Uttarakhand is known for the natural environment of the Himalayas, the Bhabhar and the Terai because of what comon visible landscape features?
Bedini Bugyal Bedini Bugyal is a Himalayan Alpine meadow, situated at an elevation of 3354 m in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand state of India. Bedini Bugyal falls on the way to Roopkund near Wan village. Trisul and Nanda Ghunti are clearly visible from here. This lush green meadow is adorned with blooms in a wide range of varieties. There is a small lake named "Vaitarani" (Bedini Kund), situated amidst the meadow. The rich flora of the area includes 'Brahm Kamal' or "Saussurea obvallata".
Paddar Paddar is a remote, scenic valley in Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir, the northernmost state of India. It covers the whole northeast portion of Kishtwar district bordering Zanskar (Ladakh) on the north, Pangi, Himachal Pradesh on the East and Marwah-Wadwan on the West. The valley is famous for it sapphire mines. It lies in the greater himalayas, along the Chenab River basin. It is among the most remote regions of Jammu and Kashmir. There are various sub valleys in Paddar like Machail, Ghandari, Kabban, Ongai, Bhuzunu, Barnaj, Bhuzas, Kijai Nallah, and Dharlang, among others.