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The
Valley of Flowers is flanked on either side by majestic
peaks, many capped with snow. The Pushpawati river,
emerging from the glacial deposits around Rataban and
Nilgiri ranges, cuts through the Valley and divides it
into two sectors. The major portion of the Valley is on
its right bank and is a paradise for trekkers.
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Many
streams flowing from glacial deposits in and around
the Valley irrigate it and merge finally into the
Pushpawati river. While exploring the Valley, the
smaller streams can be easily crossed by wading across
but the larger ones need to be crossed on log bridges.
In case those have not been put up in time, thick
glacial bridges across the streams also serve the
purpose.
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There
are no side tracks for viewing colonies of flowers
away from the main track so you can either try to wade
Through knee-deep flowers and foliage, crushing some
on the way or stay on the single track running through
the length of the valley without seeing the best. You
may however stand on a raised vantage point to get a
better view of flowers all around. Within the main
Valley; there are many smaller valleys carved out by
streams of melting glaciers. On the banks of these
Valleys, you can encounter the most exciting pattern
of flowers. One such Valley exists along the Donagair
Garh, the last of many streams. On its banks flower
some of the most magnificent plants. |
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Every
moist place holds its quota of glorious flowers which
grace the still air with their subtle fragrance.
On the left bank of the Pushpawati, are several chunks
of flat land. One bf them is called Nag Tal, literally
the place of the venomous serpent - the Nag. It is
believed to be infested with poisonous flowers. These
flowers are bound to cause harm when plucked, crushed
or smelt. Therefore it is advised that visitors should
not pluck flowers. |
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