Uttarakhand, the North Indian Himalayan state packs in it an incredible amount. The center of Hindu religion and culture, Uttarakhand is also called the ‘Land of the Gods’ (Dev Bhoomi) because of its various holy places and shrines and the spiritual bliss that the natural surroundings of the state offers. Ganges and Yamuna, two most revered rivers of India, have their origin from the Himalayan glaciers in the state. The hilly regions of Uttarakhand offer pristine landscapes to the tourists unmatched to any other destination in the world.
Only 170 km north of Delhi by road, the state is a good weekend destination. Far from the madding crowds in such proximity, one could enjoy white-water rafting Shivpuri 16 kms from Rishikesh down the Ganges one day, trekking in the shadow of Himalayas the next, put the feet up and relax in hill stations, go camping at the hill tops or take a jeep safari on a hunt of tigers at Corbett and Rajaji National Parks; Uttarakhand can be an unimaginable destination with great diversity. There are many world heritage sites showcasing natural wonders in Uttarakhand, the world famous valley of the flowers, the Nanda Devi biosphere is one and Corbett National Park, which is one of the many National Parks in Uttarakhand, are known for their rich flora and fauna. Having a thick forest cover makes it a home for some of the best National Parks and bird sanctuaries famous globally for some of the rare species of birds and animals. Uttarakhand has 12 National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries located at different altitudes varying from 800 mts to the high altitude protected areas at 5400 mts. A number of rare and endangered birds make Uttarakhand also a preferred destination for bird watchers.
Apart from being the important Hindu religion, culture and heritage destination, Uttarakhand hills boosts of its great diversity that makes it a wonderful destination. It is the land of sky-kissing Himalayan peaks, huge glaciers, streams, and myriad lakes, Uttarakhand provides immense opportunities for adventure sports like skiing and thrilling water sports making it an ideal venue for adventure seekers. The large slopes of Garhwal and Kumaon covered with seasonal snow become an ideal place for skiing in the winter months.
Uttarakhand offers a multitude of trekking possibilities from mountaineering to trekking on high altitudes or hiking different routes. Its lush nature up to high altitudes makes trekking very special. State has a number of mountains peaks over 600m, among them in the Nanda Devi with 7816m.
One of its ancient’s cities on the banks of river Ganges – Rishikesh is popularly known as the ‘Yoga Capital of the World’, jostling with backpackers and pilgrims seeking spiritual enlightenment. Rishikesh became world famous in 1968 when the Beatles came to stay at Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s ashram. It was here that they reputedly wrote most of the White Album. Today, Rishikesh is popular with Western and domestic tourists and pilgrims.
Uttarakhand is a land where leisure time can be spent best by simply relaxing with the natural serenity. Destinations such as Mussoorie, National, Lansdowne, Almora, Mukteshwar etc that help one relax in the lap of nature.
The uninterrupted 180° panorama of the Nanda Devi range viewed on a clear and crystal Himalayan hilltown morning will remain with you forever. Rearing into the cloudless canvass of a blue Himalayan sky the ranks of attending snow pinnacles of Nanda Devi—‘the bliss-giving goddess’ will mesmerize you with the bounty of her benediction and set your pulses racing— as your soul encounters the magic of a tryst with the divine. The great devi goes by many names— Naina Devi…Parvati. Shakti —call her what you will, but it is here that the goddess reigns supreme—for this is her birthplace and she is the revered daughter of this land where from very ancient times shrines and lofty temples have been raised to her by king and commoner alike.
Nainital
Nainital is also called ‘city of lakes’, is a famous hill station in India. When we talk about Nainital, lakes, lush green hills and meandering paths come to our mind. Our Nainital tour packages will provide you the pleasant view of Nainital Lakes and hills. Nainital is easily accessible via trains, buses and taxis and its 300 km away from Delhi, it takes 8 hour to reach Nainital. Some of the popular sites in Nainital is Naina Devi Temple, China Peak, Hanuman Garhi and Snow View Point etc. Nainital Lake, a popular boating site with Naina Devi Temple on its north shore. Nainital with its beautiful lakes, temples and exotic scenery around is the perfect honeymoon destination nestled in the arms of Kumaon Hills. Nainital Lake separating Nainital into two parts, Tallital and Mallital. Tallital is the southern side of the lake, while Mallital consists of the northern upper reaches. Some popular engagements around Nainital are its lake, trekking, yatching, and horse-riding. A cable car runs from Nainital Lake to Snow View point, with vistas over the town and mountains including Nanda Devi. Nanda Devi is the highest peak in Uttarakhand. As a beautiful hill station, it gestures you to take a memorable break from the noise of the city. Booking Nainital tour packages through us to visit this hill station is an easy way to enjoy a fun-filled vacation. This pictorial lake town is also an ideal destination for tourist who is going for Nainital honeymoon package. Spending time with your beloved partner gets all the more tempting with the romantic charm of this hill station. Surrounded by lush green forests, couples can admire the amazing views of the Himalayas. Boating in the lake is something honeymooners will cherish forever.
