Best Hill Stations of Maharastra are Mahabaleshwar, Lonavala, Matheran, Lavasa etc. aslo there are many more places to visit but most favorite places are these. Among them Mahabaleshwar and lonavala is most popular hillstation. Matheran is at different location so you need to go saperate for it. You can plan your trip and include Mahabaleshwar, Lonavala and Lavasa in your tour itinerary. You need atleast 5-6 days for these 3 hillstation visit. Winter is most preferable season because weather is very nice during november to febuary and aslo you can see awesome greenary after monsoon season. Maharashtra Tourism is very good option for getting informations about all hillstations and also for book packages too.
I will share you my tour itinerary for Mahabaleshwar, Lonavala and Lavasa via Mubai but before that i will tell about all Hillstations
Mahabaleshwar :
Mahabaleshwar is small town in satara district. Mahabaleshwar is located at Sahyadri mountain range of Western Ghats. The highest peak mountain of Mahabaleshwar is around 4720 ft. Mahabaleshwar is source of Krishna river. Krishna river flows across Maharashtra, Telangana, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. Mahabaleshwar climate is idel for strawberry. So Mahabaleshwar contributes 85% of strawberry of country. In Mahabaleshwar there is a heavy rainfall during monsoon season. Mahabaleshwar is also known as new candidate the Wettest place in the World. Mumbai to Mahabaleshwar distance is around 250-260 km and from pune it is around 120 km.
Mahabaleshwar is major tourist spot in Maharashtra.
Places to Visit in Mahabaleshwar :
- Venna Lake
- Sunset Point
- Elphinstone Point
- Wilson Point
- Pratapgad fort
- Shree Mahabaleshwar temple
Lavasa :
Lavasa is a city which was planned near pune and also its a private city. It was based on Portofino town which is in Italy. Lavasa city project was ceased in 2010 because it violated an environment rules. In current progress 2 town was ongoing out of 5 town. Lavasa is built in between hills of the Western Ghat but also it is more than 300 spices of animals, birds and fauna is in denger. Lavasa city view is really scenatic surrounded by mountains and lake view is awesome. In Lavasa also a theme park was planned around 65 acres. And also Lavasa planned a own University. There is a controversies for Lavasa city in Land acquisition, Quarrying, Environmental Damage, Use of Water resources, Accusations of Nepotism etc. Now a days there are very low tourist may visit Lavasa because of these controversies. Boating and train ride is only attraction during these days in Lavasa. So nothing much to do in lavasa now a days untill it open fully.
Lonavala :
Lonavala is another popular hillstation of Maharashtra in pune district. Lonavala is famous for Chikki a hard candy made with different types and flavours.Lonavala means ' Series of Caves '.
Places to visit in lonavala
- Carla Caves
- Bhaja Buddhist caves
- Lonavala Lake
- Duke's nose
- Tigers leap etc.
Tour Itinerary for Mahabaleshwar , Lavasa, Lonavala Trip :
Well i share my own trip itinerary starts from Mumbai and end to Mumbai
Day 1 : Arrived at Mumbai Airport or Railway Station and go to the Pune via tempo traveller. We stay in Pune Novotel Hotel becasue in Mahabaleshwar the resort prices are too high so we plan to stay in pune. Stay leisure day in pune. Also you can visit famous Ganpati Temple in Pune name Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir. Ganesh Temple pune is very nice and must visit. In evening you can visit some good restaurant in pune or enjoy latenight in bar or pubs.
Day 2 : After breakfast we leave for Mahabaleshwar and visit different points of mahabaleshwar for full day. Later back to the pune at evening or late night.
Day 3 : After breakfast we leave for Lavasa and back to pune in evening. By reaching back pune early we go for street shopping in Pune and had a wonderful street shopping option very cheap and good quality.
Day 4 : After breakfast checkout Pune hotel we leave for Lonavala in between to Mumbai. We see 2-3 points at Lonavala buy some Chikki for home and reach Mumbai in early Evening time . We stay in Ramada Hotel Juhu Beach Mumbai. At evening we take some snakes at Juhu beach food stalls and go for street shopping in Mumbai .
