Unveiling The Mysterious Destinations Of India: Roopkund Lake, Uttarakhand

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What Is Roopkund?

Roopkund is a popular trekking destination for adventure lovers. It offers challenging yet beautiful trails through snow capped mountains.

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Location:

Located approximately at an altitude of 5,020 meters in Uttarakhand, Roopkund is a glacial lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains.

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Mystery Of Roopkund Lake:

Roopkund Lake is famous for the hundreds of human skeletons found at the bottom of the lake, believed to date back to the 9th century.

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Mythological Significance:

According to Hindu mythology, Roopkund is associated with Goddess Nanda Devi and the pilgrimage Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra passes through the region.

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History:

The skeletons in the lake are believed to belong to people who were hit by a hailstorm hundreds of years ago, making it a place of historical intrigue.

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When Does The Lake Appear?

Roopkund Lake remains frozen for most of the year and fossil remains can only be seen during the warm season when the ice melts briefly.

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Best Time To Visit:

When the snow melts and the trek becomes doable, May through October is the best time to visit Roopkund.

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The Trekking Experience:

The Roopkund trek is considered difficult, but the beautiful landscapes, rich history, and spooky mystery makes it a worthwhile adventure for trekkers.

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