Roopkund Trek- Skeleton Lake trek, the flame of mystery.

For all those who crave to bathe with the lullaby simmering inside the glacial lake of Himalaya. And also for those who want to chase some mystery, this uninhabited area is better. And is situated in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand state at an altitude of 5029 meters. Roopkund Skeleton Lake Trek covered with ice for most of the year. And wrapped up with India’s beautiful and largest high altitude meadows. Roopkund skeleton lake trek is the best summer trek in Indian Himalaya.

Ali and Bedni bugyal trek which rapidly take you to fantabulous alpine stretches and when your heart still beating fast to dig gold out of the heavenly. Roopkund trekking trip you can lift up your bones and spirits as two splendid mountain peaks are ready to hug you with their brilliance throughout the journey named “ Mt Trishul(7120m) & Mt Nandagunti(6310m)”. Along with the grand chaukhamba range, neelkanth peeth, kedarnath, kedar dome, and several others will serve you the right amount of narcotic dose.

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Now a question arises here – what makes this roopkund trek terrain so unusual?

Is it the icy mountains?  green sedative meadows? Is it the quiet pearls of snow?  the wild animals?

The answer lies 15,750 ft high away from those green forests, away from your comfortable base camps. And when your naked eyes suddenly and, unexpectedly touch the sight of almost 400 human bones. And skeletons all scattered, spread down in silence not only on land. But swimming inside the lake to making the atmosphere dramatic and thrilling.

At once you will not believe that how come these once-living bodies are resting in peace since 9thcentury as believed. Yet it gives a feeling as if they are chatting with each other. And also converse with you and ask thousands of questions. if you sit at night time with locals surely your skin going to be colder than the temperature as their strange. And bizarre stories will make your goosebumps go freeze and the strange gale that blows over.

The Roopkund skeleton lake summer trek which is about 2 meters deep will confirm your belief on infinite and scary stories told by the people but don’t worry your heart, as your respiration is going to be safe around the bonfire. Due to this reason, Roopkund lake trek also called “skeleton lake “.

If you have a strong attraction towards the supernatural, you can also stick on the whole night adding some spice into that. Apart from the beliefs researchers and scientists discovered that the skeletons are the remains of people who got killed in a violent hailstorm in the 9th century. And they couldn’t find a place to protect themselves as the nearby village was 35 km away.

Highlights of the Roopkund summer Trek

Though scientists vary in their research and findings for adventurers the vibes are the same i.e. adrenaline rush at the highest. You have to climb and walk over slippery snow to reach the top of the Roopkund Skeleton Lake Trek full of mystery and thrill. Besides this, a roopkund trek within the densest oak forests over 3000ft above Wan awaits anxiously. And a climb to junargali a ridge beyond and higher than Roopkund Trek.

Nothing comes in between you. And the Mount Trishul when you stand tall on the top of junargali at 16,000 ft.  Your heart will skip a beat when you will see the divine beauty of mount trishul. And the surroundings full of vivid colors and a story to tell. Not only has the breathtaking and sheer beauty of the place mesmerized you. But the smell of beautiful and religious festivals too.

One such is held at the alpine meadow of bedni bugyal every autumn with other villages taking part in it. And a larger celebration Nanda Devi raj Jat takes place once every 12 years at roopkund in which goddess Nanda is worshipped. The place is enchanting, picturesque, naturally luxurious and all set to fill your heart up to sanctity.

Written By – Ayushi Pal

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Roopkund Trek Photo Journey 

Roopkund Trekking trail is different from the other treks in Uttarakhand. The Roopkund lake is situated between the skeleton lake. And the skeletons in the lake are visible during the month of August, September, October. The roopkund trekking trail is famous for the Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra.

As you climb on the height, the majestic peaks in the surroundings are always thrilling. The clear blue sky on top of the Roopkund Trek summit is worth the difficult climb. The Roopkund lake trek is most popular with the picturesque view of the campsites, wide meadows and different taste of the adventure trekking.