Day 5 : Morning is leisure in mumbai go to Juhu beach in the evening go to the bandstand area in Bandra mumbai. If you have time then go for shopping or leisure for a day.
Day 6 : Leave to your destination from Mumbai airport or Railwaystation.
Best time to visit Mahabaleshwar, Lonavala and Lavasa is after Monsoon in November to February.
You can stay at Lonavala for 1 day and cover more places of lonavala if you want. Mumbai is optional to stay for 2 nights. You can stay one night and second day you leave to your destination. But i must say that stay in mumbai and go for street shopping. You can also add Khandala for 1 -2 night stay in your itinerary. But as i say early in peak season the hillstation resorts price are too high so plan as per your requirements and expensis.
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Mount Abu is one of the most popular hill station for North Gujarati Peoples. It is located in Rajasthan in Pindwara in Aravalli range. It is very near to North Gujarat border so it is best nearest place for people of north Gujarat. Also it is near to famous Ambaji Temple of Gujarat. It is located in Sirohi district. Total population of Mt Abu is around 23000. It is at 4000 ft height from sea level.
Most attractions of Mount Abu :
- Nakki Lake
- Dilwara Temple
- Toad Rock
- Sunset Point
- Guru Shikhar
- Achalgarh Fort
- Honeymoon Point
- Champa Cave
- Museum Mount Abu
Nakki Lake :
Nakki lake is also known as Nakki Jheel. Nakki lake is first man made lake in India. Lake situated and surrounded between the Aravalli Mountains . From the top its looks beautiful. In nakki lake boating is allowed in morning and evening. In winter the lake freez by cold and its really amazing to see.
Nakki Lake Boating Price and Time :
Boating experience is also amazing in nakki lake. You can drive a paddle boat by own. They charge approx 600 per person may be for 1 hour boating.
Guru Shikhar :
Guru Shikhar is the heighest peak of Aravalli range. Guru shikhar height around 1720 mt from sea level. People do some trekking experience here for climbing and down trek too. Amazing flora and fauna sites during trek in this area. Also to Gurushikar you can drive a car and little steps at the end. Amazing view of aravalli mountains seen from here.
Toad Rock :
Toad rock is must visit for tourist because from this point you can see beautiful panoramic view of Mount Abu. The rock shape like toad so its called toad rock.
Dilwara Temple :
Dilwara temple 3 km from Mount abu. It is famous for its use of marble and amazing architech . My last visit to Dilwara temple they don't allow camera inside so i can't capture images but its a must visit place as if you are interested in heritage.
Sunset Point :
Sunset point is definately must visit point to view a beautiful sunset with high end horizons. Beautiful climate and panoramic view of Mount abu seen from here. This is beautiful spot for nature lovers and couples to enjoy stunning evening in mount abu.
Well These are major attraction of Mount Abu. Also there are many other places to visit in Mount abu. Mount Abu is most favorite destination for Nort Gujarat peoples because its plesant atmosphear and very near to Gujarat border.
Lots of good Hotels in Mount Abu to stay with family. We stay at Jaipur House or Jaipur palace. Good hotel to stay if you like heritage look. Rooms are quite good but its in your budget. Also top on hills so you can enjoy beautiful top view of Nakki lake and city. Also some cottage and houses are on rent so its good option too. We stay at house 3 BHK with garden and also away from city so its a good option if you don' t want to stay in city area.
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Hill Stations Of Uttarakhand
Nainital Hill Station, Uttarakhand : Nainital is one of the most popular hill station in India. It is located in Kumaon hills Uttarakhand. Nainital is about 6350 ft above from sea level.Nainital city is set in a valley. In the valley there is a lake in eye shape approx 2 miles and surrounded by mountains. From the top of mountains you can see megnificent view of Himalayas. Best time to visit Nainital is March to Jun.
