Places to visit: Dehradun, Mussoorie, Dhanaulti, Nainital, Ranikhet, Almora, Kausani
City Info : Situated in northern part of India, Uttaranchal is surrounded by Tibet & Nepal in the North, Madhya Pradesh in the South, Haryana, Delhi & Rajasthan in the West and Bihar in the East. Dehradun, Mussoorie, Nainital and Ranikhet are the valleys with immense natural beauty. The sacred river of Hinduism, the Ganges flows through holy places in Uttaranchal. Uttaranchal is a scenic state, which has got many hill stations sprinkled along the foothills of the Himalaya. The place has many excellent trekking routes and countless other tourist destinations.
Uttaranchal Tourism :
Dehradun Tour & Travel PackageDehradun the capital city of Uttarachal is a complete blend of city and hill culture. It is set in the foot hills of Himalayas at the centre of the 120 kms long Doon Valley. The name Dehradun is literally made up of two words where Dera means Camp and Dun stands for Valley. The beautiful town is referred as the gateway to Mussoorie and Garhwal interior. It is perhaps one of the oldest cities in India and was occupied in turns by the Sikhs, Mughals and Gurkhas before coming under the reigns of the British. Elite educational and other institutions were established during the British period.
Dehradun Tourist Map
Dehradun is today proud of its institutions like the Forest Research Institute, Doon and Welham Schools, ONGC, Indian Military Academy, Wadia Institute of Himalayan Studies, Survey of India and Botanical Survey of India etc. The Survey of India was established in 1767 and its greatest achievement was to determine the height of Mt. Everest. Being a host of large Cantonment area, the city is a popular retirement spot. It is also famous for aromatic long grain rice - Basmati Chawal (Rice) and delicious litchies.
Assan Barrage (40 kms): The wet land near the confluence of rivers Assan and Yamuna attracts large number of migratory birds and is an 'ornithologist's paradise'.
Mussoorie : Mussoorie, the 'Queen of Hills' perched at a height of 2000 metres is one of the most popular hill resort of the country. It was set up in 1823, by Captain Young during the British era and is 34 kms from Dehradun. This popular weekend retreat provides first glimpse of snow-clad Himalayas for the travellers from the plains.
Gun Hill: This second highest peak of Mussoorie had a gun mounted over it, which was fired to herald mid-day. Travelling by the 400 m ropeway connecting the Mall to Gun Hill is quite exciting.
Childrens' Lodge: It is the highest peak of Mussoorie and has a telescope which provides aweinspiring views of the Himalayas and Doon valley.
Camel's Back Road: It is a charming pony trek or walk which girdles the northern base of Gun Hill. A fine view of sun-set can be enjoyed from here.
Mussoorie Travel Package
Municipal Garden: Beautiful garden and scenic picnic spot. An artificial lake and boating facilities.
Nag Devta Temple: The ancient temple on Cart Road is 6 kms from the town and is popular among devout followers, who believe that wishes are fulfiled here.
The Jheel: Fine picnic spot on Dehradun - Mussoorie road.
Clouds End: The beautiful bungalow amidst lush deodar forest was one of the first four buildings of Mussoorie. It has now been converted into a hotel.
Around Mussoorie
Kempty Falls (15 kms): The picturesque waterfall is a popular attraction of Mussoorie.
Bhadraj Temple (15 kms): It is dedicated to Lord Balbhadra, brother of Shri Krishna. Panoramic view of the Doon Valley and Chakrata ranges.
Surkhanda Devi (35 kms): The temple of Surkanda Devi is located 8 kms from Dhanolti. The temple commands a majestic view.
Jwalaji Temple (Benog Hill) (9 kms): The shrine amidst lush forest affords a fine view of the Himalayan peaks, Doon valley and. Yamuna valley.
Rishikesh
Rishikesh, the 'place of sages' is an important pilgrim and spiritual centre on the right bank of holy Ganga. It is surrounded by Shivalik ranges on three sides and is the starting point for the Char Dham pilgrimage.
Temple, Rishikesh Travel PackagesIt also attracts large number of people interested in meditation, Yoga and other aspects of Hinduism. The International Yoga week, which attracts participation from all across the world, is held here every year from 2nd to 7th Feb on the banks of Ganga.
Bharat Mandir: This temple is deidicated to Bharat, the brother of Lord Ram. It lies near the Triveni Ghat and is the oldest temple in Rishikesh.
Triveni Ghat: The sacred bathing ghat on the banks of Ganga is believed to be the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and the legendary Saraswati river. The evening Aarti ceremony here is worth attending.
