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136 Himalayan Mountain Peaks Opened For Mountaineering/Trekking
I am excited and thrilled at the same time regarding the proposal to open 136 mountain peaks for mountaineering and trekking in all the Himalayan states. These mountain peaks are located in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Sikkim to people desirous of obtaining Mountaineering Visa (MX) for climbing and trekking on these mountain peaks. For a while now the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) was trying to get these peaks opened for mountaineering/trekking. This is fabulous news for someone who is not into mainstream climbing but looking for raw adventure and a thrill of unknown. I am sure most of us travel into Himalayas to escape the city life;…
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Hampta Pass Trek | Pir Panjal Range | Himalayas
Hampta Pass is one the most beautiful, pristine, awe-inspiring and dramatic crossover treks you can do in the Kullu region of Himachal Pradesh. The trek has derived its name from Hampta Village. It lies on the Pir Panjal range in the Himalayas. It is a small corridor between Lahaul’s Chandra Valley and Kullu valley of Himachal Pradesh. It offers breathtaking views of the two valleys. You start from the lush green Kullu Valley and finish the trek in the desert Valley of Lahaul. From the top, you can witness the stark difference between the two valleys. This pass is frequently used by shepherds of the lower Himalayas, seeking high altitude…
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Perumal Trek, Kodaikanal: Treks in Tamil Nadu
Located in Kodaikanal, a hill town of southern Indian state Tamil Nadu, Perumal Trek is a must-visit for all the trekking enthusiasts. When the trekking in India is concerned, people often travel to the Himalayas. The peaks in southern India are often forgotten. Hence, Perumal trek is also such trek where people usually don’t go. Perumal trek, a part of the Western ghats, has beautiful sceneries. It leaves a person spellbound with its enormous beauty. Besides, it is one of the highest peaks in the Premammalian hills. In addition to this, travelers can also enjoy the enthralling journey. You can also have the breath-taking view of the Nilgiri Hills from…
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3 Health Problems You Might Face While Trekking, And How To Fix Them
Of lately, trekking is being adopted by many especially the urban clad individuals as a means to rejuvenate themselves from the treacherous lifestyle of the corporate culture and also to distant themselves from the tech gadget environment they are surrounded with 24×7. If interested you can have a quick read of our Why Trekking is Ruling the World in Mental Peace and Serenity blog to know why trekking is ruling the world. But walking along the aisle of treks is not a red carpet walk. You might be a great problem solver in your corporate community or personal life, but trekking has its own share of hurdles which might challenge your…
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Steve Jobs of the Hiking Industry
It’s important to learn from your mistakes, but it is BETTER to learn from other people’s mistakes, and it is BEST to learn from other people’s successes. It accelerates your own success. -Jim Rohn Hi Trekkers and Hikers, Welcome back to yet another chapter of motivation, courage, and inspiration. Don’t get discouraged to read further, because I assure you of zero oration or harangue sessions ahead. Going by the words of Jim Rohn, I will guilelessly acquaint with the individuals who because of their illustrious acts can easily be tagged as the Steve Jobs of the hiking industry. And I am sure that their debut in your life as a…
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7 Little Changes That’ll Make a Big Difference In Your Trekking
I cannot say whether things will get better if we change; what I can say is they must change if they are to get better. —Georg C. Lichtenberg If you have trekked through my one of the previous blogs titled Why Trekking is Ruling the World in Mental Peace and Serenity? And are planning to equate your lifestyle to that of Peter of my story, hold on. Hold on, because, on this trek of words, (emphasizing on the small in size but big in impact changes) I will cement your physical and mental endurance in a way that your first ever trekking experience will be a preeminent and jostling one…
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Nanda Devi East Trek: Treks in Uttarakhand
Nanda Devi Trek is India’s second highest peak and one of the major attractions for trekkers around the world. This trekking adventure takes the trekkers to the unapproachable basin named Nanda Devi Sanctuary.Digging deep into its historical and spiritual significance, Nanda Devi is the name of a goddess that signifies “Bliss giving goddess”. It being the gigantic ring of high mountains, brings the sacred Garhwal at its backdrop. Moreover, it brings a lot of opportunities for the mountaineers as well as the trekkers which makes it the best trek of India. Important features about Nanda Devi East Base Camp Trek Altitude: 4450 m or 14,600 ft Duration: 14 Days Trek…
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Why Trekking is Ruling the World in Mental Peace and Serenity?
Sam and Peter are two buddies working in the same organization and at par with each other in terms of their professional ranking. But there is a clear difference between the two that is reflected in their behavioral pattern and conduct towards others. But why? Sam works day and night for all the professional awards and accolades. He even gets social, but for the hidden benefit of professional growth. Whereas Peter has fixed his working hours and delivers equally good results. But his non-office hours are for himself as an individual and for his close-knit family. Peter spend his “me only time hiking or trekking. He treks along the trails…
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Trekking: Expectations Vs. Reality
What screws us up the most in life is the picture in our head of what it’s supposed to be. ― Jeremy Binns The above quote by Jeremy Bins sums up my entire write-up in just one line. But still, I used it as an opening note rather than a conclusion, just to create and maintain the much-needed intrusiveness in the mind of the readers till the end-note. Often we the trekkers (me being no exception) or the hikers create or had created a picture of how our trekking or hiking would be like, even much before taking our first step. And we plan out our expectations so perfectly in…
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The Hooker Valley Track, Mount Cook/ Aoraki National Park
The combined track of Hooker Valley Track, Mount Cook/ Aoraki National Park is the place for everyone, either a beginner or an experienced hiker. You can choose this track for overall best hiking experience. The tracks are the mix of an adventurous steep path as well as a simple easy passageway. Location of the Hooker Valley Track, Mount Cook/ Aoraki National Park The location of Mount Cook/ Aoraki National Park is in the Southern Island of New Zealand. Due to its geographical diversity and rich flora, the place is considered as Protected under the Department of conservation. It is the highest peak in New Zealand. The Hooker Valley Track is…