Download or read book Encyclopaedia of Himalayas Central Himalayas written by Kadambari Sharma and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Central Himalayas written by Kadambari Sharma and published by . This book was released on 1999-01-01 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Indian Central Himalaya Or Uttar Pradesh Himalaya Is Better Known As Uttarakhand. Lying Between 28.44 And 30.25 N Latitude And 77.45 And 81.1 Longitudes, The Central Himalayas Encompass An Area Of 51,125 Sq.Km. And Supports A Population Of Nearly 60, 00,000 Persons. This Book Is A Panoramic Survey Of Central Himalayas Covering Authoritative Information On: Geography; Natural Resources; Vegetation Ecology And Environment; Flora And Fauna; Forestry And Forest Ecosystems; Biodiversity; Development; Religion; Traditions And Culture; And Agriculture Etc.Students, Scholars And Teachers Besides Environmentalists, Anthropologists And Earth Scientists Will Immensely Benefited By The Content Of This Book.
Download or read book International Encyclopaedia Of Himalayas 5 Vols Set written by Ramesh Chandra Bisht and published by Mittal Publications. This book was released on 2008-01-01 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The highest mountain range on Earth, the Himalayas from the northern border of the Indian subcontinent in Asia. The mountains extend in a massive arc for about 1,550 miles from west to east with more than 30 peaks rising to heights greater than 24,000 feet above sea level. Together the Himalayan mountain system is the planet's highest and home to all fourteen of the word's highest peaks. One of the high biodiversity regions of the world, it provides shelter to a large variety of flora and fauna. The Himalayan region has a rich and unique cultural heritage, and has managed to preserve its established traditions throughout history whilst absorbing customs, traditions and ideas from both invaders and immgirants. Many cultural practices, languages, customs and monuments are examples of this co-mingling over centuries.
Download or read book Encyclopaedia of Himalayas Eastern Himalayas written by Kadambari Sharma and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Encyclopaedia of Himalayas written by Kadambari Sharma and published by . This book was released on with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many great rivers originate from the legendary Himalayan mountain range, and this encyclopaedia contains all the myths, realities, maxims and glories that are strongly associated with this sacred mountain range. The Himalayas have had a very strong impact on Indian literature and social customs, as well as the rituals of everyday life.
Download or read book The Himalayas written by Andrew J. Hund and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2018-06-15 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A thorough and detailed resource that describes the history, culture, and geography of the Himalayan region, providing an indispensable reference work to both general readers and seasoned scholars in the field. The Himalayas: An Encyclopedia of Geography, History, and Culture serves as a convenient and authoritative reference for anyone exploring the region and seeking to better understand the history, events, peoples, and geopolitical details of this unique area of the world. It explores the geography and details of the demographics, discusses relevant historical events, and addresses socioeconomic movements, political intrigues and controversies, and cultural details as to give an overarching impression of the region as a coherent and cohesive whole. Readers will come away with a vastly heightened understanding of the geographical region we recognize as the Himalayas, and grasp the issues of geography, history, and culture that are central to contemporary understandings of the human culture in the region. The alphabetically arranged and succinct entries provide easy access to detailed, authoritative information. Additionally, sidebars throughout the book relate compelling facts that point readers to new and interesting avenues of exploration. The volume also includes a chronological overview of the region, ten primary source documents, and a comprehensive bibliography of supporting works.
Download or read book The Himalayas written by Alain Chenevière and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Across the Himalayas Through the Ages written by Khemanand Chandola and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Book Analyses In Depth The Relations That Existed For Centuries Between The Central Himalayan States Of Garhwal And Kumaon In Particular, And Their Counter Parts In Western Tibet. Dust Jacket Slightly Frayed Around The Corners.
Download or read book International Encyclopaedia of Himalayas Indian Himalayas written by Ramesh Chandra Bisht and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 495 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Central Himalayas written by Dharma Pal Agrawal and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Study refers to the megalithic period.
Download or read book Encyclopaedia of Himalayas Western Himalayas written by Kadambari Sharma and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Himalayas written by Charles W. Maynard and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2003-12-15 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Himalayas are called the roof of the world. The tallest mountain on Earth, Mount Everest, at 29,028 feet, is ones of 14 peaks in the Himalayan chain. The Himalayas stretch 1,550 miles from China to Afghanistan. More than 40 million people live in the Himalayan regions. Among them are sherpas, people of Nepal, who help to guide climbers up Mount Everest. A chapter discusses the record-setting climb of Edmund Hillary and Sherpa guide Tenzing Norgay. Students will also read that it is a Hindu belief that these mountains are the abode of gods.
Download or read book International Encyclopaedia of Himalayas Introduction to Himalayas written by Ramesh Chandra Bisht and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 495 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Encyclopaedia of India written by Sunita Pant Bansal and published by Smriti Books. This book was released on 2005-06 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents information on India in over 270 photographs and 44 maps. This book is divided into two major sections: one is about India in general, and the other is about the states in particular. It covers a range of topics from history, political divisions, people, physical features, climate, forests and wildlife, natural resources, and more.
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Download or read book A Handbook of the Himalaya written by Sharad Singh Negi and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
