Valley Of Flowers - Rich In Flora And Fauna
Valley Of Flowers - Rich In Flora And Fauna
The Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand is carpeted with over 300 flower species, making it among paradisiacal places to travel in India. This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, located at an altitude of 3,858 meters above sea level. Today, this heavenly hideout is on the bucket list of avid travellers, and trekkers too; owing to its treacherous yet fascinating route. The Valley of Flowers trek is taken by both beginners and professionals and is awaited through the year.
Best time to visit: July to September
How to reach:
• By air: Nearest Airport to Valley of Flowers is Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun This airport is connected to major cities like Delhi.
• By rail: Haridwar Junction Railway Station is the nearest railway station from Valley of Flowers
• By road: The Valley of Flowers if majorly accessed via roads and trekking routes. Govindghat on Badrinath Highway serves as a base camp for trekkers coming here.
Attractions: Govindghat, the National Park, Hemkund Sahib, Nanda Devi National Park, and Pushpawati River.
Average Temperature: 16 to 18 degree celsius
Restaurants: Bhavishay Kedar, Ghangaria, Hemkund Sahib