Shatrughan Temple: This is an ancient temple dedicated to Shatrughan, Lord Ram's brother and is situated 5 kms from Rishikesh.
Neelkanth Mahadev: It is set atop a hill across the Ganga. According to mythological legends Shiva drank the venom produced during 'Sagar Manthan' here, which turned his throat blue and was named Neelkanth.
Lakshman Jhoola: This hanging bridge across Ganga is about 5kms from Rishikesh, on the way to Badrinath. It was originally a jute rope bridge without pillars and was rebuilt with iron ropes in 1889. On the side of this famous bridge is the well known Shri Raghunathji temple dedicated to Lord Ram.
Kailash Niketan Temple: The 13 storied structure is the main temple at Laxman Jhoola.
Ram Jhoola: The hanging bridge similar to Lakshman Jhoola is built between the Shivanand Ashram and the Swargashram.
Shivanand Ashram (The Divine Society): The famous spiritual centre was established by Swami Shivanand. It imparts lectures on spiritual life and training in meditation and Yoga.
Mussoorie
Lake, Nainital Tour PackageLocated at a height of 2000 mete,rs, this picturesque hill resort was set up during the days of the "Raj". It's treks and walks down the famous Camel Back Road welcome visitors in the summer and in the winter. For the Angler, fishing is available for Trout or Mahsee.
Sight Seeing: Gun Hill, Camel's Back Road, Kempty Falls, Lal Tibba, The Jheel
Dhanaulti
Situated on the Mussoorie-Chamba route, Dhanaulti is 31 kms from Mussoorie via Landao Bazar. It is located amidst thick, virgin forests of deodar, rhododendrons and oaks. The long wooded slopes, lazy outings, cool caressing breeze, warm, lovely weather and fabulous view of snow covered mountains makes it an ideal retreat for a relaxed holiday.
Sight Seeing: Surkanda Devi, Chamba and New Tehri.
Nainital
Nainital is a lake resort set at a height of 1,938 meters in a beautiful valley. Surrounded by seven hills, the sparkling waters of a natural lake make it a gem among hill resorts. Legend has it that the lake was formed when the Goddess Sati lost her eyes at this spot.
Sight Seeing: Naini Lake, Snow View, Naina Peak, Hanuman Garhi
Ranikhet
It reflects the best of the heavenly Himalayas; their lush green forests, exotic plant life, attractive wild life and majestic mountain peaks. According to a popular belief, this place had won the heart of Rani Padmini, Queen of Raja Sudhardev. She chose this scenic place to be her abode and since it has come to be known as Ranikhet, literally "Queen's Field". The invigorating mountain breeze, the singing of birds, the panoramic view of the Himalayas - the sights, sounds and smells leave the onlooker spellbound. During the rain, flowers cover the valley and as winter comes, the soft falling snowflakes cover the environs in sheets of pure whiteness. Ranikhet is an all season destination.
Sight Seeing: Chaubatia, Bhaludam, Jhoola Devi Ram Mandir, Mankameshwar, Upat and Kalika, Hairakhan Temple, Tarikhet, Binsar Mahadev, Majkhali, Dwarahat, Chaukhutia, Bhikiasain, Manila, Naithna Devi Jaurasi, Khairna and Pandukholi.
Almora
Almora Tourism IndiaAlmora, the capital of Kumaon is situated between Kaushiki (Kosi) and Salmali (Siyal) rivers. This is the birth land of several noted freedom fighters, intellectuals, technocrats and bureaucrats. This place has been the prime administration center for the Chanol Kings, Gorkha invaders and British colonialists. Quaint hill resorts such as Chaukori, Ranikhet, Sitlakhet, Binsar, Kausani, Jageshwar and Bageshwar are all around Almora which attract nature lovers.
Sight Seeing: Public Museum, Nanda Devi Museum, Bright & Corner, Deer Park, Chetai Temple, Simtola
Kausani
1890 meters above sea level, Kausani, provides a breathtaking view of the snow capped peaks of Panchchuli, Nandakot, Nanda Devi, Trishul, Nanda, Ghunti and Chaukhan. The famous Hindi poet Sumitra Nandan Pant and the famous folk singer Gopidas belong to Kausani. Gandhiji wrote a book 'Ana-Shanti Yoga' as he was impressed by the serenity. You can enjoy the sight seeing of Katarmal and Baijnath Temple.
Sight Seeing: Annashakti Ashram, View of the Nanda Devi Hill
How to Reach
By Air: The airport for Dehradun is Jolly Grant (24 kms):
By Rail: Dehradun is well connected by rail with important towns of the country.
BY Road: It is connected by good network of roads and highways.