Myth About Naini Lake : Naini Lake is very famous in Nainital. Here Lord Shiva performed Tandav with Parvati's Body. Meanwhile the charred body parts fell out on earth and at Naini lake the eye of Devi Sati fell thats why the lake looks like eye shape. Naini lake is one of the 51 sakti peeths. Nainital is surrounded by mountains Ayarpata, Hanibani, Devpata, Chini, Ladiya Kanta, Alma and Sher ka Danda. Among all Chini mountain is heighest around 8560 ft. Famous places to visit in Nainital are Naini Lake, Himalayan Darshan, Eco zone, Naina Peak, Pt. G B pant High altitude zoo., Nainital Yacht club, Naina Devi Temple etc.
Lakes In Nainital :
There are total 7 lakes in Nainital.
- Sattal Lake
- Bhimtal Lake
- Khurpa tal Lake
- Naukuchiatal Lake
- Kamal tal
- Garud Tal
- Sariyatal
Sattal region is very famous for birding. Sattal lake is group of seven lakes. For birding in Uttarakhand sattal is very famous. Its a bird paradise place and found lots of different spices of birds. In lakes you can enjoy boat ride for one hour. In naini lake boating experience is amazing because its a clean water and also a surrounding mountain view is amazing. Poeple of Nainital are very friendly and co operative. You can also buy warm cloths from here with wide range.
Mussoorie Hill Station, Uttarakhand
Mussoorie is the hill station located in Dehradun District. It is just 35 km from Dehradun. Mussoorie is located in Garhwal Himalayan range. Height of Mussoorie hill station is around 6575 ft. There is snow range on Northeast of Mussoorie and to the south there is a doon valley. Mussoorie is also known as The Queen of Hills.
Well the road Dehradun to Mussoorie hill station is very hilly area. Mountain seekness is common here for tourist. Till today i go through that hills twice one when i go to mussoorie hill station and second when i went to Har ki Dun. The 35 km of hill road is very dangerous and i never seen these hilly area in my life. Its a snake walk like road zig zag . For places to Mussoorie hill station you must visit Camel's Back Road, Gun Hills, Kempty Falls, Nahata Estate, Lake Mist, Mussoorie Lake, Bhatta falls,Jwalaji Temple , Lal Tibba, Mall Road etc.
You can see amazing campty fall or water fall from heights. Thats the beauty of Mussoorie. Amazing view of water fall and look at the roads a zig zag road make this hill station one of the best.
You can plan Mussoorie and Nainital Trip together. Start from Mussoorie and end to Nainital. From Mussoorie to Nainital you can visit Haridwar and also Rishikesh the holy places in between. You can stay 2-3 days to Mussoorie and also 2-3 days in Nainital to cover all major attractions.
Nearest airport to Nainital is Pantnagar but you can take connecting flight from Delhi for pantnagar. Also you can take Train from Delhi. For Mussoorie nearest airport is Dehradun. Also you can take train from Delhi to Dehradun too. By selecting train from Delhi that cuts your expenses. But it may long your trip duration too.
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Matheran is a hill station in state of Maharashtra. It is also a smallest hill station in India. It is on a height about 2625 ft.I visit matheran on 7th july 2012 the monsoon season in india.When i visit matheran for 3 days its heavy rain during all days.But in a rainy season u can see splendid beauty of nature and green lands.
In Matheran you can not get ur car inside the area covered or main gate.You can walk through ur hotel or also a Horse (cab) u can take.Rates of horse r highly priced.Best way to go to Matheran is get train or flight to Bombay and hire taxi to matheran. Some attraction points in matheran is eco-point,Alexander point,garden etc. But all r same to my view. Overall a good hill station for 2-3 days.
During monsoon season there is also a problem to go to some points where you can get best mountains view. There is red sand road which are very slippery in monsoon and during rain. You need to carry umbrella whenever you go outside hotel. Travel by horse ride is little bit expensive. Hotels are quite good and budget rates. When i go to matheran i had not search hotels and we book hotel at when we reach matheran. If you really want to enjoy the views of hill station then go after monsoon season during october to december when you can get greenary and best weather too.
