Places to visit in Uttarakhand

There is a region named Shivpuri near Rishikesh. Overseen by the majestic Himalayas and surrounded by the lush green vegetation, Shivpuri is a beautiful place to be. Because of its rugged and uneven geography, the Ganges and its tributaries exhibit some of the most herculean rapids, providing a perfect setting to try river ...

Triveni Ghat is located in Mayakund, Rishikesh Uttarakhand. This ghat is on the banks of Holy River Ganga. This ghat is used for baths by pilgrims. You will find idols of Lord Vishnu and Krishna here. Triveni Ghat in Rishikesh is the meeting point of three holy rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati. It is the most honored hol...

The Lakshman Jhula Rishikesh is one of the main tourist attractions in the city of Rishikesh. This is basically a suspension bridge which connects the two villages which go by the names of Tapovan and Jonk. The first being in the Tehri Garhwal district and the latter in Pauri Garhwal district. Because the bridge is located ...

Mussoorie Company Garden is a well maintained exhibition of natural beauty which offers good opportunities for photography with fountains and flowering bushes. The gardens laid out in the British colonial style are a treat for the eyes as the place offers astonishing view of the hills around. There is a subtle arrangement t...

Kempty Falls is a popular tourist destination located in Ram Gaon towards the south of Kempty, in the district of Tehri Garhwal District in Uttarakhand, India. Kempty Falls in Mussoorie is located just at a distance of 13 km from Mussoorie on the Chakrata Road. 

Kempty Falls in Mussoorie (Uttarakhand) is a wonderful waterf...

Gun Hill in Mussoorie offers unparalleled views all over Mussoorie, the Doon Valley and the Garhwal Himalayas.Gun Hill sits at a daunting height of 6,640 feet (2,020 meters) which makes it the second-highest point in Mussoorie. From the summit, one can see views of the rolling green hills of the Doon Valley in all direction...

Happy Valley in Mussoorie is a place for you to explore with its typical Tibetan characteristics and culture, being one of the first places to have been inhabited by Dalai Lama in India. The Tibetan temples and the Municipal Gardens are a treat. Happy Valley extends right from the west of Library Point and ends somewhere ar...

Har Ki Pauri is a very famous ghat which is situated on the bank of the river Ganges in Haridwar in the Indian state of Haridwar. It is regarded as an acclaimed landmark in the holy city of Haridwar. The words “Har” means Lord Shiva, “Ki” means of and “Pauri” means footsteps which literally translate to footsteps of the Lor...

Mansa Devi temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to goddess Mansa Devi located in the holy city of Haridwar in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. This temple is located atop of the Bilwa Parvat on the Sivalik hills which are the southernmost mountain in the Himalayan mountain range. Mansa Devi temple Haridwar is also known as Bi...

Nainital, the “city of lakes” as it is widely known has a number of fascinating lakes in and around the place. Being a hill station adds much to its glory as an important tourist spot in India. The major attraction is the Nainital Lake which attracts tourists from various parts of the world. Famously known as the Naini Lake...

Home to more than 600 endangered species, Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park of India. Nestled in the midst of dense and rugged settings of Nainital in Uttarakhand, it is famous for the first launch of Project Tiger in the year of 1973. Established in 1936 as the ‘Hailey National Park’, this renowned wild...

There are a few places as serene as this prestigious Tapkeshwar Temple situated on the outskirts of Dehradun city. The temple is located amidst a forest and its gates are always lined up with devotees. It is also considered as one of the most prestigious temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. One of the key attractions of this te...

A miniature zoological park, Dehradun Zoo is set in the midst of Shivalik range of Doon Valley. Offering a perfect escape from the humdrum of the bustling city life, the enchanting Dehradun Zoo in Dehradun, Uttarakhand provides you with an amazing opportunity to get acquainted with astonishing wildlife in the Himalayan regi...

Kalsi is a small charming village, situated in Dehradun district and is 780 meters above sea level. This place falls in the Jaunsar-Bawar tribal belt region and is located at the assembly point of the rivers Yamuna and Tons. The place has a lush green forest and trees of oak and sal in its setting. Kalsi in Dehradun boasts ...

Built-in the later years of the 20th century by the revered Buddhist religious head Kochen Rinpoche, Buddha Temple in Dehradun is a magnificent Tibetan Monastery and is also known as Mindrolling Monastery. It was built not only to safeguard the religious and cultural sentiments of the Buddhists but also to promote the same....

An Indian national park located near Dehradun, Rajaji National Park is more than just what it is. The place is also a tiger reserve located on the foothills of the Himalayas in the Shivaliks. This beautiful national park is sprawled over a gigantic area of 820.42 sq kilometers. There are three rivers that pass through this ...

Clock Tower in Dehradun is situated at the heart of the valley. It is often considered as the city center. Just as the name suggests, the tower comes with a huge clock that has been the center of attraction of many visitors. It is one of those historical attractions in Dehradun that embodies the essence of the town. Moreove...

Uttarakhand is one of the most beautiful states in India as it shelters iconic hill stations which the country has to offer. One such location is Binsar which has gained a lot of popularity among travel enthusiasts because of its natural beauty and majestic landscape. People from all corners of the globe come to this humble...

Parmarth Niketan in Rishikesh is ideally located on the banks of Ganga and so close is the holy river to the Ashram that it seems to permeate your being with its holiness, be it your room or the private ghat at the Ashram. There are many rooms in the Ashram that gives you a soothing view of Ganga from your window. When you ...