Rishikesh
Rishikesh is 250 km away from Delhi and a perfect destination to spend your family and leisure tour away from the crowd of urban cities. Rishikesh has emerged as one of the most popular tourist destination for people who are looking for adventure, water rafting and religious peace. This beautiful place in Uttarakhand is the land of yoga, meditation and a variety of adventure sports. While for some tourist, it is a place where they can find their spiritual self and peace of mind, for several others this is the place where they can do adventure activities like water rafting, trekking, biking, climbing, bungee jumping etc. Rishikesh is the best place to escape the crowded city to make a memorable holiday and our Rishikesh rafting package will offer the thrilling experience of water sports in Rishikesh. Our wide range of Rishikesh tour package covers the popular tourist spots in the city including temples, Ganga Aarti, rafting, camping, wildlife and much more. Being a small city in Uttarakhand, Rishkesh also has a global fame as the world’s capital of Yoga and Meditation. Situated at the banks of River Ganges, the city is also a gateway to the Himalayas. There are a large number of temples in this religious town. The most popular areas covered in Rishikesh tour packages are Ram Jhula, Lakshman Jhula, Triveni Ghat and temples in Rishikesh. The River Ganges flowing through Rishikesh forms a beautiful sight for water rafting lover. One of the most beautiful place to visit in Rishikesh is Triveni Ghat as the name suggests, is a confluence of three holy river – Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. A place of belief, a dip in water will purify your soul.
Each year this hallowed town by the Ganga in the Himalayan foothills plays host to the International Yoga Festival in the month of March. Open to one and all the festival has been witnessing greater and greater crowds each year. Yoga (the ancient Indian science of health and wellness) and Meditation have been an integral part of spiritual realization in Indian traditions from ancient times.
Mussoorie
Mussoorie is a popular hill station in Indian state of Uttarakhand, situated at a height of 2005 meters above the sea level and located at a distance of 34 km from Dehradun. It is situated at the foothills of the Himalayas and is known as the Queen of the Hills. Mussoorie derives its name from the plants of “mansoor” which are available in large quantities in this region. You can enjoy the ropeway in Mussoorie at the Gun Hill. It also gives a bird’s eye view of the town. You can get a panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges from the Gun Hill. Mussoorie has several interesting tourist places like The Mall, which extends from Cloud’s End to Rockville. The Mall gives you a feeling of the old world charm which is heightened by the presence of the Municipal garden, the Tibetan School and Home and the National Academy of Administration. Initially an escape for the British from the unforgiving heat in the plains, Mussoorie has grown into a popular hill-station to provide you an escape into the wave of activity surrounding the scenic views. The Mall Road is the centre point of Mussoorie with its two ends Library and Picture Palace spread some distance away. Visit Mussoorie to admire the nature with beautiful waterfalls and sceneries as well as architectural marvel of colonial structures.
Corbett
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in Indian which got established in 1936 as Hailey National Park. After India’s independence the park was named as Ramganga National Park but later in 1956, it was renamed after Jim Corbett – the famous hunter turned conservationist and author, who played a major role in the establishment of national park. Jim Corbett National Park is one of the renowned Wildlife Sanctuary in India. Corbett National Park is in the foothills of Himalayan belt and has various geographical and ecological characteristics with splendid landscapes. There are four gates which lead us to Jim Corbett National Park and they are Amdanda Gate, Dhangarhi Gate, Khara Gate and Durga Devi Gate.
Lansdowne
When you enter town the first thing of interest you encounter are the pristine environs of the Garhwal Rifles Cantonment—home to the command office of the Garhwal Rifles of the Indian Army. One of the reasons this tiny hill town has been saved from overdevelopment has been the role of the Cantt Board in the civic administration. The town you’ll discover was first known as Kalundanda and saw its British residents way back in in 1887. You’ll also learn that in 1890 was named after Lord Lansdowne— Sir Henry Petty-FitzMaurice, the 5th Marquess of Lansdowne, who served as Viceroy of India from 1888 to 1894. Pop into the Darwan Singh Sangrahalaya, the war museum filled with memorabilia from the wars in which the Garhwal Rifles were involved.
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