Gear Used : Canon 1000 D with Canon 18-55 mm Lens
Read moreAccentor is a small bird of prunellidae family. In India it is generally found in East Sikkim area. It built its nest low in a bush. When i was on a trip to Singalila National Park. I found at sandakphu area. Sandakphu is high altitude place in Singalila National Park located in West Bengal. From here you can see Mt. Kanchenjunga very clear which is highest peak of West Bengal. Lots of Birds here. To visit Singalila Park November to February you can found lots of snow and good landscapes too with snow on Mt Kanchenjunga. Also if you are going for birding you can visit March to May/June Month is the best . It is very cold weather during winter November to February at Singalila National park.
About Alpine Accentor Bird :
- Alpine Accentor bird is robin size bird. Length of bird is around 15 -17 cm.
- Bird just like similar to house sparrow in color with brown back streaked.
- Adult Alpine Accentor have red brown spotting on underparts
- Also adult have grey head too.
- In Asia Accentor found at 2000 m above height. Specially at Himalayas.
- It build nest in bush.
- It laying 3-4 plain (not spotted) eggs of sky blue color.
Singalila National Park :
Singalila national park is located in West Bengal. There are lots of birds in this sanctuary. Also its good for trekking at Sandakphu. From here you can see Mt. Kanchenjunga easily and very closely. Also a beautiful Himalayan Mountain range with snow. Amazing weather very cold in winter and moderate in summer. Summer season is the best for birding at sandakphu.
Alpine Accentor bird Binominal Name is Prunella Collaris . Total 9 subspices are recognised of Alpine Accentor bird.
Gear used : Canon 1000 D, Canon 55-250 mm Lens.
Road To Heaven is named to the road from Khavda to Dholavira in Kutch Gujarat. The road is so wonderful and scenery so it known as Road to Heaven . Khavda to Dholavira distance is around 58km but from Khavda there is a single line narrow road passes through small villages around 15-20 km approx. The main road starts after it and it is around 30-35 km approx. strait to Dholavira. Road is under constriction but almost 70-80% work done. The road heading to the city of Harappan Civilization Dholavira which is one of the largest site of Harappan Civilization and Indus valley Civilization.
Kutch is a largest district of Gujarat and also of India. Main City or Headquarter of Kutch District is Bhuj. Kutch is famous for White Desert or White Rann. In Every winter season from December to February celebrate “ Rann Utsav “ to attract foreigners and also locals. Tent City made in white desert to stay and also cultural programs arranged in it. The main Rann Utsav held in Dhordo of Kutch.
After visit White desert people also visit Dholavira which is nearest destination from Dhordo and also Kalo Dungar in between. From Dhordo you will have to go Khavda first and then from Khavda to Dholavira which is connected through “ Road To Heaven “. Dholavira is located at Khadir Bet. Khadir bet is separated because after monsoon the water filled outer side of bet. So the Road To Heaven is the way to connect Khadir bet to main city Bhuj.
About Road To Heaven Dholavira / Road to Heaven in Kutch :
- · It connected from Khavda to Dholavira.
- · Road to heaven distance around 30-35 km.
- · After monsoon the rain water on the both side of the road. You can see beautiful Greater Flamingo birds in between. Water level is low but muddy.
- · After winter in January –February the water on both side of the road is evaporated and turn into salt. Not all water but some areas during the road.
- · Water on the both side of the road or Salt/ white layer on both side of the road make the beauty of the road and that’s why it name as “ Road To Heaven “
- · When you are on the road there is hardly some traffic you face the open road with both side water or salt at morning or evening make the scenery like a Heaven.
I must suggest to visit Road To Heaven in Kutch while you visit Kutch. Also Visit Dholavira which is one of the largest Harappan Civilization site.
