PLACES TO VISIT Location : Uttaranchal Famous Wildlife Sanctuaries : Jim Corbett National Park Famous Hill Stations : Mussoorie, Nainital Famous Adventure Destinations : Rishikesh, Auli

A Sacred Mountain in Uttraranchal That Has the Holy Word 'OM'

Music Dance Arts & Crafts Cuisine Maha Aarti

Monumental Heritage Festivals Kumbh Mela People

Waterfalls Yoga & Meditation Valley of Flowers

Places to Visit in Uttaranchal – The Valley Beyond Par

Uttaranchal the abode of Gods, is truly one. Having not only famous pilgrimage destinations that are known for their religiosity, the reflection of God can also be found in the presence of the snow clad Himalayas, streams that flow with full vigor and the green meadows that invigorate the air, and the woods that complete the colorful scenery of Uttaranchal. Humans too have shown their creativity that is represented in the various temple attractions dotted all over the states, colonial monuments that reflect the British era and other popular attractions that have won the hearts of saints and yoga seekers all over the world.

Honeymoon Hill Cities in Uttaranchal

Honeymoon Destinations Dehradun Rishikesh

Holiday Destinations Mussoorie Haridwar

Nainital Ranikhet Almora

Uttaranchal has been bestowed with some of the most majestic glaciers, magnificent snow-clad mountains, gigantic and ecstatic peaks, valley of flowers, skiing slopes and dense forests. The cities of Uttaranchal are more of hill resorts wherein people come to escape the scorching heat of the sun. The capital of the state Dehradun is an ideal holiday destinations while the other famous destinations in Uttaranchal are Mussoorie and Nainital. Take some exploring walks in Mussoorie or enjoy boating and cemetery tours in Nainital, these popular hill stations in Uttaranchal have many tourist attractions. They are also ideal honeymoon destinations in India.

People Performing Prayers in Holy Ganges in Haridwar

Bow Your Head in Pilgrim Destinations of Uttaranchal

Pilgrim Destinations Kedarnath

Badrinath Gangotri Yamunotri

Char Dham Mukteshwar

Pilgrimage holds a very important place when talking about Uttaranchal. Plan tours to Haridwar which plays host to the largest religious congregation on earth – Kumbh Mela. Do not miss the evening Aarti at Hari ki Pauri ghat. The religious destination of Rishikesh that has many temple attractions is also the yoga capital of the world. Visit in the month of February when the International Yoga festival is going on and try to learn the 'asans' that are the secrets to a happy life.
Talking about pilgrimage Uttaranchal is also the owner of the Char Dham yatra where in pilgrims have to pay reverence in the four towns of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath.

Send Chill Down Your Spine With Adventure in Uttaranchal

Adventure Skiing

Trekking Rafting

Mountain Sports

Uttaranchal has created a well deserved niche for itself in the adventure world. The most important sport in Uttaranchal for which it is known all over the world is rafting and that too is Rishikesh. Challenge the waters and indulge in this sport. Other water sports that can be enjoyed are angling and kayaking. Among the winter sports Uttaranchal offers skiing that is best enjoyed in Auli. The cable car will take you from Joshimath to the top of the mountain and from there the skier has to come down. If you want to burn those extra kilos then there are various trekking routes that will surely bring your body to that perfect shape. Thinking of spending some time quite time alone, Nainital and Mussoorie have some of the best roads for strolling. Adventure is more like a world in Uttaranchal where the adventurers have multitudinous things to explore.

Herd of Elephants at Jim Corbett

Hunt for the Wild Faces in Uttaranchal – Wildlife in Uttaranchal

Wildlife Jim Corbett National Park

Nanda Devi National Park

Rajaji National Park

Uttaranchal has some of the best preserved wildlife parks in the country as well as the world. Begin your wildlife tours from the first national park and tiger reserve of India – Jim Corbett National park. Home to the rare species of the Bengal tiger, here you can enjoy the animals in their natural habitat. Elephant safaris and jeep ride are the most exciting attraction of this park. Along with the Jim Corbett sanctuary there are Rajaji national park and Nanda Devi national park. In Nanda Devi wildlife sanctuary one can sight the elusive white tigers along with the famous Himalayan bear.

Glaciers And Lakes in Uttaranchal

Glaciers

Lakes

Uttaranchal is the beginning point of rivers like the holy Ganges and Yamuna. There are many glaciers in Uttaranchal that are located in great height making them not easily accessible and hence very exciting. Ice trekking on these glaciers is a popular activity. There are also many lakes and waterfalls in Uttaranchal that makes it a perfect holiday destination in India. Picnicking around the lakes, boating in the lakes and enjoying some leisure tourism is all that these water bodies of Uttaranchal have to offer.