Uttarakhand, bordered by Nepal and Tibet and shaded by the
high peaks of the Himalayas, is full of unspoilt natural beauty. It is divided
into two regions: Garhwal in the north and Kumaon in the south. The ancient
holy places, the mountains, the forests and the valleys, as well as the many
possibilities of trekking are among the attractions that make traveling in
Uttarakhand worthwhile. Take a look at these popular tourist spots in
Uttarakhand.
Uttarakhand is also a great place to think outside the box.
If you are looking for clean air and tranquility, you'll love some of these
Himalayan boutique getaways.
1. Corbett National Park
One of the most popular national parks in India, Corbett
National Park owes its name to Jim Corbett, a hunter who has become an advocate
for the environment. It has dense forest and diverse wildlife, although tiger
sightings are not as common as other places in India. The park can be explored during
jeep safaris or elephant safaris, which take place every day early in the
morning and in the afternoon. The park's Dhikala area is the most panoramic,
with breathtaking views of the valley. It offers the best chance to observe
animals (which are unfortunately sometimes disappointing). If you are lucky,
you may be able to see wild elephants.
2. Haridwar
The ancient Haridwar ("the gate of God") is one of
the seven most sacred places in India and one of the oldest living cities.
Located at the foot of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand, it is particularly popular
with Hindu pilgrims who come to bathe in the sacred waters of the Ganges and
who erase their sins. The evening Ganga Aarti has a particular attraction.
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3. Rishikesh
Rishikesh, located not far from Haridwar, is as popular with
Western spiritual seekers as Haridwar among Hindu pilgrims. Recognized as the
cradle of yoga, people come together to meditate, practice yoga, and learn
about other aspects of Hinduism at various yoga ashrams and institutes. Despite
the growing number of visitors, the streets and alleys of the city have
retained their charm of yesteryear. It remains a wonderful place to relax and
relax among nature.
4. Nainital
The mountainous colony of Nainital, in the Kumaon region of
Uttarakhand, was a popular summer retreat for the British during the period
when they ruled India. It features the emerald-colored Lake Naini and an
animated strip called The Mall, lined with restaurants, shops, hotels and
markets. Enjoy one of the many forest walks, explore the surroundings on
horseback or relax on a boat in the lake. This destination is very busy during
the summers, especially at weekends, because of its proximity to Delhi. Around
Nainital, you will find Jeolikote, Bhimtal, Ramgarh and Mukteshwar, less
developed and quieter places.
5. Mussoorie
Mussoorie is another popular weekend destination for North
Indians, as well as honeymooners. One of the main reasons for this is that it
has many facilities specially designed for tourists. Take a cable car ride to
Gun Hill, enjoy a beautiful nature walk along Camel's Back Road, picnic in
Kempty Falls or ride to Lal Tibba (the highest peak in Mussoorie) . Mussoorie
also offers superb views of the Himalayas. If you are looking for a quieter
alternative nearby, check out Landour.
6. Almora
Almora, now the capital of the Kumaon region, was
established as the summer capital of the Chand Kings in 1560. It attracts
foreigners to the temple of Kasar Devi, where Swami Vivekananda's meditation
takes place. . There are places to relax in the area, such as Kasar Rainbow
Resort and Mohan's Binsar Retreat, as well as inexpensive bed and breakfasts
with private cottages just outside the city of Almora. Around Almora, you'll
find the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, Kausani (where Gandhi spent time writing
his treatise on Bhagavad Gita), Ranikhet and the Jageshwar temple complex.
7. National Park of the Valley of the Flowers
The remarkable landscape of the Valley of Flowers National
Park in the Gharwal region comes alive in the rain of the monsoon. This
Himalayan valley, located at high altitude, has about 300 different varieties
of alpine flowers, which appear as a carpet of bright colors on a mountainous
snowy background. It is a popular trekking destination, open from early June to
late October.
8. Char Dham
Located high in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand, Char Dham
(four temples) marks the spiritual source of four sacred rivers: Yamuna
(Yamunotri), Ganges (Gangotri), Mandakini (Kedarnath), and 'Alaknanda. (in
Badrinath). Hindus believe that the pilgrimage to Char Dham is very conducive.
Not only is he supposed to wash away all sins, but he will also free himself
from the cycle of birth and death.
9. Auli
Uttarakhand even has a ski destination! Auli is on the way
to Badrinath and has a long track of 3 km, a gondola, a chairlift and a lift of
Poma. For skiing, the conditions are the best from the last week of January to
the first week of March. However, it depends on good snowfalls, which are
variable. If you like hiking, the Kuari Pass trail is located in Auli. This
trek, which runs through Nanda Devi National Park, is one of the best and most
accessible in the state. Thrillophilia offers six-day guided tours from
Haridwar. There are so many other hiking trails in the area.
Accommodation options in Auli are rare, but Devi Darshan
Lodge is recommended if you do not stay at the popular hotel run by the
government Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (which offers ski programs). Otherwise,
the Himalayan Abode Homestay near Joshimath is excellent and the host is a
champion and a ski and snowboard coach. Another good option is Himalayan Eco
Lodge.
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10. Munsiyari
Magical Munsiyari, a small town surrounded by towering
mountains in Uttarakhand's Pithoragarh district, is a haven for mountaineers
and hikers. The flamboyant sunsets create a magnificent backdrop of colorful
peaks. However, hiking and trekking routes are the greatest attractions.
Munsiyari is the starting point for the challenging eight-day hike on the Milam
Glacier, and the much easier ride in 2-3 hours to Khalia Top is another
attraction. The Tribal Heritage Museum, which contains artifacts from
Munsiyari's trade with Tibet on the ancient Salt Road, is also worth a visit.
The Milam Inn, although basic, is the best place to stay in Munsiyari and
offers wonderful mountain views from the rooms.
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