The Himalayas, known as the “Roof of the World,” is one of the most environmentally significant regions on the planet. This

Mountain soils are one of the kinds of soils which are formed by the deposition of organic matter from woodlands and forests. Mountain

The Himalayas feature diverse soil types, each adapted to the region’s varying climates and altitudes. At lower altitudes, Inceptisols

The rich and varied biodiversity of the Himalayas is threatened by climate change. A study carried out in the western Himalayas

Nearly 65% of the total geographical area of the IHR is legally designated as forest land (National Forest Policy, 1988). However, this

Introduction Tourism in a broader sense has existed for a long time in the Himalayas: in the form ofpilgrimage to Hindu sanctuaries that

It is said that a lifetime is not enough to explore the Himalayas. The high peaks, serene lakes and rugged mountain slopes have helped

Introduction The Himalayas, one of the most breathtaking and culturally rich regions in the world, are not only famous for their towering

For some 200 years the Sikkim region (now a state in India) and the kingdom of Bhutan have been safety valves for the absorption of the

At 14,200 ft above sea-level, surrounded by the trans Himalayan range, I was looking forward to seeing the yak, for which I had travelled