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Nanda Devi Raj Jat is the most wonderful pilgrimage in the Himalayan peaks. It combines obscure faiths, mysteries and thrills with a flood of devotees. Like the Khumbh it is organised every 12 years. This 280 kilometre pilgrimage by foot begins at the village Nauti, of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand. There are 19 halting places.The Journey absorbs the rainbow like beauty of traditions of the Himalayan society. A deep feeling of faith and reverence for Nanda Devi in Himalayan folk lore reflects the respect held for women in Uttarakhand. They observe the general life, manners and customs, as well as the Folk art and culture of this region. Whatever their goal may be, people of all castes, religions and creeds become a part of this journey. After the welcome and Hospitality at the border village of Van, the pilgrims move towards the Himalayan peaks. The changing colours on Bedini Bugyal makes people feel as if they are in Heaven.How many travellers would have attempted the climb from Ninalidhar to Keluwa Vinayaka? Would they have suddenly become shocked seeing human skeletons near the mysterious Rupkund? Would their breath have stopped crossing the ‘jyunragali’? How many tourist would be overwhelmed after seeing the Himalayan beauty from Shila Samudra? How many devotees would have wept whilst making their last farewell to Mother Nanda in Homkund at the climax of the journey? These are the questions which invite the people to understand themselves. Please come and enjoy this thrilling journey.