Importance of mountains

                               Importance of mountains 

Mountains 

                        Although being formed naturally , mountains are of great value to man. 

 The Various uses of mountains are:

• Mountains have  a rich variety of flora and fauna which  enhance the scenic beauty.
• Mountains are a storehouse of water. Perennial rivers originating from high Mountains glaciers provide water.
• Mountains are a rich source of minerals.
• Due to their elevation, Mountains prove ideal sites for construction of dams.
• The slop of the  Mountains  have dense forests, which provide forest products.
• In India,the Himalayas act as a protective barrier against the dry and cold polar winds.
• on accounts of decreasing temperature with increasing elevation , Mountains have cool climates  during summer and thus are perfect tourist destination in summer. winter sport like para-gliding , river rafting and skiing are other attraction.

                                        BY - ADARSH RAJ YADAV