DDespite the high altitude and negative temperatures, it is possible to trek in the Himalayas in winter. In fact, trekkers look forward to walking for miles on fresh snow and getting into snow fights with each other. Campsites often look as if they’re right out of a fairytale. All you need to enjoy a winter trek is a little preparation and smart packing.

Take this quiz to see how much you much you know about trekking in the winter.

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Here is the solution to last week’s crossword (How well do you know the Meadows of Himalayas?) –

The winner for last week’s crossword is Anupam Chakravarti, who took all of 3 minutes and 16 seconds to solve it. Congratulations!!

Thinking about trekking in the winter? Take this quiz to see how prepared you are for a winter trek in the Himalayas.

How prepared are you for a Himalayan Winter Trek?

The Himalayas have the highest meadows in the world. These lush grasslands are favourite grazing spots for shepherds who sometimes travel for months together to bring their flock here. Their huts are often a welcome shelter for weary trekkers to roll out their sleeping bags after a long day of walking across valleys. In winters, the same meadows are covered in white, powdery snow for miles on end.

Take this quiz to see how much you know about the meadows of Himalayas.

The winner for this week’s crossword will be chosen at random out of all those who solve this correctly.

We’re giving away a custom-made full-brimmed trekking hat to the winner!

Make sure you enter your details correctly. You will not be considered for the prize if you don’t fill in your details.

Here is the solution to last week’s crossword (How much do you know about Himalayan River Confluences?) –

The winner for last week’s crossword is Shobhit Garg. Congratulations!!

How much do you know about meadows and grasslands of the Himalayas? Test yourself in our Indiahikes Weekly Crossword!

How well do you know the Meadows of Himalayas?

The rivers from the Himalayas start off as glacial melt or emerge as streams from the earth. Many of them merge into bigger rivers that flow on to the plains before eventually joining the sea. The bigger rivers are usually better known than their tributaries. The confluence of many of these rivers have religious significance. Others have developed into trading towns because they provide a place to converge for the people living along these rivers.

Take this quiz to see how much you know about the confluences of Himalayan rivers.

Here is the solution to last week’s crossword (Do you know how Climate Change is affecting the Himalayas?) –

There is no winner for last week’s crossword.

How much do you know about confluences of Himalayan rivers? Test yourself in our Indiahikes Weekly Crossword!

How much do you know about Himalayan River Confluences?

Climate change is affecting all aspects of life on earth. This is especially true in the Himalayas, which have some of the most fragile landscapes in the world. The effects of changes in temperature can be seen on land forms, species diversity as well as people’s lifestyles in this region.

Take this quiz to see if how much you know about the impact of climate change on the Himalayas.

Here is the solution to last week’s crossword (Do you know these Hill-Stations in the Himalayas?) –

How much do you know about the impact of climate change on the Himalayas? Test yourself in our Indiahikes Weekly Crossword!

Do you know how Climate Change is affecting the Himalayas?

Hill-stations in the Himalayas have attracted visitors for over a century. Admired for their pleasant climate and peaceful environment, many of these were officially established as summer capitals. Staying in these places opened up access to remote trails for intrepid adventurers. Even today, most of these hill-stations are the gateway to some of the most scenic trekking routes in India.

Here is the solution to last week’s crossword (Do you know these astonishing facts about the Himalayas?) –

The winner for last week’s quiz is Sagar Nipurte. Congratulations!

How well do you know the Himalayan mountains and their hill-stations? Test yourself in our Indiahikes Weekly Crossword!

Do you know these Hill-Stations in the Himalayas?

The Himalayas are home to dozens of superlatives when it comes to nature and adventure. They have the tallest mountains in the world and some of the most unique flora and fauna. They also attract some of the world’s most avid adventurers.

Take this quiz to see how many of these interesting facts you know.

Here is the solution to last week’s crossword (Do you know how to stay Safe and Healthy on treks?) –

How well do you know the Himalayan mountains and their flora and fauna? Test yourself in our Indiahikes Weekly Crossword!

Do you know these astonishing facts about the Himalayas?

