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VALLEY OF
FLOWERS
The
Track
The trek towards the Valley begins at Govind Ghat, after crossing
 the Alaknanda river on a hanging bridge. The zig-zag mule
track straightens through an ascending valley of terraced fields and vegetation. In the midst, Laxman Ganga tumbles down in a
haste to join the Alaknanda. 3 kms. further is the small, pretty hamlet, Pulna. Beyond this, the trek becomes more exciting -
the Laxman Ganga becomes swifter,and betweenthe green, rocky mountains, you can catch a glimpse of snow-clad peaks.
The 7 kms. trail from Pulna to Bhyundar village is full of nature's scenic splendours including cascading waterfalls and cold
water springs. Shrubs and wild roses grow abundantly and Rhododendrons colour the area with pink and dark red. Small wayside
tea stalls run all across the route and young and enthusiastic tourist guides can be engaged at Bhyundar village. After
 resting awhile here, the trek on the right bank of the Laxman Ganga continues through the rich vegetation till a log bridge,
supported on huge boulders, is reached. Crossing over to the left bank now, the trail becomes steeper and harder and 2 kms.
from here, you will reach Ghanghria, the base camp for treks to Valley of Flowers and Hernkund Sahib.
Since camping and overnight stay Is not allowed in the Valley of Flowers, Ghanghria is the logical base camp for the trek.
Travel beyond Ghanghria is on foot at Nature's pace since the entry of ponies is prohibited. The trek is subject to
strict ecological discipline and the trekker is expected to be concerned about the ecosystern of the region.
After crossing a
log bridge over the Laxman Ganga, 3 kms. from Ghanghria. the route of the Valley of Flowers separates from that going to
Hernkund Sahib.The Laxman Ganga joins  the Pushpawati river 400
mtrs. downstream.
The trek continues along Pushpawati. A couple of kilometres ahead, the river is crossed overto its right bank on another
bridge and this trail goes upto the Valley of Flowers. Snow bridges can be seen spanning the river but their strength should
be properly judged if they are to be used to cross the river.
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