Uttaranchal City Guide
Travel Uttaranchal, a dynamic state that entices travellers with an expression of divinity, austerity and meditation. Tour Uttaranchal, a part of the Western Himalayan ranges starting from the Shivalik foothills to Greater Himalayas.
Uttaranchal is one the India's smallest states and yet one of the most sought-after destinations. It offers resources unique in the world. Its spectacular natural beauty, pleasant climate, places of pilgrimages, abundant wildlife, and beautiful countryside -all these unite to make Uttaranchal a sizzling travel destination.
Comprising of eight hill districts and an area and population that equals the state of Himachal Pardesh, Uttaranchal is a major travel destination for tourists in search of eternal peace or for a change from their usual way of life. If you are planning to tour Uttaranchal, the state is easily accessible by air, rail and road.
Pilgrimages in Uttaranchal
Sacred pilgrimages of different religions including the world famous "Char Dham" or the four Hindu pilgrimage destinations of Shri Badrinath - Kedarnath - Gangotri - Yamunotri, the sacred Sikh pilgrimage of Hemkund - Lokpal, Nanakmatta and Meetha - Reetha Sahib and Piran Kaliyar have drawn pilgrims and seekers for spiritual fulfillment to Uttaranchal. Kailash Mansarovar, Tholingmath are all in the Chinese occupied Tibet, but for the people of yesteryears, these were some of the most important landmarks in Uttaranchal.
Adventure Sports In Uttaranchal
Uttranchal is a paradise for adventure sports. There are an extensive variety of adventure sports ranging from mountaineering (Bhagirathi, Chowkhamba, Nanda Devi, Sahastrataal, Khatling, Gaumukh), Trekking, Skiing (Auli, Dyara Bugyal, Mundali), Skating, Water Sports (in all the lakes and rivers in Garhwal) to aero sports like Hang Gliding, Para Gliding (Jolly Grant, Pauri, Mussoorie) making Garhwal one of the most attractive destinations for adventure sports not only in India but across the world.
Exclusive Uttaranchal
Places To See
Char Dham
Pilgrimages
Wild Life
Adventure Sports
Famous Festivals
Famous Recipes
Other Attractions
Garhwali Matrimonials
