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HOLIDAY DESTINATIONS

Famous Destinations : Chamba, Lansdowne
Major Attraction : Adventure, Monuments
Adventure Destination : Dodital
Heritage Destination : Kausani

Kasauni in Uttaranchal
Mesmerizing Beauty of Kasauni



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Holiday Destinations : Dodital, Kausani, Chamba and Lansdowne.
Chamba : Location – 283 kms from Delhi.  
Best Time to Visit – March and June.
Major Highlight – Tehri Dam, Kerala Massage Centre, Health Spa, Classic Resort,Walking Tours.
Excursions – Mussorie - 55 kms, Dhanaulti - 15 kms, Rishikesh - 60 kms.
Lansdowne : Location – 233 kms from Delhi.  
Best Time to Visit – During Monsoons in Mid April to Mid June.
Major Highlight – Bamboo Forests, Great Walks, British Church, Picnin at MaliniBarrage, Sahasradhara Falls, Gurukul.
Excursions – Tarkeshwar Mahadev - 12 kms, Dehradun - 125 kms.
Kausani : Location – 405 kms from Delhi.  
Best Time to Visit – February to June, September to November.
Major Highlight – Katarmal Sun Temple, Kainchi, Anashakti Ashram, Sumitra NandanPant, Shopping.
Excursions – Almora  - 47 kms, Baijnath  - 16 kms, Bageshwar  - 38 kms.
Dodital : Location – 424 kms from Delhi.  
Best Time to Visit – Mid April to Mid June, Mid September to Mid October.
Major Highlight – Fishing, Trekking and Camping, Picnicking.
Excursions – Manji - 6 kms, Haridwar  - 196 kms, Rishikesh - 160 kms.

Holiday Destination in Uttaranchal

The hill stations of Uttaranchal makes the perfect holiday destinations. With lush greenery bordered with snow clad mountains, the holiday trips of Uttaranchal are more of scenic splendor wherein one can enjoy the true bliss of nature. Explore the mystical appeal of the various temples along with the exotic beliefs that one can find in the various festivals. Take up Uttaranchal tours and explore the rural charms of some of the most quaint yet to be explored regions in Uttranchal that surely promises for a magnificent holiday tour for your family.

Chamba – Dominated by the Clouds

Travel to Chamba town of Uttaranchal where clouds come for a ride. This is a magical land which is dominated by the Tehri hills. The main attraction is the classic hilltop resort along with health spa and Kerala massage centre. Chamba is more about experience rather than attractions. Enjoy the growl of Panthers from nearby jungles, or observe the wild hares and honking Geese move about. Do nothing as that is what Chamba is all about. You can enjoy some great walks among the Cedar and pine forests where interminable little hill trails to traipse. This small town is located at a distance of 283 kms from Delhi, thus making it easily accessible. The excursions include Mussorie, Rishikesh and Haridwar.

Lansdowne in Uttaranchal
Old Church Cum Library of Lansdowne


Lansdowne – The Fairly Tale Town of Garhwal

This is one of the quietest hill station in India, which is known for its placidness and picturesque sceneries. A perfect honeymoon destination, it will give you a lot of time to while away with your beloved. Lansdowne is a paradise for those who want to enjoy walking tours. The main highlight of this town is also includes a British church that lies dilapidated. Though this town is a delight at any time of the year but if you are planning to go in the months of June, then do not forget carrying an Umbrella, to save yourself from the rains. Lansdowne is located 233 kms from Delhi and the nearest railway station is at Kotdwar (40 kms). From here one can hire buses to reach this scenic town.

Kausani – The Little Switzerland of India

Little away form the maddening crowd, perched on the Himalayan peaks, Kausani is a peaceful hill station with a plethora of attractions to offer. The prime attraction of Kausani is the Katarmal Sun Temple which is as celebrated as the Sun temple in Konark. To reach this destination, adventures can enjoy a hike of 45 minutes. One cannot miss visiting the Kainchi, which has the ashram of Neeb Karauri Baba, known for his miracles. There is a hot water spring by the name of Garam Pani, but the most important monuments is the Anashakti Ashram, where Gandhiji sojourned for a fortnight. Then there is the Sumitra Nandan Pant memorial and the tea gardens in vicinity. Among the delight of shopping, in Kausani you cannot miss buying local woollies and the famous tea that are claimed to be superior than the Darjeeling grades.
Kausani is quite an illustrious town so getting there is not a problem. The nearest rail head is at Kathgodam (131 kms) and from there you can hire a taxi to a bus to reach Kausani. The drive however, is scenic, past mountain streams and beautiful views.

Dodital in Uttaranchal
Scenic Holiday Retreat at Dodital


Dodital – Come to the End of the Rainbow

At an altitude of 10,850 ft Dodital is a stunning Alpine lake which has clear spring fed lakes surrounded by lush oaks and pine. In short, Dodital is infectious. More than heritage town, Dodital is famous for its adventure options. Fishing is widely practiced with the blue lakes fostering abounds of Rainbow and brown trouts. For the kids, there is a popular trek and a picnic spot where there is plenty of space to play. For the adults too, there is no dearth of trekking routes. Visit Dodital between Mid April to mid June or mid September to mid October, which is the the best season for trekking. The main trekking routes include Agora (6 kms) and Majhi (15 kms). Camping too can be enjoyed an there are various operators that make arrangements and provide the equipments. Horse and pony riding can also be enjoyed.
To reach Dodital, the nearest rail head is Haridwar (196 kms). You ca also hire jeep or take a bus to reach from Rishikesh by taking SH94.


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