Places to visit near Road To Heaven :
Dholavira, Kalo Dungar, Dhordo, White Desert
Places to Visit near Bhuj : White Desert , Kadiya dhro, Chhatardi, Mandvi beach, Vijay vilas palace, Bhujyo Dungar, Smriti Van, Vande matram memorial
Camera Used : Canon 80D, Canon 6D, DJI Mavic Air2
It is the largest species of Flamingo bird family and also a most widespread species of flamingo family.It is found in India ,south east , middle east and Africa. It is migratory bird. They also breed in India. In Gujarat they breed in Rann Of Kutch , Little Rann of Kutch also found in Thol Bird Sanctuary. I often visit Thol sanctuary so got good shots of them. Best time for shoot them is may-Jun at Thol bird sanctuary bcz of water level is too low . It is been recorded that some flamingo birds are resident in Gujarat at many places like LRK, Khijadia sanctuary, Nalsarovar and Thol Sanctuary. They also breed here and stay for all seasons. So you can find greater flamingo birds in all seasons in Gujarat at many places.
Flamingo bird facts and description :
- Greater flamingo bird is the largest living spices of flamingo.
- Greater flamingo has no subspices.
- Flamingo color most of pinkish white in plumage. Wings are red and feathers are black in end.
- Greater Flamingo bird call is like honking.
- The average lifespan of flamingo bird is 30-40 years.
- Main Difference between Greater flamingo and lesser flamingo is height . Lesser flamingo is shorter than greater flamingo. Also Greater flamingo has pale pink bill and black tip. In other case lesser flamingo has dark crimson bill. Lesser flamingo is also more red in color than greater flamingos.
Greater Flamingo birds In Thol Lake : Thol sanctuary is often i visit. Flamingo birds are stay here all seasons. I got good numbers of Greater flamingo and lesser flamingo bird images in a group when i visit Thol. This is my best time with flamingos. Also i got some beautiful pictures of flamingo birds with group and also in duo with some masti. Flamingos looks very good in frame bcz of their color. Thol lake is good place for birders because more than 150 birds spices found here. Also some mammals like Blue bull and black buck also found here. Lots of water birds and tree birds found here. Also sanctuary is not so big so you can find all birds in around 6 sqkm area. Best time to visit thol lake is November to March. All migratory birds are visit in winter so that is best time. Early morning is best for birders.
Timing And Fees of Thol Sanctuary :
Thol Sanctuary open at 6 AM in morning and close at around 5 PM
Fees of Thol Sanctuary is 50 INR per person and camera fees are 200 INR. Car fees are 500 INR.
Weekend fees may change that actually i don't know about it.
Two flamingos with little egret in between of them with down head all. The images of flamingo bird making a good frame. Because of its color flamingo birds images are very attractive and also their grouping make a perfect frame of flamingo bird picture.
A morning pared time for flamingo birds. A beautiful Greater flamingo birds are in a raw make image nice and show their unity.
Perfact wingspan of Flamingo bird looks great. Pink Wings make image more attractive.
Solo Greater flamingo bird
Some masti time for two flamingo birds .
Above image shows the discipline of Flamingo Bird and looks like a morning pared they are doing .
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A group of Flamingo Birds at Thol Lake make your frame awesome.
Location : Thol Lake, Gujarat
Thol lake is just 25 km approx. from Ahmedabad. You can visit one day for Thol lake is enough. Also you can find another migratory birds like pelicans , bar headed goose, river tern and many more resident spices.
Ahmedabad to Thol lake distance about 25km
Thol bird sanctuary is located in Kadi Taluka in Mehsana District near sanand Gujarat. It is an artificial lake located near village Thol. In 1912 thol lake was built and it was declared as a Sanctuary in 1988. The main use of lake is use of water for irrigation. The Thol Bird Sanctuary or a Thol lake wildlife Sanctuary India is a habitat of more than 150 spices of birds. Also it is famous for migratory birds Flamingos and Sarus Crane which breeds here.
