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Dayara Bugyal is one of the most beautiful meadows in the country at a high altitude and is situated in the district Uttarkashi of Uttarakhand. Dayara Bugyal is located at an altitude of 3408m above sea level. This beautiful meadow is very much famous for trekkers. Dayara Bugyal trek is beautiful throughout the year. Dayara Bugyal covers an area of 28 km. Dayara Bugyal is considered one of the highest and largest meadows that attract millions of tourists as well as trekkers from all over the country and the globe. You can also witness breathtaking views of the Himalayan ranges like Mt. Bandarpoonch, Kalanag,  Srikanth, and the Gangotri peaks. Trekking to Dayara Bugyal is started from a small village known as Raithal which is almost 30 km from Uttarkashi. The trek to Dayara Bugyal is about 8 km and it is considered to be of easy to medium levels. This trek range passes through thick forests of coniferous trees and opens to a big grassland of Dayara Bugyal. This trek is also famous because it is accessible throughout the year which means you can visit Dayara Bugyal at any time of the year. It is also considered to be a perfect location for skiing in the months of January and February. The beautiful oak trees, maple trees, and even various wildflowers enhance the beauty of Dayara Bugyal. People can come to Dayara Bugyal not only for trekking but to explore nature and take pictures of beautiful scenic views and beautiful trails of Himalayas and capture these moments for the rest of their lives. Dayara Bugyal trek can be the experience of a lifetime for nature lovers and trekkers.The alpine forests add to the beauty of Dayara Bugyal. Although Dayara Bugyal is a meadow and is green throughout the summertime but during winter you can experience the joy of skiing because of the snow-capped Dayara Bugyal. You can experience the beauty of a white layer of snow on the meadows of Dayara Bugyal which will be a treat to your eyes and a refreshment for your mind as well as your soul. So not only for nature lovers but also for skiing lovers/adventure lovers the trek to Dayara Bugyal can be an experience to cherish for a lifetime.Dayara Bugyal is the best place for bird-watching. You can watch a variety of birds there and capture those beautiful species with your cameras.Apart from trekking you can also camp in various places during your trek to Dayara Bugyal like Gui, Chilapada, Nayata, or Barnala. These places are surrounded by lush green forests that enhance the beauty of this place and make your trek to Dayara Bugyal a memorable one. 

Being a high-altitude trek, you should be physically fit and you should not have any respiratory problems so that you can easily do your trek to Dayara Bugyal. Dayara Bugyal is a relatively easy trek, so it is considered as a beginner-friendly trek. 

During winter, Dayara Bugyal is also an attraction for skiers. The snowcapped trail is very much attractive for the skiers as they can do skiing and enjoy the beautiful view as well. 

The last village you will see before beginning the trek is Barsu village. before beginning your trek to Dayara Bugyal you can explore this small village of Barsu and interact with people there to know their lifestyle. 

The nearest railway station to Dayara Bugyal is Haridwar and the nearest airport to Dayara Bugyal is Jolly Grant airport in Dehradun. 

The temperature of Dayara Bugyal is between -4 degrees and 25 degrees with days being warmer than nights.

Speciality of Dayara Bugyal Trek:-

1) This difficulty level of the trek is easy to moderate which makes it accessible to both beginners as well as expert trekkers. 

2) Dayara Bugyal trek is accessible for the entire year which makes it the best trek in India. 

3) The view at the top of the trek is peaceful and divine as it is a meadow where the greenery offers scenic beauty and refreshes your mind and soul. 

4) Dayara Bugyal is one of the highest meadows in India which makes your trek to Dayara Bugyal a memorable and beautiful one as well. 

The temperature of Dayara Bugyal is between -4 degrees and 25 degrees with days being warmer than nights. 

How to reach Dayara Bugyal:-

There are various means by which you can reach Dayara Bugyal. Some of them are:-

By air:-The nearest airport to Dayara Bugyal is Jolly Grant airport in Dehradun. You can take your flight from there and reach Dayara Bugyal.

By train:-you can also reach Dayara Bugyal by train. You can take an overnight train to reach Dayara Bugyal. 

By bus:- Dehradun is connected with most of the cities by bus. So you can opt for bus services in order to reach Dayara Bugyal.