
Roopkund
Overview
Region :- Uttarakhand
Duration :- 8 Days
Grade :- Moderate To Difficult
Max Altitude :- 15,696 Ft.
Approx Trekking Km :- 53 Kms.
Roopkund (Skeleton Lake) is a snow lake located in Chamoli district of the state of Uttarakhand, India, which is famous for its over five hundred human skeletons found on its shores.
This place is uninhabited and is situated at an altitude of about 5029 m (16499 ft) on the Himalayas.
The Roopkund trek can also be called Skeleton Trek due to the presence of different skeletons in and around the lake.
The lake is surrounded by snow clad mountains and rock- strewn glaciers.
There after the trek takes its way along the Pindar River.this is the best trek
Enjoy camping in bugyal and the clean night sky under the billions of stars. Also, enjoy a small bonfire with your friends and meet the local people here and share a cup of tea while you learn about their culture
While they were on the way to Homkund, Nanda Devi became thirsty, so Lord Shiva created a lake, for the goddess to drink water, named BediniKund. Later in the travel, for Nanda Devi to freshen up, Lord created another lake and that got the name Roopkund (Roop – Beauty, Kund- Lake).
About bedini bugiyal
Bedini Ali bugiyal is asias most beautiful bugiyal
According to ancient beliefs, it is said that Lord Ved Vyasa composed the Vedas at this place.
Because at such a place Lord Ved Vyas ji has composed the Vedas. Due to which this place got its name
There is a small bedni Kund in Bedini Bugyal which has a temple of Ved Vyas ji and also a temple of Nanda Devi Mata.
During the Nanda Devi Yatra, people bathe in this. Kund
There is also a stone rock on the edge of this pool.
About the Destination:
A trek to Mystery Lake of Uttarakhand i.e. Roopkund Lake is a must-do for an avid trekker! Battling several adversities common to the Himalayas, this water body perched in the laps of the snow-clad Mt. Trishul is situated at an altitude of 16,499ft.
Most attractive for the human skeletons lying at the bottom of the lake, which are distinctly visible when the snow melts, the lake is swarmed by the plenitude of visitors.
The route along the Roopkund trek is a fascinating journey of discovering the most pristine of the Himalayan contribution of oak and blooming rhododendron forests. A moderate trek, the trek trailsthrough mountainous rivers, enthralling ridges, lush forests and scenic meadows.
Roopkund Trek Highlights:
- Feast your eyes as you see the gurgling brooks, breath-taking campsites during this amazing Roopkund trek.
- Enjoy camping near the cascading water and the clean night sky under the billions of stars. Also, enjoy a small bonfire with your friends.
- Trek through some of the most alpine and forests of fir, Rhododendron, and Oak.
- Get a chance to witness the rare flora and fauna of this region as you continue your trek.
- Feast your eyes at the majestic view of the Mt Trishul looms over the place as you continue climbing
- Enclosed by mountains, this is the perfect place for taking some amazing photographs.
- Admire the imposing Chaukhamba range, Neelkanth peak, Kedarnath, Kedar Dom.
- Spend some time staring at the might white peaks and pass through the small streams on your way.
- And also meet the local people here and share a cup of tea while you learn about their culture.
Quick Facts:
Temperature: Day: 13 to 18°C and Night: -5 to 7°C
Trekking Distance: 53km
Maximum Altitude: 16,499 ft
Difficulty Level: Moderate To Difficult
Railway Station: Kathgodam Railway station is the nearest railway station
Base Camp: wan
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