Uttarakhand has many tourist spots due to its location in the Himalayas. There are many ancient temples, forest reserves, national parks, hill stations, and mountain peaks that draw large number of tourists. There are 44 nationally protected monuments in the state. Oak Grove School in the state is on the tentative list for World Heritage Sites. Two of the most holy rivers in Hinduism the Ganga and Yamuna, originate in Uttarakhand.
Famous tourist destinations in Uttarakhand
Chamba
Chamba is a town and nagar panchayat in Tehri Garhwal district in the state of Uttarakhand, India. It is situated at a junction of roads connecting Mussoorie and Rishikesh with the Tehri Dam reservoir and New Tehri. Its nearby tourist places are Dhanaulti, Surkanda Devi Temple, Ranichauri, New Tehri, and Kanatal, halfway between Chamba and […]
Chakrata
Chakrata in Dehradun District of Uttarakhand State of India is a hill station located at an altitude of about 7000 ft above the sea level. The town was known earlier as Jaunsar bawar, a small hamlet of Jaunsari tribe. Traveling in the monsoon can be tricky as the area sees frequent road blockages due to […]
Bageshwar
[tabs] [tab title=”Bageshwar “] Bageshwar Situated at the confluence of rivers Saryu, Gomti and latent Bhagirathi, lies the holy township of Bageshwar; also revered as the pious land associated with Lord Sadashiva, the redeemer of all sins. As the puranas state, this undoubtedly is a place capable of liberating one from the eternal bondage of […]
Auli
Auli is an important ski destination in the Himalayan mountains of Uttarakhand, India. Auli, also known as a ‘bugyal’ or Auli Bugyal, in the regional language, which means meadow, is located at an elevation of 2500 to 3050 meters above sea level. Auli is less known ski destination than Shimla, Gulmarg or Manali. It was […]
Nainital
Nainital is a glittering jewel in the Himalyan necklace, blessed with scenic natural splendor and varied natural resources . Dotted with lakes , Nainital has earned the epithet of ‘ Lake District ‘ of India . The most prominent of the lakes is Naini lake ringed by hills. Nainital has a varied topography . Some […]
Binsar
Binsar is a picturesque, sleepy hamlet, one of the most scenic spots in the Kumaon Himalayas. Pitched at the impressive altitude of 2,420 mtrs., 95 kms From Nainital it offers a majestic view of the snow covered Himalayan Peaks, The mesmerizing range Chaukhamba, Trishul, Nanda Devi, Shivling and Panchachuli. From here on a sunny day, […]
Bhimtal
Bhimtal is a town and a nagar panchayat in Nainital district in the state of Uttarakhand, India, situated at an altitude of 1370 meters above sea level and is about 22 kilometers from Nainital. The major attraction in Bhimtal is the Bhimtal Lake, which has an island at its centre. Besides tourism, Bhimtal has also […]
Almora
Almora, a picturesque district in the Kumaon region, East of Uttarakhand in India, with a breathtaking panoramic view of Himalayas, summons tourists worldwide to its alluring grandeur of natural beauty. Famous for its rich cultural heritage, unique handicrafts, sumptuous cuisine and magnificent wildlife, coupled with an easy accessibility, Almora promises its tourists a visit full […]
Chaukori
Chaukori is a tiny hill station in the Pithoragarh district set among the lofty peaks, of the western Himalayan Range in the Kumaon Division of Uttarakhand, India. To the north is Tibet and to the south is Terai. The Mahakali River, running along its eastern boundary, forms the Indo-Nepal international border. Chaukori’s elevation is 2010 […]
Mukteshwar
Mukteshwar : This beautiful place is 2286 mts in altitude and 51 Kms. from Nainital. Surrounded by fruit orchards and thick coniferous forest it was developed by the Britishers as research and education institute (IVRI) in 1893. It is the celebrated scenic spot overlooking long ranges of Himalaya.An old temple of Lord Shiva exist on […]
Ranikhet
A hill station, idyllic in its charm, Ranikhet with its majestic pine trees, is 60 Kms. from Nainital. According to popular belief this spot had won the heart of Rani Padmini, queen of Raja Sudhardev . She chose this scenic place to her abode & since then, it has come to be known as Ranikhet, […]
Kausani
Kausani : Nestling among thick dense pine forests, atop a narrow ridge and separated from the towering mountains of the Nanda Devi range by low, medium mountains ; at Kausani the grandeor of the Himalayan scenery comes alive. The view of the snow covered Trishul & Nanda Devi is so clear that one gets a […]
Char Dham
The Char Dham (four abodes) which is considered the most important Hindu pilgrimage includes the holy shrines of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. Badrinath, considered to be the holiest, is located between the mountains of Nar and Narayan with River Alaknanda flowing peacefully beside it. It is known as Badrinath since the entire region is […]
Gangotri
Gangotri Location : Uttarakhand Altitude : 3042 mts. Climate : Summer – Cool during the day and cold at night. Winter – Snow-bound. Touching sub-zero Best Season : April to November Gangotri is a town and a Nagar Panchayat (municipality) in Uttarkashi district in the state of Uttarakhand, India. It is a Hindu pilgrim town […]
Yamunotri
Yamunotri Location : Uttarakhand Altitude : 3165 mts Climate : Summer-Cool during the dayy and cold at night. Winter – Snow bound. Touching sub-zero. Clothing : April to July – Light woollens Language : Hindi, Garhwali & English Yamunotri, the source of the Yamuna River and the seat of the Goddess Yamuna, is one of […]
Badrinath
Badrinath Location : Uttarakhand Altitude : 3,415 mts. Climate : Summer – Cool during the day and cold at night. Winter – Snow-bound. Touching sub-zero Best Season : April to November Badrinath is a Hindu holy town and a nagar panchayat in Chamoli district in the state of Uttarakhand, India. It is the most important […]
Kedarnath
Kedarnath Location : Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand Area : 3 sq.km. Climate : Winter: Sep. to Nov. cold during the day and chilly at night. Summer: May – August- Cool during the day and cold at night. Best Season : May to October except monsoon. Kedarnath is the seat of Lord Shiva. It is one of the […]
Roopkund
Roopkund is situated in Chamoli district of garhwal. This area is usually called is the ‘mystery lake’, since human skeletons and remains of horses from the poleolithic age were found here. The lake is surrounded by rock-strewn glacier and snow clad peaks. The starting point of the trek is lohajung, easily approached by motor from […]
Kailash Mansarovar
Kailasa, believed to be the abode of Lord Shiva and his consort Parvathi, it is the throne of Truth, Wisdom and Bliss, the apex where Sound and Light merge into OM. Mansarovar, created by Brahma, is said to contain the essence of all the Vedas. Every year, thousands make a pilgrimage to Kailash, following a […]