Uttaranchal or Uttarakhand is located at Latitude of 28°43' N to 31°27' N and in longitude it is between 77°34' E to 81°02' E. This state is located at northern part of India and famous for its hilly regions and pilgrim places of Hindu religion. The Char Dham Yatra the most scared pilgrimage for Hindus is located in this state.
This state has 13 districts and 78 tehesils. Dehradun ( Dehra Dun ) is the capital of this sate. The state has nearly 70% of its area under forest cover and the main crops include rice, wheat and Barley.
The state is divided into two main regions Kumaon & Garhwal
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Confluence of rivers or Prayags
Nandprayag The confluence of river Ganga and Yamuna is know as Prayag and this place is located in the state of Uttara Pradesh. Similarly in the upstream there are many such confluences and these are located inside the state of Uttrakhand. These places have high religious significance and have many pilgrim places around it. Here are some of the important places famous for two rivers joining.
Vishnuprayag the confluence of Alaknanda & Dhauli Ganga
Nandaprayag the confluence of Alaknanda & Nandakini river.
Karnaprayag the confluence of Alaknanda & Pindar river
Rudraprayag the confluence of Alakananda & Mandakini
Devprayag the confluence of Alaknanda & Bhagirathi river, from here the river is officially known as the Ganga river.
These rivers pass through some famous religious places before the confluence and finally river Ganga & Yamuna flows out of the state. Different glaciers are the origin of these rivers. The famous Bhagirathi river passes through Gangotri temple ( one of the Char Dham Yatra) originates from Gaumukh glacier. River Alaknanda starts from the Alakpuri glacier and passes through Badrinath Dham. River Mandakini passes through Kedarnath temple.
Char Dham Yatra
Char Dham Yatra
Gangotri temple
Yamunotri temple
Kedarnath temple
Badrinath Dham temple
Hindus from all part of the world visit this state for a trip to Char Dham or four religious temples located inside this state. Not only Hindus but all nature lovers visit these places for the scenic beauty of the snow capped hills, rivers etc. The four temples are Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. By visiting to these places one will cover most parts of Uttarakhand state and will have a life time experience of Himalayan culture and life style. This religious tour is operational only during April to October months of the year. Out of the four place road connectivity is not there at the last phase for two temples. Read more on this Char Dham tour here.
Hill stations in Uttranchal
Probably the entire state is a hill station but some places are popular among Indian tourist so got the special mark as hill station. There are two popular places; one is Mussoorie in Garhwal Himalaya and Nainital in Kumaon region. Both these places are well connected from Delhi.
There are other places like Auli ( winter sports and Skiing ), Chopta, Ranikhet, Joshimath and many other places which attracts trekkers and nature lovers from all part of the world.
Peaks of Garwal
Garwal region has some beautiful peaks which attracts many trekkers and mountaineers to this region. The highest among these peaks are Nanda Devi at an height of 7817 meters. Other peaks are Neelkanth ( 6597 meter ), Mana peak 7272 meter, Trisuli 7074 m, Chaukamba 7138 meter, Dunagiri peak 7066 meter.
Wild Life in Uttarakhand
Corbett national parkThe state has good green cover & the famous Corbett National Park is located at the Kumaon region. This park is famous for tiger reserve. Ramnagar is the main entry point to this park. Valley of flowers is one of the famous destination for trekkers and the best time to visit this place is from Middle of August to Middle of September
For location, route map and distances of major tourist visiting places in Uttarkhand, click the first image at the top.
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Almora is endowed with exceptional natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, exquisite handicrafts, delectable cuisine and exotic wildlife.
This charming hill resort was the flourishing capital of the Chand dynasty. The region was earlier under the reigns of the Katyuri king Baichaldeo, who donated this area to a Gujarati Brahmin Sri Chand Tiwari. In 1560 the capital of Chand Dynasty was shifted to Almora (from Champawat) by Kalyan Chand. The beautiful town is set on a 6 kms long horse saddle shaped ridge. It affords breathtaking views of the snowy summits of Himalayas and is an excellent place for a peaceful holiday.
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Almora Stats
Almora MapDistrict Headquarters: Almora
Area: 3090 sq km
Latitude 29° 36' N
Longitude 79° 30' E
Total Population: 630,567
Literacy : 74.53%
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Places to Visit in Almora
Chitai Temple : Eight kms from Almora is the Chitai Temple, dedicated to Golu Devta. An incarnation of Gaur Bhairav, he is reputed to make every wish come true, provided the worshipper ask for it with a clear conscience. All he asks for in propitiation is a bell, as was evident from the thousands of bells strung across the temple premises. Anyone can even seek Gol Devta's divine intervention by writing to him. A stack of letter ws pinned up next to his image, astride a horse.
