MACHAIL MATA – Moto Trail Riding Expedition 2016 by Dr. Naveen Kotwal

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The historic, 30 kms long, Machail Mata trail, deep in the western Himalayas, is known for its picturesque settings and rugged terrain. A dicey precarious trail, it runs next to Bhout Nallah, all the way from the road head at Gulabgarh

Permit Fiasco Leads Two Teams to One Kishtwar Peak

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Ales Cesen and Luka Lindic cross the ridge from north summit of Hagshu to its main summit (6657m). The two Slovenians, along with veteran alpinist Marko Prezelj, made the first ascent of Hagshu's north face in late September of this year. In October, Mick Fowler and Paul Ramsden climbed Hagshu's

To Kishtwar’s Amarnath – Published in Terrascape Magazine

Brahma Peaks

While three naturally formed ice lingams at a cave in Nanth Nala are revered as Shiva, Parvati and Ganesh, the water stream two kms ahead is one of nature’s mysteries – flowing only thrice a day and disappearing in between. When I visited Dachhan Valley in Kishtwar last year, I wanted

A PEAK BAGGER’S GUIDE TO THE EASTERN KISHTWAR by SIMON RICHARDSON

A PEAK BAGGER'S GUIDE TO THE EASTERN KISHTWAR SIMON RICHARDSON Only sharing this data as  information  on mykishtwar.com. All rights reserved to : The Himalayan Club THE FIRST MOUNTAINEERS to visit the Eastern Kishtwar were probably two Austrians, who alter making the first ascent of Mulkila in Lahul in 1939, were interned in India

Tourists Reception Center

Tourist Reception Centre

🏔️ Tourism · Adventure · Pilgrimage · Kishtwar, J&K Tourism in Kishtwar J&K's Last Great Himalayan Frontier From pilgrimage shrines and saffron valleys to snow leopard habitats and Himalayan passes — Kishtwar is Jammu & Kashmir's most breathtaking undiscovered destination, waiting to be explored. 2,191 Sq. Km National Park 3,784m Sinthan Top Altitude 50+ Bird Species in Park 15+ Mammal Species May–Oct Best Time

CHENAB – Chander Bhaga

The Chenab is the biggest river of this place. Chenab means water coming from China. Chenab name has been drawn from Persian language. River Chenab, Asikini of Vedic age or Chander Bhaga of Kishtwaris, takes its rise from opposite side of Bara lachha Pass at a height of 5100 meters

Cold Springs

Waterfall at Pooti Naag kishtwar

🐍 Sacred Heritage · Nature · Water · Kishtwar Sacred Naags of Kishtwar The Holy Springs & Their Living Heritage Protected by faith, sustained by community, and flowing since the time of the Mahabharata — Kishtwar's sacred Naags are among the most extraordinary natural and cultural heritage sites in the Himalayan world. "Faith is taking

Adventure Tourism in Kishtwar

⛰️ Adventure · Trekking · Mountaineering · Kishtwar, J&K Adventure Tourism in Kishtwar India's Last Great Himalayan Wilderness From the twin giants Nun-Kun to the untouched valleys of Warwan and Paddar — Kishtwar is one of the world's greatest adventure destinations, offering mountaineering, trekking, river rafting, paragliding and more amidst breathtaking Himalayan grandeur. 7,135m Highest Peak

Tourist Circles in Kishtwar

Brahma Peak Dachhan

🏔️ Tourism · Travel · Adventure · Kishtwar, J&K Tourist Places & Scenic Circuits of Kishtwar: A Traveller's Complete Guide A Traveller's Complete Guide to India's Hidden Himalayan Gem From the royal Qilla of ancient rajas to the sapphire mines of Paddar, from saffron fields in bloom to snow-dusted alpine passes — Kishtwar is

Tourists Helpline

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📞 Travel Safety · Emergency Contacts · Tourist Guide · Kishtwar Tourist Helpline & Emergency Contacts Kishtwar & Jammu & Kashmir — Everything You Need Before You Travel A complete, verified directory of tourist helplines, emergency services, medical contacts, police numbers, transport offices, and tourism authorities for Kishtwar and Jammu & Kashmir — save

Kishtwar High Altitude National Park

Kishtwar High Altitude National Park, Dachhan

🐆 Wildlife · Nature · Conservation · Kishtwar, J&K Kishtwar High Altitude National Park Home of the Ghost of the Mountains — the Snow Leopard Declared a National Park in 1981, Kishtwar High Altitude National Park is Jammu's only National Park — a pristine Himalayan wilderness spanning alpine meadows, glacier-fed rivers and snow-capped peaks,

Qilla in Kishtwar

Qilla Kishtwar

To the south west of Kishtwar town is a hillock where a fort and palace existed during the rule of the Raja’s of Kishtwar. There are said to be built by Raja Kahan Paul. About this place, the European writer G.T. Vigne writes:- ‘The house of the town. After the Sikhs

Gumpas of Kishtwar

🙏 Heritage · Faith · Culture · Paddar, Kishtwar, J&K Buddhism in Kishtwar Ancient Roots, Living Traditions of Paddar From a 2nd century BC conference at Village Bhattan to the living Gumpas of Paddar — tracing the rich and enduring Buddhist heritage of Kishtwar district, Jammu & Kashmir. ~7,000 Buddhist Population 2nd C. BC Buddhism in Kishtwar Since June

Shrines/Ziarrats in Kishtwar

The sacred Darbar-e-Faridia shrine at the heart of the city in Kishtwar.

☪️ Sufi Heritage · Kishtwar · Jammu & Kashmir The Sufi Shrines of Kishtwar Durbar-e-Faridia & Durbar-e-Asraria Sacred sanctuaries of the Baghdad Sufi lineage — where faith transcends boundaries and devotees of all communities come to seek divine grace in the heart of the Himalayas. "One distinctive aspect of Shah Sahib's personality was that in

CHOWGAN- Crown Of Kishtwar

Chowgan - a Poem by Rajesh Chander Sharma

🌿 Tourism · Nature · Culture · Kishtwar, J&K Chowgan — Pride of Kishtwar The Green Heart of the Himalayan City An ancient lake, a lush meadow, a hub of sport and culture — the Chowgan of Kishtwar is not just a ground. It is the soul of the city, the pride of its

Flora and Fauna Found in Kishtwar

Kishtwar is very mountainous and sparsely populated district. It is very rich in Forest products. The total area covered under forests is 2.44lac hectares. The richest forests of Deodar, Conifer, Oak, Chir and Pine are found on the high mountains and hills of Kishtwar. Birch is found on the highest

Hot Springs in Kishtwar

♨️ Tourism & Natural Heritage · Kishtwar Hot Springs of Kishtwar Tatapani · Nag · Nature's Healing Waters Sacred, sulphurous, and steeped in legend — the hot springs of Kishtwar have healed pilgrims and travellers for thousands of years, flowing from the heart of the Himalayas. "Centuries ago, faith in the unknown inspired the elders