Dayara Bugyal
| Dayara Bugyal | |
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 Dayara Bugyal | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 3,639 m (11,939 ft) |
| Coordinates | 30°50′18″N 78°33′18″E / 30.8383656°N 78.5550349°E |
| Geography | |
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| Location | Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India |
| Parent range | Garhwal Himalaya |
Dayara Bugyal is a Bugyal (Himalayan Alpine Meadow) in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. Dayara Bugyal is a popular trekking and camping destination. The Bugyal has an average elevation of 3639m and is around 40 km from Uttarkashi. It is nestled between the Deodar and Rhododendron trees and is rich in flora and fauna.[1]
In spring, there is contrast of greenery of the grasslands and red and pink rhododendrons.[2] In winters, the Bugyal turns into snow land with capability of skiing and snow activities. The trek is open throughout the year except the monsoon. Views of the Garhwal Himalayas, including Nanda Devi, Bandarpunch and Swargarohini, can be seen from Dayara Bugyal.[3]
Cultural Facts
[edit]Dayara Bugyal is known not only for its beautiful meadow but also for its rich culture.
- Jeetu Bagdwal: The interesting story of Jeetu Bagdwal[4], famous in the whole of Uttarakhand, revolves around this Bugyal.
- Butter Holi Festival: The unique tradition of Butter Holi festival[5] is a part of Dayara Bugyal. This festival is celebrated every year on the auspicious occasion of Sankranti on the 1st Pravishte/Gate of the month of August (Sanskrit: भाद्रपद). This festival is mainly dedicated to Lord Krishna, due to which butter is used in abundance in this festival.
Gallery
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Dayara Bugyal -
The summit -
Dayara Bugyal Grasslands covered with snow
References
[edit]- ^ "Dayara Bugyal". Uttarkashi.nic.in.
- ^ "Dayara Bugyal". indiahikes.com.
- ^ "Dayara Bugyal". euttaranchal.com.
- ^ "Jeetu Bagdwal: A Folklore Base Garhwali Drama". groups.google.com.
- ^ "Butter Festival or Andhuri Utsav in Dayara Bugyal". himalayandreamtreks.in.
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