Kosi Temple (10 kms): The temple was built in the 12th century by the Katyuri dynasty. One of the earliest Sun temples in India.
Gananath (47 kms): Gananath is famous for an old Shiva Temple and many interesting natural caves in a charming landscape. It is located 47 kms north of Almora.
Someshwar : About 35 kms north from Almora, Someshwar has an ancient Shiva temple considered to be constructed by the founder of the Chand Dynasty, Raja Som Chand.
Kausani : This charming hill resort set amidst several snow- capped peaks is endowed with exceptional natural beauty. Mahatma Gandhi came here in 1929, and was fascinated by the scenic grandeur of Kausani. His commentary on the Gita-AnaShakti Yoga was written here at the Anashakti Ashram. Sumitra Nandan Pant, a noted Hindi poet was born here. More about Kausani
Jageshwar : The pilgrim site located in a verdant valley is 38 kms from Almora and is believed to be one of the twelve Jyotirlinga's in the country. The Swayambhu Linga named Nagesh is enshrined here. The temple complex has 124 shrines and hundreds of statues noted for exquisite craftsmanship. In Jageshwar, fairs are held during Shivaratri and in the month of 'Shravan' (July - August). The place is frequented by both religious as well as nature lover tourists.
Around Jageshwar
Vridh Jageshwar : Scenic beauty and an old temple.
Mritola Ashram (10 kms) : A centre of spiritual and natural beauty.
Ranikhet : Ranikhet or the "Queen's Field" perched at an altitude of 1829 metres represents the very best of Himalayan beauty. The lush forests, magnificent peaks, and exotic flora and fauna have made Ranikhet a tourists paradise. It is believed that Rani Padmini, the queen of Raja Sukhdev was completely captivated by the scenic splendour and decided to settle over here and thus the town came to be known as Ranikhet. More about Ranikhet
Chaubatia : It is popularly known as 'Orchard Country' for its fruits and government apple gardens. It commands a picturesque view of the Himalayas. The Bhalu dam near Chaubatia is famous for an artificial lake and a fine picnic spot. Its just 3kms from Ranikhet.
Tarikhet (8 kms) : It is famous for the Gandhi Kuti and the temple of Golu Devta venerated in the Kumaon hills.
Upat & Kalika : Six kms from Ranikhet, Upat is a modern but historical place with one of the best 9-hole golf course in the country. The course was originally laid out by a British cavalry officer. Upat is a boon to the enthusiast. At 6000 feet above sea level there is a different satisfaction in playing golf. In this course there are bungalows for the players to stay. Many films have been shot here.
Majkhali (13 kms) : Just one km from Upat is Kalika village famous for its temple to the Goddess Kali. It also hosts a forest nursery. A beautiful snowcapped mountain view is available on the other side of the golf link at Upat.
Jhoola Devi Temple (7 kms) : The famous temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga and Lord Rama.
Chilianaula (4 kms) : The temple of Baba Haira Khan here is located amidst scenic surroundings.
Binsar Mahadev : Binsar Mahadev is located at 19kms from Ranikhet, on the way to Ramnagar and 2kms from Sonidant, amidst dense Pine and Deodar forests. The shiva Temples of Binsar Mahadev are a unique place for meditation and picnics. More about Binsar
Manila : Manila (means 'enchanting') is 87 km from Ranikhet and 75 km from Ramnagar. One can also reach the wilderness of this place after walking 13 km from Bhikiyasain. Manila is the seat of Manila Devi, the family Goddess of Katyuri clan. The forests and Himalayan views from this hill, which is spread from Sadar to Dotiyal are worth remembering. 25 km from this place is the memorial of 'Quit India Movement Martyrs' of this region at Khumar.
Dwarahat : Situated in a wide valley of the river Ramganga, Dwarahat lies around 32 KMs from Ranikhet. Dwarahat was once the seat of the Katyuri kings who are said to have ruled from the Great Himalayas to the plains. It is famous for its 55 cluster temples of Katyuri period. Main attraction is 8 groups temple (Mrityunjay, Dhwaj, Badrinath, Durga, Duijar Deval, Ratan Dewal, Maniyal and Kachri) dating from the 11th century and have some fascinating stone carvings. Kumaon's famous Syalde-Bikhoti Mela is held in Dwarahat from 13th to 15th April annually.