If one calls Mussoorie the hottest cake for tourists, Landour is the cherry on top. And in its heart lies a place of brilliance called ‘Lal Tibba’. A perfect setting by the nature at a daunting altitude of 7500 feet/2286 meter, this is the highest peak in the vicinity of the mountain region. The picturesque view it lends is...

Chandi Devi Temple is located in the holy city of Haridwar in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. Chandi Devi Temple, Haridwar is located atop Neel Parvat on the eastern summit of Shivalik Hills, the southernmost mountain chain of the Himalayas. The temple is a site of major tourist attractions from all over the world. Chandi ...

Shantikunj is located in the holy city of Haridwar in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is situated on the bank of the holy river Ganga and between the Shivalik ranges of the Himalaya. It is a very popular tourist attraction in Haridwar and also for people who are seeking spiritual guidance. Shanktikunj Haridwar is consid...

Kainchi Dham is a pilgrimage center situated at the foothills of green forested Kumaon Hills in Uttarakhand.Astonishingly, Kainchi Dham gets its name “Kainchi” because of two sharp hairpin bends on the road to the Kainchi Dham Ashram. Kainchi Dham weather remains pleasant throughout the year. Kainchi Dham weather is cool an...

One of the best places to visit around Nainital, the Mukteshwar Temple has a strong religious connection with the Hindu culture. The temple is situated at an altitude of 2286 meters above the sea level in the lap of the magnificent Kumaon hills. However one has to cover some about 50 kilometers distance from Nainital to vis...

Situated near the beautiful Naini Lake, The Tibetan Market in Nainital is one of the most famous shopping destinations for tourists as well as for local people. The Tibetan Market in Nainital has gained its recognition owing to the sale of the unique “Tibet” products which reflect the culture and traditions of the Tibetan p...

One of the famous tourist attractions in Dehradun, Shikhar Fall is located in the Kairwaan village of Dehradun. It is easily accessible from Dehradun railway station, ISBT Dehradun and Jolly Grant Airport. Before it became a picnic spot, Shikhar Fall in Dehradun was a secluded place tucked away in the outskirts of the main ...

Robbers Cave is one of the primary attractions in the city of Dehradun in Uttarakhand, India. The place is accessible through an 8 km ride from the main city area. The Robbers Cave in Dehradun, Uttarakhand is located quite near to Sahastradhara whose name translates to a thousand-fold spring. Due to the close proximity of b...

The Mindrolling Monastery in Dehradun is amongst the six major monasteries of the Nyingma School in Tibet. This has been the best place to seek peace and purity. Home to the 130 feet statue of Lord Buddha, you can pay homage which was put up there as an honor to Dalai Lama. For a usual traveler, this place is best for spend...

Snuggled between the lush forests of Santur Garh, Santala Devi Temple is a religious attraction located at a distance of about 15 km from downtown Dehradun. Also, referred to as Santaura Devi Temple. Perched atop a cliff at a height of about 2083 meter along the right bank of Nun Nandi, it is one of the most sought-after pi...

Dunagiri is a charming place settled in the Himalayan Ranges. The place is famous for historical and religious importance. Many pilgrimages come to the place for spiritual enlightenment and to spend some time in a serene and tranquil atmosphere. The place is also famous for the Dunagiri temple which is devoted to the Goddes...

Located in the Almora district of Uttarakhand, Dwarahat is a town and a nagar panchayat which is perched at the gorgeous hills of Kumaon in the same state. Dwarahat sits at a height of 1,510 metres above sea level, and can be a perfect spot for a peaceful vacation.

According to the local language here, Dwarahat literally m...

Chitai Golu Devta Temple is a famous temple located in the Almora district of Uttarakhand. The temple is located at a distance of 9 km from the main city of Almora. Chitai Golu Devta Temple in Almora is dedicated to Gollu, an avatar of Lord Shiva which has taken the form of Gaur Bhairav. While there are so many temples of G...

Nanda Devi Temple is one of the prime attractions of the hill town of Almora in Uttarakhand, India. The temple is named after the Nanda Devi Peak and Goddess Parvati. The goddess is considered to be the daughter of the Kumaon community, hence, the temple holds a great value amongst the local people of Almora and the Kumaoni...

A small hamlet near Almora, Kasar Devi is located in the state of Uttarakhand. Kasar Devi Temple is found in this quaint village. Dedicated to the goddess Kasar Devi, the temple was named after her. The temple was constructed during the 2nd century CE and remains an intriguing tourist attraction till date. The sanctum sanct...

Drawing thousands of devotees from all around India, the Katarmal Sun Temple is a sacred pilgrimage site for Hindus. The temple is built in such a way that the first rays of the sun fall on the idol of Lord Burhadita, an ancient Sun God. The temple shows exemplary architectural beauty and is intermingled with impressive car...

Uttarakhand the magical land of the Gods is known for its stunning landscapes and mammoth temples which are visited by Hindu devotees all year round. By availing the services of Ranikhet Tourism, people can explore and relish the wondrous landscape that this region of the Indian subcontinent has to offer. Located almost 1,9...

Uttarakhand, the Land of Gods, is home to various Hindu pilgrimage sites. Rishikesh is the most famous temple out of the lot but Jageshwar Dham is also a hidden treasure of Uttarakhand.

Jageshwar Temple is a group of more than 100 Hindu temples which were constructed during the 9th and the 12th century. Located in Almora, ...