Homkund

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Not to be confused with Hemkund

Homkund, also spelled Hom Kund is a high altitude mountain pond located in Chamoli District, Uttarakhand State, India. Located at a height of 12,323 feet above sea level, it is in the middle of snow covered valleys.[1] Two Himalayan peaks, Trisul and Nanda Ghunti are near Homkund.[1]

Trekking

Homkund has become a trekking destination in recent years and those who trek to Roopkund consider this as another trekking destination, as Homkund is located near Roopkund.[1] Trekkers can also get good view of the well known Indian mountain Nanda Devi.[2]

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "Roopkund lake's skeleton mystery solved! Scientists reveal bones belong to 9th century people who died during heavy hail storm". India Today. 31 May 2013. Retrieved 12 June 2013. 
  2. ↑ Sarma, Vijay (4 Mar 2007). "Enigmatic Peak". The Hindu. Retrieved 12 June 2013. 


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