Uttarakhand is a place full of new attractions for all kinds of adventure seekers including trekkers. With a bounty of serene beauty and majestic environment, breathtaking forests, lovely campsites, view of the mountains, Dayara Bugyal has all the markings of a great meadow beckoning tourists from everywhere. Smooth, surge carpets of grass as far as your eyes can see with mountains that rise above 6000 metres popping off them, it is a picture that will stay in your eyes forever.
Lush green woodlands, old villages with electrifying climbs to high points, Dayara Bugyal is one among the best alpine meadows of Uttarakhand, that is easy and inviting especially for the beginners.
Standing at a height of 10000-12500 ft, this Bugyal stretches across 28 sq km. Beginning 32 km from Uttarkashi, at the hamlet of Barsu on the Haridwar-Gangotri Road, one can have a view of life at Barsu village with a stroll around and find about their lifestyle and culture when you need a rest from the hustle of busy city life.
From there, the trek to Dayara Bugyal takes you across the green prairies with the beautiful lake Barnala Tal on route that makes the trip even more fulfilling. The mesmerizing Oak and maple forests, pristine water bodies, sprawling spread of grasslands dotted by tiny huts and grazing sheep with the rising peaks in the backdrop offers a picturesque view. The numerous wild flowers including the splendid rhododendron flowers add colour to this beautiful landscape. In winters, snow covers it making it a paradise for Ski lovers to enjoy various snow activities.
The majestic view of Gangotri range from this trek will make you nostalgic and take you back to the century where Goddess Ganga transformed herself into a river for the dissolutions from the sins of King Bhagirath's ancestors, following his penance. The various peaks that can be seen include the majestic Shrikhand Mahadev, Kala Nag, Bandarpoonch, Srikanth Peak and Gangotri peaks.
Dyara Bugyal is the best expedition to watch the mighty Himalayas embrace vast expanses of grasslands to present peace and serenity. Open your inner core to breathe in the essence of nature and experience bliss.