Yosemite like never before | Yosemite National park Summer 2023 | Chasing waterfalls | Travel blog

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Yosemite National Park, located in California's Sierra Nevada Mountains, is a world-renowned natural treasure known for its breathtaking landscapes and iconic landmarks. Established in 1890, the park covers over 1,100 square miles and offers diverse ecosystems, including towering granite cliffs, cascading waterfalls, lush meadows, and ancient giant sequoia groves. Some of its most famous features include the towering granite formations of El Capitan and Half Dome, the magnificent Yosemite Falls, and the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. Yosemite's unique beauty and rich biodiversity attract millions of visitors each year, providing opportunities for hiking, camping, rock climbing, photography, and an unforgettable connection with nature. The park's awe-inspiring scenery and conservation efforts have earned it a place on UNESCO's World Heritage List, ensuring its preservation for future generations to enjoy.


Best places to visit in Yosemite :

1. Yosemite Valley: This is the heart of the park and home to many iconic landmarks, including El Capitan, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Bridalveil Fall. The valley offers stunning views, meadows, and the Merced River.

2. Glacier Point: Located atop a cliff, Glacier Point provides breathtaking panoramic views of Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and the High Sierra. This is the best place to catch a glimpse of half dome and the bird's view of whole of the national park

3. Yosemite falls : Longest waterfalls in north america if counted together the upper yosemite and lower yosemite fallls. There is a short hike of a mile to get to the lower yosemite falls which is amazing and is a must do.

4. Swinging bridge view point : this is by far the best point to view the upper yosemite falls with a tinge of reflection if you're lucky to be there on a day with less wind.