Encounter the mysterious lake
Nanda Devi National Park's remote location provides scientists and conservationists with an ideal environment for research and conservation efforts. One of the notable features in the area is Roopkund Lake, also known as Skeleton Lake due to the presence of up to 800 human remains dating back over 1,000 years. These remains have gradually emerged over time.
In 1942, a forest ranger first discovered Roopkund Lake and observed human skeletons within it, leading to its nickname "Skeleton Lake." However, anthropologists have yet to provide definitive answers regarding the origin of these bones in the lake.
The park also offers opportunities for hiking and mountaineering, but access to its core zone requires special permits.
Historic mentions and features
Nanda Devi National Park boasts the second-highest mountain peak at 7,816 meters. The park has even been featured in multiple documentaries, including BBC's Planet Earth series and National Geographic's "Wild Chronicles". Sandeep Madadi has also written a novel titled "Nanda Devi" about this park. Renowned British naturalist David Attenborough once stated, "Nanda Devi National Park is an astonishing natural phenomenon and an epitome of life on our planet.
Enhance your experience
Nanda Devi National Park boasts some of the finest trekking routes in the Indian Himalayas. Popular treks include Valley of Flowers Trek, Hemkund Sahib Trek and Roopkund Trek that wind their way through stunning landscapes, serene valleys and high mountain passes.
Joshimath, located close to Nanda Devi National Park and serving as a gateway for several popular trekking routes, is renowned for its ancient temples such as Adi Badri Temple, Narsingh Temple and Shankaracharya Math, each having religious and cultural significance worth exploring. Additionally, Joshimath boasts several panoramic viewpoints offering unparalleled Himalayan mountain peaks views.
