Located
at a distance of 32 kms from Skardu, Deosai is one of the highest plateaus
in the world standing at 4100m and is spread over 3000sq.km. The spectacular
scenery that Deosai offers from mid June to mid September is highlighted
by some 342 species of vegetation. The
landscape is covered with wild flowers that make Deosai radiant with bright
colors through the summer. The diverse vegetation supports wildlife and
an ecosystem that is a unique example of adaptation to high altitude.
In addition
to the Himalayan brown Bear, Deosai and the surrounding
valleys are home to the Himalayan Ibex, red Fox, golden Marmot, Wolf,
the snow leopard & over 125 resident and migratory birds. This area
is a place of attraction for those who are interested in Trophy Hunting.
Drive
to Deosai and visit the remarkable Plateau at 4000m above sea level.The
Deasai plain (4000 m), a vast high altitude plateau covering an area of
over 400 square km, south and west of Skardu, borders on Indian Kashmir.
In Balti, the region is known as “Bhear Sar” means place of
flowers. Nowhere lower than 4000 m, this uninhabited alpine grassland
has numerous clear streams with unusual snow trout, a large brown bear
population and multitude of golden marmots.
Deosai
is surprisingly rich in plants and animals, bursting into life during
the brief spring and summer months. The plateau is home to the Himalayan
Brown Bear, unique to this part of the world. Other mammals found on Deosai
included Tibetan Wolf, Tibetan Red Fox, Himalayan Ibex etc. Deosai Plateau
offers several opportunities for trekking and easily accessible from Skardu.
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