This week, we switch gears to focus on trekking. You cannot take your health and safety for granted at high altitudes. There are steps that you must take to stay safe and symptoms that you should be able to recognise.

Take this quiz to see how much you know about how to stay safe on treks.

Here is the solution to last week’s crossword (How well do you know the Food of the Himalayas?) –

How well much do you know about staying safe and healthy while trekking at high altitude? Test yourself in our Indiahikes Weekly Crossword!

Do you know how to stay Safe and Healthy on Treks?

The diet of any region is defined by its landscape and the kind of life forms it supports. The food produced and eaten in the Himalayas is unique to this region. With improved access, many of these are now available to all of us.

Take this quiz to test how much you know about the food of the Himalayas.

Here is the solution to last week’s crossword (How well do you know Himalayan people and culture?) –

Congratulations to Kaushik Vyas who finished last week’s crossword correctly and quickly!

Test yourself in our Indiahikes Weekly Crossword about Food of the Himalayas!

How well do you know the Food of the Himalayas?

Many remote areas in the Himalayas follow age old customs and practices. This is apparent in the languages and lifestyles of the people living here. You can even see this in the religions and social structure prevalent in some of these societies.

Take this quiz to test how well you know the people for whom the Himalayas are home.

Here is the solution to last week’s crossword (Do you know these Monasteries in the Himalayas?) –

Congratulations to Aishwarya Sheral who finished last week’s crossword correctly and quickly!

How well do you know Himalayan culture? Test yourself in our Indiahikes Weekly Crossword!

How well do you know Himalayan people and culture?

Despite being remote, the Himalayas are culturally rich. They have seen an intermingling of various tribes and religions over centuries. Some parts of the Himalayas were also major trading posts on the Silk Road. Among the remnants of this ancient culture are the monasteries scattered all over these mountains.

Take this quiz to test your knowledge about the monasteries of the Himalayas.

Here is the solution to last week’s crossword (How well do you know your Trekking Gear?) –

Congratulations to Geetha Sukumaran who finished last week’s crossword correctly and quickly!

Do you know these monasteries in the Himalayas?

We are changing tracks this week to quiz you on trekking gear. The kind of gear you carry on a trek greatly impacts the quality of your trek. What you take along dictates how warm you feel, how comfortably you walk and how safe you stay.

Take this quiz to see how well you know what to carry on a trek.

Here is the solution to last week’s crossword (What do these mountain names mean? Part II) –

Congratulations to Priyanka who finished last week’s crossword correctly and quickly!

How well do you know the topographic features of mountains? Test yourself in our Indiahikes Weekly Crossword!

How well do you know your Trekking Gear?

A lot of action in our mythological stories takes place in the Himalayas. Some of these are well known parts of epics such as the Mahabharata. Others are local legends. No matter what the scope of the stories, they tell us something about how people experience the mountains.

Take this quiz to see if you can match the myths to the respective mountains.

Here is the solution to last week’s crossword (Do you recognise these mountains?) –

Congratulations to Rohit Seth who finished last week’s crossword correctly and quickly!

What Do These Mountain Names Mean?

Solve our weekly crossword and test yourself!

We are giving away a custom-made full-brimmed trekking hat to a lucky winner!

A lot of action in our mythological stories takes place in the Himalayas. Some of these are well known parts of epics such as the Mahabharata. Others are local legends. No matter what the scope of the stories, they tell us something about how people experience the mountains. Take this quiz to see if you can match the myths to the respective mountains. 

We are still unable to announce the winner for last week’s puzzle. Names and email ids are missing from most of the entries. We hope to solve the problem for this week’s quiz.

Here is the solution to last week’s crossword (Do you recognise these mountains?) – 

Can you recognise these mountains from the stories?

The Himalayas are much more than just a geographical feature. People who live in their shadow experience them in different ways. Their folklore and mythology tell us much about their relationship with these mountains. One way for us to learn about this relationship is from the names that locals use for the mountains. Take this quiz and see if you can recognise the mountains from the clues about what their names mean.

We are unable to announce the winner for last week’s puzzle. Names and email ids are missing from all the entries. We hope to solve the problem for this week’s quiz.

