Namik. |
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