About Thol Lake / Thol Bird Sanctuary
Thol lake is located near Thol village and its area around 38000 acres. Lake faces all season winter , summer and monsoon. During winter temperature goes to 8 degree and in summer temperature goes to 43 degree. Thol lake is under control of Forest and Irrigation department of Gujarat. Thol lake water storage capacity is around 84 million cubic meters. Thol wildlife sanctuary is declared as Eco Sensitive Zone .
Flora and Fauna Thol Sanctuary :
Thol lake has many vegetation plants like Zizyphus, Acacia nilotica, Ficus, Capparis, Azadirachta indica etc. There are also some mix flora of Marshy and Aquatic plants reported in Thol Lake.
Thol lake is protected area and it is very good habitat for water birds. In thol bird sanctuary there are more than 150 spices of birds found . Among these more than 60 % of birds are water birds. Flamingo bird is most prominent bird of Thol Lake. Also Sarus Crane nest in large number here.
Famous Migratory Birds of Thol Lake
• Flamingos
• Sarus Crane
• Great White Pelican
• Mallards
• Bar Headed Geese , Grey Headed Geese
• Waterfowl
There are also some spices reported here like Dalmatian Pelican, Indian Skimmer, Greater Spotted Eagle, Indian Vulture and white rumped Vulture etc. In Mammals Bluebull, Blackbuck and Golden jackal reported here.
Thol Lake Timing and Fees :
Thol lake open everyday at 6 AM in morning and close at 5.30 PM in evening. Entry fees for Thol Lake or Thol sanctuary is 50 INR for per person. Also Camera fees extra at 200 INR and if you go via car then car fees also 500 INR. Foreigner fees are 10 $ per person.
Best Time to Visit Thol Sanctuary / Thol Lake :
Best time early morning for Thol Lake. In winter if you go before sunrise you can see Twilight sky amazing with lake shore and birds sound .During all season Thol lake has its own beauty. Every season you can visit at Thol Lake. But mostly during winter from November to March season is best for Thol Sanctuary visit. Because during winter lots of Migratory birds came here and stay for long time so for birding winter season is best at Thol Lake. Also during summer some of birds stays here like flamingos and pelicans, geese etc. So you can also see them in summer too. Also during summer water level of lake is low so may be the birds you can get in deep or sometimes closer. During monsoon most people don’t visit but if you like macro photography then you must visit Thol lake in monsoon. You can get some excellent macro subjects like waterdrops , Spiders, Insects etc.
What to do and What not to do in Thol Lake / Keep in mind while visiting sanctuary in India :
• Keep silence in sanctuary
• Maintain discipline
• Keep sanctuary clean
• Do not throw plastic waste anywhere in sanctuary
• Protect wildlife
• Observe birds, mammals etc and protect them and identify them
• Follow rules of wildlife protection act -1972
• Don’t disturb birds and animals
• Don’t enter in sanctuary with liquor and inflammable objects
• Don’t make loud noice.
• Enter in sanctuary with permit only and keep receipt till you leave sanctuary
• Don’t feed birds and animals
Where to Stay near Thol Lake :
Well near to Thol Lake there are not good places to stay at night but you can go near to destinations like Kadi, Kalol or Gandhinagar , Ahmedabad where you can get good places to stay at night. Nearest I suggest Kalol around 15-18 km or you can go Ahmedabad around 25 km.
Places to Visit near Thol Lake :
If you are staying at Ahmedabad then go for Ahmedabad Darshan , Pol area of Ahmedabad and Adalaj Ni Vav ( Heritage places ) etc. Also go for fast food test at night at Manek Chauk and SindhuBhavan road there are lots of option for food lovers like Urban Chauk, Freezbee etc.
If you stay at Gandhinagar then visit Mahatma Mandir at Gandhinagar, Sarita udyan , Akshardham Temple etc.
I would suggest Modhera Sun Temple if you had some more time which is around 100km from Ahmedabad. For bird lovers and bird photographer I would suggest visit Little ran of Kutch (LRK) during Winter season, Pariej Lake, Indroda park Gandhinagar, Jessore Sanctuary Banaskantha etc.
