The Himalaya is the new folded mountain system - the tallest and the youngest in the world. It
has a rich diversity - natural and cultural and diversity in all walks of life. Most of its
uniqueness is unknown because of its remoteness. Even the native people are not aware of them.
This book aims to describe the uniqueness of the Central Himalaya in terms of its natural and
cultural diversity in detail. Supported by original figures and primary data this book is
empirically tested. It is mainly based on observation and participation and the use of a
qualitative approach. Although lots of work has been carried out on the various aspects of the
Himalayan region yet a detailed description of the natural and cultural diversity is yet to be
done. This book steps forward to elaborate on some of the unique natural and cultural features
of the Central Himalaya which are worthy to be known about. It contains a total of 10
chapters. Four chapters are devoted to natural diversity and four chapters comprise cultural
diversity. Besides the introduction and conclusions are the first and the last chapters of the
book respectively. The book is the first of its kind and will be useful to all stakeholders -
students of all standards research scholars academicians policymakers native people
tourists and the general public.
