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 The
Himalayan, the "abode of snows", extends
from Assam in eastern India west to Afghanistan. It is a chain of
the highest and youngest mountains on earth and it encompasses a
region of deep religious and cultural traditions and an amazing
diversity of people. A trek in Himalaya is a
special and rewarding mountain holiday.
Trekking in India will take you through a country that has
captured the imagination of mountaineers and explorers for more than
100 years. You will meet people in remote mountain villages whose
lifestyle has not changed in generations. Most people trust
foreigners.
Many of the values
associated with a hiking trip at home do not have the same
importance during a trek in India. Isolation is traditionally a
crucial element of any wilderness experience but in India it is
impossible to get completely away from people, except for short
times or at extremely high elevations. Environmental concerns must
include the effects of conservation measures on rural people and the
economic effects of tourism on indigenous populations.
Trekking does not
mean mountain climbing. While the ascent of a Himalayan peak may be
an attraction for some, you need not have such a goal to enjoy a
trek. As far as most people are concerned, trekking always refers to
walking on trails.
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Himalayan
Tours