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About Uttarakhand
Uttar Pradesh, is famous for its scenic beauty and pilgrim centers. If you are associated with religious beliefs, you may be keen to visit the place for its divinity and if you are a nature lover, you will find divinity in the rich expanse of endless natural beauty here. Wherever your faith is placed, be it in god or in the powers of nature to inspire you into living a life of fulfillment, Uttarakhand is the perfect destination.
Haridwar is also called as the 'Gateway to the Lord' thanks to a great number of temples and ashrams located here. The city is considered holy and hence pilgrims from various parts of the world travel to the place to offer their prayers.
It is also famous for the Kumbh Mela, a festival, which is held once in twelve years. Some of the leading attractions here are: Har Ki Pauri, Chandi Devi Temple, Shanti Gunj, Maya Devi Temple, Mansa Devi Temple, Vaishno Devi Temple, Pavan Dham, Vishnu Ghat.
Rishikesh is a blend of tranquility and adventure. Its location at the confluence of River Ganges and River Chandrabhaga and views of spectacular hills and various adventurous activities such as trekking, rafting and camping captivate nature lovers; the tranquility of the place with the importance attached to it as a pilgrim center touches the soul of pilgrims. Rishikesh is called as the Yoga Capital of the world.
Some of the most important tourist destinations in Rishikesh include:Triveni Ghat, Laxman Jhula, Swarg Ashram, Ram Jhula, Bharat Mandir, Kriya Yoga Ashram,, Paddle India, Jumpin Heights, Gita Bhavan, The Beatles Ashram, Neelkantha Mahadev Temple, Shivpuri, Parmarth Niketan, Narendra Nagar, Kaudiyala.
Dehradun grabs much of the attention due its picturesque location. The capital of Uttarakhand is a city of myriad pleasures. Snuggled in the Doon Valley, betwen the rivers Ganga and Yamuna, it's a city of unmatched picturesque beauty. It's the gateway to the scenic hills of Uttarakhand.
The town has a number of monuments from the colonial days of the British Raj. Having plethora of options to explore, it also serves as the picnic spot for many. It is well connected with other destinations and thus is a halting point for a short yet sweet getaway.
The City of Lakes, Nainital in Uttarakhand is one of the most popular places to visit in Uttarakhand. The city gets its name from Naini Lake, an awe-inspiring lake at the foothills of the mighty Himalayas present an exotic view
Nainital is a natural majesty. Snow covered mountains in backdrop, scenic beauty, lovely lakes and lush flora, grabs your attention instantly. Preferred by honeymooners and families alike, this serene hill station offers the best snowfall experience.
Almora is well acclaimed for its picturesque landscape and rich cultural heritage. It is located on a horse shoe shaped ridge of Kasaya hill at an elevation of 1638 m above sea level.
Mostly known for its sightseeing place, Almora has many unique temples like Golu Devta and Nanda Devi Temples. Other significant temples are Katarmal, Jageshwar and Kasar Devi. Katarmal is an 800 year old Sun temple. Enjoying the sunset or sunrise at Bright End Corner is a must to do activity in Almora.
Mostly known as the 'queen of the hills', Mussoorie is the pride of Uttarakhand Tourism industry and a significant source of revenue for the state. Breathtaking scenic beauty of Mussoorie compels the travelers to accept the truth that nature has painted the canvas of this astounding tourist spot with sheer concentration.
Nestled amidst the undulating Himalayan ranges, this region seems like a nest of peace. The average altitude of Mussoorie is 1,880 m whereas the highest peak is more than 2,290m high making it a paradise for the thrill seekers. March to June and September to November is the best time to visit this splendid spot.
Lying at an altitude of 3584 meters above the sea level, Kedarnath temple is one of the destinations of the most revered Chadham Yatra, Uttarakhand. Dedicated to an incarnation of Lord Shiva, Kedarnath is also one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of the Lord. Hindu devotees visit the temple every year in huge numbers. It is believed that the Lord fulfills all the desires of his devotees. Originally, the temple was constructed by the Pandava of brothers.
Today the temple that we see was built by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century during the course of revival of Hinduism. The samadhi of the sage lies just behind the temple. The entrance of the temple has a statue of Nandi, Lord Shiva's divine bull. Around 223 km from Rishikesh, the temple is placed on the banks of River Mandakini and is amidst snow-covered mountains. Gaurikund, Gandhi Sarovar, Triyuginarayan, Vasuki Tal, Sonprayag, Agastyamuni Temple and Deoria Tal are some of the attractions around Kedarnath temple.
Badrinath Temple in Badrinath (Uttarakhand) is one of the great places particularly for Lord Vishnu devotees and other tourists. The temple and the town are counted one among the Chardham Yatra and hold great importance among Hindu community. Among all the four, Badrinath is one of the most important Hindu pilgrimage sites.
Settled around 3133m above the sea level on the banks of river Alakhnanda in the Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, Badrinath temple is one of the 108 Divya Desams of Lord Vishnu. The presiding deity inside the temple is of Lord Vishnu, a black stone statue (Saligram stone) around 3 ft tall, in the form of Badrinarayan. Legends say that the temple was originally put-up by Adi Shankaracharaya, but was later renovated several times.
Established in 1936, Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest National Park in India which is located in Nanital district of Uttarakhand. The wildlife shelter acquires an area of 520.8 sq km and owns a countless variety of flora and fauna. Lying on the foothills of Himalaya, on the banks of Ramganga River, this park offer views that is a treat to the eyes.
The park was first to come under the tiger project program and today is known for its decent tiger population. The place draws huge population of tourists from all over the world.
Rajaji National Park is a National Park located along foothills of Shivalik Ranges in Himalayan foothills. The park is stretched over the Pauri Garwal, Dehradun and Saharanpur districts of Uttarakhand, joining three sanctuaries namely Chilla, Motichur and Rajaji.
The park has an incredible beauty with a huge variety of Flora and Fauna which draws attention of both nature and wildlife lovers. Rajaji acquires an area of 820.42 sq km and is home to numerous avian species.