Our Mountains

Author: Chandrika RaoPublisher: Publications DivisionYear: 2003Language: EnglishPages: 83ISBN/UPC (if available): 8123009143 DescriptionFrom time immemorial our mountains have played a prominent role in shaping the history and destiny of our country. They have provided an ideal retreat to both pilgrims as well as nature loving travelers seeking a relaxing break form the routine humdrum. They have been the very cradle of vast variety of flora and fauna.Our mountain ranges have sustained within our vast country a number of natural geographical divisions by acting as umbrellas or wind-shields. This book along with this provides details of people staying in such their culture, festivals, wild life etc.ContentsINTRODUCTIONOrigin of Mountains - Physical Features and ClimateOur North-Eastern MountainsThe Role of Mountains in our National LifeFlora and FaunaFairs and FestivalEcological and Economic Asset