Here is the solution to last week’s crossword (Animals of the Himalayas) – 

How well do you know the topographic features of mountains? Test yourself!

Do you recognise these mountains? - Part 1

Solve our weekly crossword and test yourself

A big shout out to Gunashree, who was amongst the fastest to solve the last crossword correctly!

The Himalayas are home to a variety of animals. Many of these are elusive. They are also very well camouflaged to merge into their surroundings. Sighting some of these animals on a trek could even be a once-in-a-lifetime moment. This week’s puzzle is about the animals of the Himalayas. Attempt it and test how much you know about them.

Here is the solution to last week’s crossword (Birds of the Himalayas) – 

How well do you know the Animals of the Himalayas?

A big shout out to Sonia, who was amongst the fastest to solve the last crossword correctly!

The Himalayas are home to a large variety of native and migratory birds. Some of them are elusive, others get your attention by their calls. You might spend hours looking for a bird in vain or you might just spot a bunch of them pecking at grains next to the campsite. Whatever their nature, birds add to the excitement of a trek. This week’s puzzle is about the birds of the Himalayas. Attempt it and test how much you know about them.

Here is the solution to this crossword – 

How well do you know the Birds of the Himalayas?

A big shout out to Ishani, who was amongst the fastest to solve the last crossword correctly!

This week’s crossword is about the trees of the Himalayas. Almost every trek in the Himalayas takes you through forests. Some forests, like the one you see on the way to Sandakphu, are mixed. Others, like the one on the way to Bhoj Kharak on the Kedartal trek, have one predominant kind of tree. As you gain altitude, the type of trees and vegetation that you see changes. Take a peek into the world of Himalayan vegetation with this puzzle.

How well do you know the Trees of the Himalayas?

A big shout out to Dharitri Boro, who was amongst the fastest to solve the last crossword correctly!

This week’s crossword is about mountain features. A mountain is not a homogenous piece of land. It has various sections and features that are formed on it over centuries. Some of these are formed by snow, some by erosion. Some define the shape of a mountain, others determine how difficult or easy the mountain will be to climb. Test how well you can identify these features.

Want to know the correct answers? Here is the solution to the puzzle – 

Can you identify these mountain features?

A big shout out to Parag, who was amongst the fastest to solve the last crossword correctly!

A pass is an important mountain feature. It provides a route across a mountain range. It is also the highest point of a route through a mountain range. Mountain passes can be as narrow as 20 ft or as wide as a valley.

How well do you know the Himalayan passes?

A big shout out to Saini, who was amongst the fastest to solve the last crossword correctly!

The winner will be chosen at random out of all those who solve this correctly.

How well do you know Himalayan lakes?

A big shout out to Sarthak Madan, who was amongst the fastest to solve the last crossword correctly!

Do you know these Himalayan mountaineers and explorers?

A big shout out to Anup Indira, who was amongst the fastest to solve last week’s crossword correctly!

How Well Do You Know The Mountains Of The Himalayas?

How Well Do You Know The Rivers Of The Himalayas?

Indiahikes Weekly Crossword - Mountain Ranges Of The World

Autumn is the best season for photography. You can’t get such clearer skies and warm colours in any other season. It was a delight going through all the photos that truly brought out the autumn colours and transported us back to the mountains.

Our judges have selected the winners and trekkers have voted for their favourite photo. Here are the results:

Winner – Trek Photographer of the Month

Higher – Abdul Raoof, Phulara Ridge trek

This is a brilliant photograph from the Phulara Ridge trek. It easily conveys the excitement felt on the ridge walk. The photographer has placed the trekker perfectly to show the scale of the landscape while  carefully capturing the mountains and the clouds.

Waking to the Sleeping buddha- Pranav Kaushik, Sandakphu Phalut Trek

“This is the best view on the whole trek”

This is a good example of a trek photograph. It conveys the scene of a trek- the morning colours, the tents,  the clouds, trekkers getting ready to watch the sunrise while the Sleeping Buddha rests in the background.

