Trekkers and mountaineers from all over the planet dream of climbing the Himalayan peaks someday. Snow-capped peaks, icy rivers, frozen glaciers, and unique travel destinations- all these make the Himalayas one of the highly desired places among tourists.

Extension

The Himalayas does not only cover India, but it also covers several other countries like Tibet, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, and even China. In India, the Himalayas run through almost 11 states- Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Meghalaya, Assam, and West Bengal.

Climate

The Himalayas play an extensive role when it comes to the Indian climate. It does not allow the extreme cold to reach India and also is responsible for the huge rainfall and fertile soil of North India.

Peaks

The highest peak of the entire planet is located in the Himalayas. Mt. Everest stands at an almighty height. Apart from being the highest Indian peak, Kanchenjunga is also the third highest peak in the entire world. Some other remarkable mention-worthy peaks of the Indian Himalayas are Nanda Devi, Saltoro Kangri, Rimo, Kamet.

Flora and Fauna

The vegetation differs in the Upper and the Lower Himalayas. Pine trees, oak forests, and even grasslands are found extensively in the Himalayas.

Snow Leopard, Himalayan Tahr, Himalayan Yak, etc. are some of the exotic wildlife species that are only found in the Himalayas.

Natural Border

The natural Himalayan barrier separates Tibet from the Indian subcontinent. North India is almost made up of the Himalayas.

Increasing area

Did you know due to the tectonic movements, the area of the Himalayas is gradually increasing? Scientists have observed that the Himalayas are increasing towards the Tibetan region.

Unnatural Yeti tales

Let’s face it, the abode of snow can sometimes be tough for human beings too. After all, it is a dangerous place with hailstorms, avalanches, and all the unknown difficulties. Often people get lost and never return. But these are linked to the tales of Yeti. Yeti is considered to be a snowman who roams in the snow-capped peaks and kills people. However, there is no scientific evidence and without that, the stories of Yeti are the same as that of ghost stories.

The abode of Shiva

Hindu mythology makes the Himalayas the center of their many stories. Such a story exists that Lord Shiva lives in the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kailash. You can find many more bewitching stories in the Shiva Purana.

Not only in the Hindu religion, but you will also find the Himalayas playing some part in Buddhism, Islam as well as Christian religions and find its name in their holy books too.

Some Himalayan Destinations

The Himalayas are an incredible part of Indian tourism. Millions of people flock from all around the world to just catch a glimpse of this living beauty. Manali, Almora, Tawang, Nainital, Shimla deserves some special mention.

The Himalayas are also trekkers’ mecca. Adventurer souls try out their luck in the Himalayas. Roopkund Trek, Chadar Trek, Chopta Chandrashila trek are some of the dreamy treks of the Himalaya