How to Reach Thol Sanctuary :
Nearest airport is Ahmedabad and from Ahmedabad thol lake distance is around 30-40 km
Also for Railway station is Ahmedabad because you can get all frequency and destinations from Ahmedabad railway station.
Mt Kanchenjunga or Mt Kangchenjunga both spellings right and whatever you say located in west Bengal India. When i was on my Singalila National park trek i visit it. It was really gesture to see Mt Kanchenjunga from own eyes. A beautiful Mountain surrounded by snow and little bit clouds looks like you are in Heaven. The view i capture makes me very happy to see first time snow mountain in my life. When i was at my last location of my trek at Sandakphu we go for birding and v had a clear mountain view of Kanchenjunga. Kanchenjunga is also spelled Kangchenjunga. Height of Mt. Kanchenjunga/Kangchenjunga is 8586 m . The view of Mt Kanchenjunga from India is amazing as you can see in photos. This Mountain range in wide angle as shown above image looks like Sleeping Budda so this mountain range also known as Sleeping Buddha Mountain Range too.
The name Kanchenjunga is derived from sanskrit kanchana ganga . Kanchana means gold and ganga is the river which flows in the region. The river shines like gold and hence the name Kanchana Ganga was given to this mountain.
Things to know About Mt. Kanchenjunga/ Mt. Kangchenjunga :
- Kanchenjunga Mountain is about 28,169 ft height and located along the Nepal-India border in the Himalayas.
- It is the third highest mountain in the world.
- It contains 5 peaks and four of them above 27,700 ft of heights.
- Kanchenjunga is also name of surrounding section of Himalayas and means THE FIVE TREASURES OF SNOWS .
- Joe Brown and George Band was the first climber of Kanchenjunga mountain on 25 may 1955.
- Kanchenjunga mountain boundry shared by Nepal, India, China and Bhutan.
- Total 5 peaks of Kanchenjunga are Kanchenjunga Main ( 28169 ft ), Kanchenjunga West ( 27904 ft ), Kanchenjunga Central ( 27828 ft ), Kanchenjunga South ( 27867 ft ), Kangbachen ( 25928 ft ).
- Kanchenjunga Main is the highest elevation of Brahmaputra River.
- There are four climbing route for Kanchenjunga among them 3 are from Nepal and one from Sikkim India.
- It is also known as Sleeping Buddha Mountain range.
When i was on a tour to Singalila National Park we have a terrific view of Kanchenjunga mountains and also other Himalayan mountains. The best view of Kanchenjunga i saw from Sandakphu located at India-Nepal border. I also saw Mt. Everest from here. Everest is on a long distance but if weather is clear you can see it very clearly.
In above picture the mountain shows in left side ( Triangle 3 peaks ) of Mt Kanchenjunga is Kumbhakarna Mountain.
Sandakphu trek is one of the beautiful trek among India and also of Himalayas. During summer lots of trekkers go for these trek and also Phalut trek. At Sandakphu you can stay a night and just see at night the sky is full of stars. I was never seen such stars in my life. A milky way you can see and it was amazing experience of star gazing at Sandakphu. Also after dark a sunrise is beautiful as enough. At 4 or 4:30 am sunrise time and we were ready to see first light of sun rays on Himalayan mountains. The color of rays are red orange color looks beautiful on snow mountain of Kanchenjunga. Thats the beauty of Himalayas.
For climbing Mt. Kanchenjunga you can go from Nepal only because Indian Government has been closed Northeastern Sikkim route of Kanchenjunga since 2000. To See Mt. Kanchenjunga from India Sandakphu is the best place. You can go to Sandakphu via Trek or via Range Rover car hire at manebhanjan village. Nearest airport is Bagdogra or you can go to Kolkata and go for overnight train from Kolkata.
Gear used : Canon 1000 D body, Canon 18-55 mm lens, Canon 55-250 mm lens.