Uttarakhand
is one of the most famous tourist hubs, situated in the Northern part of
India. Due to so many spiritual places
here, also known as Devbhoomi. The beauty of Uttarakhand is so inherent due to
its wonderful natural views, which attract people to visit this at least one
time in their life. It comprises of all
beautiful things like the unseen beauty of high mountains- The Great Himalayas,
Rippling water of the sacred rivers – Ganga, Bhagirathi, and Alaknanda,
Spiritual and Peaceful atmosphere, excellent weather, mesmerizing flora and
fauna, and simplicity of the people. This true beauty draws the attention of
tourists and becomes the reason to explore
Uttarakhand.
Why you Visit Uttarakhand
Here are 7 compelling reasons to visit in Uttarakhand or plan it to make your next holiday destination in India.
1. Land of Gods
Uttarakhand is a place of the land of the Gods because there are a lot of numbers of Hindu temples and holiest shrines found throughout the state. These spiritual places and temples connect the people to divine power.” Hindu’s most famous spiritual place to visit in Uttarakhand is Chota Chardham- Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri. Chota Chardham is the main reason tourists to visit here at least once in their whole life. There are so many Hindu temples and Pilgrimage sites such as Tungnath, Neelkanth, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Lakhamandal, Hemkund Sahib, etc. People come to Uttarakhand in different parts of India and other countries to connect and feel the aesthetic power of God.
2. Place of Adventurous Activities
The Geographical structure of Uttarakhand becomes it a perfect place for hiking, walking, or trekking. It has some of the highest and most beautiful peaks of the great Himalayas in India, Many Himalaya mountain peaks of Uttarakhand are unclimbed and unnamed are situated in the Karakoram ranges, Garhwal and Kumaon Himalayas like Nanda Devi, Kamet, Trishuli, Satopanth, Mana peak, etc. Some of the famous treks of Uttarakhand are Chopta Trek, Kedarkantha Trek, Bali pass Trek, Auden’s Col trek, Har Ki Dun trek, etc. If you are an adventure lover, then it is the best place to do adventurous activities like trekking, hiking, and camping, etc. That’s why Uttarakhand becomes a famous tourist destination.
3. Place of Lakes and WaterFalls
Uttarakhand has a number of the most beautiful and freshwater lakes that create a picturesque environment. Sat Tal, Bhimtal, NainiLake, Deoria Tal, Vasukital, GovindGhat are the most visitable tourists place in Uttarakhand. The glory of waterfalls also attracts people to visit here. Tiger falls, ShikharFall, Kempty Fall, BhattaFalls are the famous tourist places in Uttarakhand where a large number of tourists come to enjoy the amazing view of Waterfalls and rejuvenate their soul and mind.
4. Hill Stations
Uttarakhand offers a wide variety of natural beauty which includes a gigantic view of the Himalayas surrounded by abundant lush greenery, snow-capped mountains, and rivers, etc. It creates the curiosity to know it in minds of tourists so that’s why they explore Uttarakhand. There are so many beautiful hill stations that make Uttarakhand a romantic destination for couples. Auli, Mussorie, Kausani, Chamba, Almora, Lansdowne, and Ranikhet are the most visitable tourist destinations of Uttarakhand.
5. Holiest Rivers and its Confluence
Uttarakhand
has gifted the origin of the Hindu's most religious and sacred rivers The Ganga and The Yamuna. Gaumukh is the origin of Ganga and Yamuna originates from Yamunotri
Glacier. Panch Prayag is the confluence of five sacred rivers where people take
a dip in the holy water and worship. Most of the people come to Haridwar and
Rishikesh for darshan, bathing, and taking the holy water of Ganga. During
Kumbh Mela, there is a crowd of people who come here for doing worship, bathe,
and performing so many rituals. It is also a reason for the popularity
of Uttarakhand.
6. National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries
Uttarakhand has many national parks and wildlife
sanctuaries that make it an abode of wide varieties of flora and fauna. Jim
Corbett National Park, Rajaji National Park, Valley of Flowers, Kedarnath
Wildlife Sanctuary and Nanda Devi National Park are Uttarakhand's points of interest.
It is a wonderful place for wild lovers because there is a wide range of species
of wildlife.
7.
Heritage sites
& Historical Monuments
There are a number of heritage sites and historical
monuments which makes it rich in cultural heritage. They narrate the untold
story of the medieval era and historical facts of Uttarakhand and also depicts the beauty of the ancient Pahari architecture. Katarmal Sun Temple, Dwarahat,
Patal Bhuvneshwar, Baijnath Temple, Bageshwar, Kalsi, Narendranagar, Pithoragarh
fort are Uttarakhand's famous places to
visit.
In Brief, Uttarakhand is a state that unfolds the beauty of nature and attracts everyone who takes an interest to stay close to nature and feel it. So make it to a part of your travel destinations and discover Uttarakhand by visiting places and experience the real beauty of nature. The moment when you capture the beautiful scene in your memories then your trip becomes unforgettable.
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