360 degree view of the Annapurna range- Rupam Kirtaniya, Annapurna Base Camp trek

“The entire Annapurna range with such visibility makes all the hard work worthy”

Trekkers walking towards the mighty Annapurna range is always a beautiful sight. Yet the photographer has captured an amazing image by adding three layers in a single photo: brown meadows, snow clad peaks and the blue sky that one can only see in high altitudes.

Trekkers’ Choice Award sponsored by AdventureWorx

A quaint night at Labouche-Anubhav Saxena, Everest Base Camp Trek

“The moon was out and hanging just by the galaxy. Alas! We could not take the mandatory galaxy shot in the Himalayas. But it turned out to be a blessing in disguise as the moon threw perfect light to capture the sleeping town in the backdrop of a perfectly lit snow capped mountain.”

Such a grand view of Mt. Nuptse from the Everest Base Camp trek! As the photographer says, the mountain is well lit by the moonlight. The clear, star spangled night sky makes for one beautifully captured image.

Mother nature and her lovely creations- Shibayan Kayal, Beas Kund trek

“Lead Climber ‘Kamli’ and her gang having breakfast in the lap of Seven Sisters peaks”

This photograph plays with the background and foreground to being out the natural beauty of the Beas Kund trek. Light falling diagonally on the horses to add details to the subject while the mountains act as a great background.

River crossing- Vinay Anantha, Buran Ghati trek

Mesmerising view of one of the river crossing points on the Buran Ghati trek

One does not see autumn colours mixed with winter snow quite often. But it makes an amazing combination as seen here. The snow patterns on the rocks and grass add a nice contrast to the photograph.

The end of Phulara Ridge- Brian Van Dijke, Phulara Ridge trek

“We can see the end of our trek over the Phulara Ridge here. Looking back, it makes us very proud for doing this trek and we are blessed by this beautiful view. Small and big rocks are scattered around this area. We wonder how they even got here. But one thing is for sure, it’s one of the most beautiful landscapes we have ever seen.”

One more photograph from the Phulara Ridge trek. Such a majestic photo that captures the beauty of this landscape. The photographer has exercised excellent light control over here. The rocks in the foreground add drama to the photograph while you can spot the trail in the distance.

Mesmerising Swargarohini- Anirban Roy, Har Ki Dun Trek

Trekkers taking rest & enjoying the view of Swargarohini on the riverbed of Supin.

The photographer is telling a story through this photo. He creates a glimpse into a moment form the trek where the trekkers take break to soak in the autumn colour and mountain view.

Near Chandanahan Lake- Chetan Walia, Buran Ghati trek

Amazing landscapes near Chandranahan Lake.

This frame captures the majestic beauty of the Buran Ghati trek. The photographer has made an intelligent choice by including the silhouettes of the two trekkers in the photograph while using the darker shades of autumn.

Winter is here- Ashwin Srinivasa, Kedartal Trek

The Kedartal trek completely covered in snow.

Predicting snowfall is always a bit tricky on high altitude treks. In this photo, the photographer captures a landscape showered with fresh snow. The colours of the prayer flags add to the visual appeal of the photograph.

And, that were all the nominations and winners for this month’s photo contest. Congratulations to all the winners! Tell us which one you liked us the most by dropping a comment below. We would love to hear your thoughts!

1. If you’d like to see a few great photo stories from our treks: You’ll find our photo stories on this page.

2. If you’re a professional photographer: Perhaps we could sponsor your trek! We take photo trekkers on our treks if they can showcase our beautiful Himalayas with their skills. To apply, send your portfolio to hari@indiahikes.com and tell us why you want to be a photo trekker with us.

3. If you would like some tips on photography specifically for treks: Click here, or here or here.

4. If you want to see some videos on how to manage camera gear: Watch this video.

5. If you ended up here by chance and were actually looking for treks to do: Then head over to our upcoming treks page. You’ll find all our Himalayan treks there.

6. If you want to see the 13 best treks of India: Then get our guide here.

Here are the winners of the October 2018 trek photography contest. View the winning photographs as well as the rest of the shortlisted nominations here.

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