Does happiness blossom within, every time you see a flower? If yes, then Valley of Flowers is your trek to hit the trail. Seeing a Valley full of flowers, your happiness will pour out in Monsoon. Nestled in North Chamoli and Pithoragarh of Uttarakhand state, the valley emerges most color full during monsoon.
The trek is a moderate one situated at an altitude of 10,000 ft. Thus it's a great opportunity as very rare treks give you a chance to witness such a majestic Himalayan Ranges at this height. This place also holds a mythological story: According to the Hindu traditions, the Sanjeevni herb that gave life to Lord Ram’s brother, Laxman, also has its origin here. Thus it also helps the visitors grow close to the mythological history.
This valley is famous for its charming meadows and alpine flowers. Monsoon is the peak season to hop on this trek as there is a shower of flowers, that are full of blossom. Just as the sun breaks its way through the clouds, you will see each flower being revealed slowly as the clouds walk by your way. This surreal moment makes it to the bucket list of trekkers.
July, August, and September are the best Monsoon months to hit this trail as you get to stroll on the longest veil of flowers, which is more than 8kms long and 2kms wide. A narrow path with mist in front of you leads your way to Paradise. The mist floating between the mountains and path creates a mystery of what's ahead to explore and thus you always look forward to going ahead more. These misty vibes refresh your mind and engage you more on the trek.
You are captured by the bushes all around. By the time you embrace one flower and cherish the feeling, the valley brings you another beauty to admire. The valley has more than 600 species of flowers to offer you like Brahmakamal, Blue Popey, Coba Lily, etc. Not only in color but also in different shapes, sizes, textures, and smells. A cool mountain breeze brings along a scent you never had off. It's also home to various exotic and rare birds.
The unseen blossom type
This trek also takes you to 'Hemkund Sahib', a gurudwara located beside a blue lake giving all the aesthetic vibes. It is located at a height of 14,000 ft. which allows you to have a panoramic view of the whole Valley of Flowers.
Gurudwara by the Hemkund Sahib
Nature pours out its love during Monsoon and offers a great photo booth for all travelers. The valley goes through a dense forest accompanied by the Pushpawati River beside and thus you will witness various bridges, glaciers, and waterfalls on your way, giving a magical vibe. These scenic beauties keep washing your tiredness.
The popularity of this trek sets a high bar, as in 2002 it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Indian government created the Valley of Flowers National Park in 1980, which is now emerging as one of the most desired destinations in the Himalayas. Trekkers from all over the world fly over to explore the beauty of this trek.
So, if your answer was 'no' to the first line of this blog, then it will surely change once you hop on the trek.