Revered the world over, the Indian Himalaya provide a unique
experience and stunning backdrop for any explorer. Footprint's
2nd edition Indian Himalaya Handbook will help travellers get the
most from this diverse and sometimes demanding region.
The roof of the world, and its greatest mountain range, the
Himalaya have been capturing the imagination of
travellers for centuries. From Garhwal and Kumaon in Uttar Pradesh,
the Himalaya in Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh and Zanskar, plus the
Darjeeling and Sikkim, in the Eastern Himalaya, Footprint's
completely updated 2nd edition Indian Himalaya Handbook is the only
guidebook available to the whole region's area. Visitors can be
wowed by rugged beauty and inspired by the unique culture of the
people that live here. Including fantastic listings on the vast
array of adventure activities on offer, including trekking, cycling
and climbing, plus all the necessary information on where to eat
and sleep this guide is perfect for anyone wanting a
challenge.
Detailed section on responsible travel and the Himalayan
Environment Trust Code of Practise
Essential advice on the best time of year to travel to different
locations
Extensive coverage of the region with six suggested
itineraries
Packed full of maps to help you find your way around
Vanessa Betts is a writer and editor from England. She went to India in 1997, as the first stop on a round-the-world ticket, and then found out that nowhere else could quite compare. After time spent living and working in Australia, Egypt and England she has been based in India, chiefly in Kolkata, since March 2006. Vanessa Betts lives in Israel.
Inhaltsangabe
1) Intro 2) Essentials 3) Western Himalaya: access from Delhi 4) Uttarakhand 5) Himachal Pradesh, 6) Jammu & Kashmir 7) Eastern Himalaya: access from Kolkata 8) Darjeeling & West Bengal Hills 9) Sikkim 10) Arunachal Pradesh 11) Background
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