Bhrigu Lake Trek, Manali

Description

Bhrigu Lake Trek is a small lake located in the mountainous ranges of Himalayas for which the nearest major town is Manali situated in the state of Himachal Pradesh of India and is famous for the beautiful that it offers and at the same time has a legend behind it. Located at an altitude of about 14,100 feet, the Bhrigu Lake trek lets the traveler experience beauty of snow-clad mountains, vast green pastures, and green forests of pine.

Location and Accessibility

The trail to Bhrigu Lake Trek starts from Gulaba which is a beautiful village at a distance of 22- kilometer from Manali. The starting point is easily approachable by road from Manali and that is possibly one of the reasons for its popularity among tourists, trekkers, adventurers whether they are professional or those who are going for their first Himalayan trek.

Best Time to Visit

The ideal season to do the Bhrigu Lake trek is during the summer season, majorly from May to October. These are the months when there is no precipitation or very little sometimes and there is no snow on the hills since the warmth is not so intense to create it.

Difficulty Level

Being a moderate trek, trek to Bhrigu Lake passes through steep rocks and trails, meadows, initially gradual slopes and then steep climbs. As a fitness training, it fits one with minimum fitness levels, although one must acclimatize to the altitude.

Mythological Significance

The origin of the name Bhrigu Lake which is derived from the local folklore has it that it was named after Maharishi Bhrigu, who was among the seven celestial Rishis in Hindu creation epic. There are various myths but most of it can be substantiated when it is known that he meditated at the side of the lake thus giving it a religious feeling.

Conclusion

The Bhrigu Lake trek gives one not only the virtual visions of nature, but cultural and spiritual values as well, which makes the trek more attractive to trekker soul and nature lover. Due to the proximity to Manali, breathtaking views and moderate level of trekking there is a guaranteed unforgettable Himachal trekking experience.