Trekking and Climbing in the Indian Himalaya (Trekking & Climbing) [Paperback]

Harish Kapadia (Author)

Book Description

Series: Trekking & Climbing | Publication Date: August 1, 2001

This stunning guidebook, covering 25 treks and 10 climbing peaks in the Indian Himalaya, is an essential tool for both experienced explorers or climbers and first-time trekkers. From the Indus River in the north, the Indian Himalaya fringe the Tibetan plain down to Nepal, continuing in Sikkim, where India meets Bhutan, China and Burma in the west of the country. Increasing numbers of tourists are discovering the joys of trekking, spurred on by the challenges set by early mountaineers and the country's rich mix of cultures. The book details a wide variety of treks, including some newly charted expedition-style routes and high-altitude peak climbs, and there is additional Information on trekking and climbing styles, ecological concerns, and health and safety. Top-class original mapping and lavish photography feature throughout.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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About the Author

Harish Kapadia has been visiting the Himalaya for almost 40 years. During that time he has published nine books on the Himalaya and for the past 25 years has been the editor of the prestigious Himalayan Journal (a major authentic reference on the range). He was elected Honorary Member of the Alpine Club in London and has served as Vice President of the Indian Mountaineering Foundation. In 1993 he was awarded the IMF Gold Medal. Married with two sons, he lives in Bombay. Consultant Victor Saunders is an internationally respected climber and qualified alpine guide. He is the author of Elusive Summits, which won the 1992 Boardman-Tasker prize and was featured in the Channel 4 documentary 'Magic Mountain' for UK television. He lives in Chamonix, France. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Stackpole Books; 1 edition (August 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0811729532
• ISBN-13: 978-0811729536
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,338,426 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good one..., June 10, 2004

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"vishu81" (INDIA/USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Trekking and Climbing in the Indian Himalaya (Trekking & Climbing) (Paperback)

This is a good book containing details of 25 treks and some climbing in Indian Himalaya. Contains precise details - with beautiful photographs - of treks. List most of the books the treks mentioned here are of popular type - though definitely good enough for a beginner. Some tips about mountain photography, preserving ecology, good amount of info for foreign(though not as good as lonely planet) nationals. The reason why I bought the book was for photographs and it was worth it!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Introduction to Indian Himalayas, January 31, 2002

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Kamal Limdi (Surat,India) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Trekking and Climbing in the Indian Himalaya (Trekking & Climbing) (Paperback)

This book is a superb guide to anyone planning treks/climbing in the indian himalayas.The layout is elegant ,cartography and maps are precise especially the strip maps .The details are what a trekker would normally want to know ,which enhances the value of the book manifold. So if you are a mountain lover and want to explore the Indian Himalayas get hold of this book.For others who are arm chair travellers ,you'll feel you are amidst the himalayas .