The dark blue sky and the view of the Mt. Trishul, Nanda Ghunti, Chaukhamba, Neelkanth, Gangotri range makes Roopkund Lake Trek a great hike. Here we list out the Photo Journey of Roopkund Trek with the day wise campsites

 

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Roopkund Lake Trek in Uttarakhand Himalaya

The one who loves to go on an adventure full of mysteries. Must go on the trekking route of Roopkund trek in Uttarakhand Himalaya. It has immense beauty of nature, high mountains, low valleys, glistening rivers, deepest forests, vast pastures, and also beautiful views. Indian Himalayan Mountain is an incomparable range that also attracts trekkers from worldwide. One such trekking trail that is the dream of every trekker is Roopkund lake trek, that’s why it is also known for favorite trek amongst all the trekking spots.

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Roop kund lies in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand state. Roopkund is at a height of 5029m (approx 16499 feet) in the lap of Trishul massif. Roopkund also known as Mystery and Skeletons. The lake has attracted attention because of the human skeletal remains that are visible at its bottom when the snow melts.

Apart from these, Roopkund trek is also surrounded by snow-covered mountains and glaciers. Trekkers can spot the snow leopards, Himalayan Black bear, chir pheasants and notice the myriad flower all along the trek. Roopkund, perhaps the most famous trek of Uttarakhand Himalaya, is almost picture-perfect.

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Highlights of the Roopkund skeleton lake Trek

The spectacular view of the Mt Trishul is getting closer as you climb higher when at a ridge above Roopkund. Only air separates the trekker from them and Trishul. Throughout the trekking trail to Roopkund, one can see the magnificent views of Mt. Trishul and Mt. Nandagunti. Apart from these, you see the imposing Chaukhamba range, Neelkanth peak, Kedarnath, Kedar Dome and also several other high risers on the Roopkund trekking trail.
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In this route, one will find many small villages that grow the farm of apple, peach, plum, potatoes and many more. Trekkers get a chance to stay in the mud and stone built houses. The route leading to the Roopkund lake passes through the meadows like the Bedni Bugyal and Ali Bugyal (Asia’s largest meadows). Bedni bugyal which is just 200 meters and is a very large alpine meadow. It surrounded by the thick forest of Brich, Deodhar, Apple orchards and also walnut trees. The surface of these bugyals covered with natural green grass, walking through the Ali Bugyal. Trekkers can see the white Nanda Ghunti and Trishul peak on the east.

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Some of the prominent peaks one can see from this point are Chaukhamba, Maktoli, Neelkantha and also kedarnath.
If you are going to Roopkund trek you must know these amazing things about the view/spot and temples you going to see.
1. Mount Trishul considered to be lord Shiva himself and a trek to Roopkund is along the massif of Mount Trishul.
2. Mount Nanda Ghunti which is next to Mount Trishul considered to be Goddess Parvathi (wife of Lord Shiva). From Bhagwabasa, one can also get a glimpse of both the peaks.
3.Kallu Vinayak -Also called kevalam Vinayak en route to Roopkund is a small Ganesha temple.
4.Karthikeye temple which can be seen while returning to wan from Bedni.

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About Temperature

The temperature in summer:
Days 15° to 20° C and Night 4°to 7°C.
At Bhagwabasa days 5° to 10° C and night 3° to -2° C

The temperature in winters:
Day 13° to 20° C and Night 2° to 7° C
At Bhagwabasa Days 3° to 10° C and Night 3° to -4° C.

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So don’t have a second thought for trekking in the land of Lords (Roopkund). And just take a trek to a mysterious lake that hid human and horse skeletons for centuries, that holds together the stunning serenity. And also some serious secrets of the Uttarakhand Himalayan mountains.
I must say “let’s dance on the edge of a mysterious lake.”

Written by – Kalpana Rathore