Urgam is in Joshimath, Uttarakhand. This isolated valley is our home. About 300 families live here.
The valley is known mainly due to Kalpeshwar temple. But the valley has much more to offer to its guests.
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The forest looks after the generations that have stayed back. -
Nestled in the wooded slopes, the villages have survived through thick and thin. -
In this valley, life cycles through the shades of prosperity ... -
... festivity ... -
... and hardship. -
The road from Helang has paved new ways for our prosperity. -
If you ever venture out off route into this remote valley... -
... the high surrounding ridges will take you by surprise... -
Breathtaking views of Nanda Devi, Dronagiri and Hathi Parvat -
... and the heartiness of the meadows will make your trip wonderful!
This remote valley has tremendous potential for cultural, religious and adventure tourism. There are beautiful easy to difficult trek routes all around- Rudranath, Chenap valley, Ginni glacier, Panpatia glacier, Nandikund, Sona Shikhar.
You'll find extremely reliable expert guides and helpers for all trekking routes in the Chamoli region.
Homestay tourism in this valley is gaining popularity. With decent mobile Internet connection, professionals and researchers can conveniently work from here.
The valley is very friendly and absolutely safe for solo female travelers.
We were born and brought up here in the heart of nature beneath the glow of the sunlight. Our survival heavily depends upon agriculture, cattle and forest resources.
If you truly love nature, leave the roads and take the trails. Visit Urgam. You'll find that life is better in hiking boots!
| मैं उसकी चोटी तक कभी नहीं पहुँचा ख़ूब खेला हूँ अलबत्ता उसके काँधों और छातियों पर |
और वहीं से देखता रहा यह दुनिया. वह पिता है मेरा! |
| - अजेय (हिमालय) | |