Doonagiri : 47 kms north of Ranikhet, Doonagiri is rich in historical and religious significance. Many myths bear testimony to this fact, according to which when Hanuman was carrying the Sanjiwani booty a piece fell here and since that day, this place is known as Doonagiri. Rich in natural splendour, Doonagiri is adorned by a temple of Vaishno Devi (the famous cave Goddess). To cap it all, Doonagiri offers a clear picture of the imposing Himalayas. For pilgrims Doonagiri is abuzz with festivals during Chait and Ashwin months of Navratras.
Pandukholi : 10 kms from Doonagiri. From Mangalikhan to Kukuchina you can come by bus. The remaining distance is a 5 kms walk. The caves built by Pandavas are worth watching at Pandukholi.
Taragtal : 5 km treks from Pandukholi, Taragtal is a seasonable Lake. This place can also be visited from Chaukhutia.
Chaukhutia : This picturesque place derives its name from a Kumaoni word "Chakuta" which means four feet. In Chaukhutia's context four feet means four ways. From here the entire region is easily accessible.
54 kms from Ranikhet, Chaukhutia is on the Ranikhet-Badrinath highway. It is situated in the bank of Ram Ganga River. Chaukhutia's historical past and religious significance can be seen basking in its glory in nearby areas. Kali temple, Vaishno Devi's temple, ancient fort and ruins of Katyuri dynasty all makes Chaukhutia an explorer's delight. This place is also famous for fishing centre.
Kali (Agneri Devi) Temple : Kali Temple popularly known as Agneri Devi Temple, dedicated to Hindu Goddess Kali is situated around half km from Chaukhutia in Jaurasi road near Dudhalia village on the bank of Ram Ganga River. Every year thousands of people witness a large number of animal sacrifice (mainly buffalos and goats) in Navratras in the month of March-April.
LakhanPur Temple : Lakhanpur temple is situated at 6 kms from Chaukhutia in Jorasi-Chaukhutia road. This temple belongs to the Katyuri kings. A small fair is also held here every year in the month October-November.
Jaurasi : 16 kms from Chaukhutia at an altitude of 6000 ft. above sea level is Jaurai. It is famous for its panoramic view.
Masi : 34 km from Bhikiyasen on the way to Chaukhutia and 54 km from Ranikhet is the famous temple of Goddess Durga called Naithna Devi. It can also be reached through a 4 km. trek from Masi. Every year, Somnath Fair on Vishuwat Sankranti day is held in Masi during May-June. It is a famous fair of Pali Pachhaun. Brisk business takes place during the fair and animals, specially bullocks and calves are sold.
Bhumia Temple : Situated at the bank of Ram Ganga River near Masi Bazaar is the Bhumia Temple. Thousands of people from different parts of Uttranchal visit and worship in this temple through out the year.
Rudeshwar Mahadev Temple : Rudeshwar Mahadev Temple is located at Sanana around 50 km from Raniket in Bhikiasain-Chaukhutia Road along the banks of Ram Ganga River. This is one of the historic temples of Lord Shiva in Kumaon region. It is believed that Lord Rama had worshipped in this temple that’s why the river called “Ram Ganga”. It is also evident from the marks on the temple’s walls and Shivling that here worshipped have been held for many era. For last few years, Almora’s biggest Shivratri Mela is being held in this temple.
How to reach Almora
By Air: The nearest airport for Almora is Pantnagar (127 kms)
By Rail: Nearest railway station is Kathgodam (90kms), which is connected with Lucknow, Delhi and Kolkata (Howrah).
By Road: Almora is well connected by road. Main road distance from Almora are - Lucknow (466 kms), Dehradun (412 kms), Nanital (71 kms), Delhi (382 kms), Bareilly (205 kms), Kathgodam (90 kms), Pithoragarh (122 kms), Haridwar (357 kms), Haldwani (96 kms).
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Bageshwar, the 'Abode of Gods' is an important pilgrim and tourist centre. It is located about 90 kms from Almora on the confluence of the rivers Saryu and Gomti. The town is famous for ancient Bagnath Temple and the annual Uttaraini fair held in January.
Bageshwar MapThe beautiful town is also a delight for adventure sports lovers. The famous Pindari, Sunderdunga and Kafni glaciers can be reached via Bageshwar.
Bageshwar gets its name form this ancient temple of Lord Shiva set in the heart of the town. According to mythological legends, sage Markandey lived here and the place was visited by Lord Shiva in the form of Bagh or tiger.
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Bageshwar Stats
District Headquarters: Bageshwar
Area: 2310 sq km
Total Population: 241,659
Literacy: 71.94%
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Places to Visit in Bageshwar
Bagnath Temple: Bageshwar gets its name form this ancient temple of Lord Shiva set in the heart of the town. According to mythological legends, sage Markandey lived here and the place was visited by Lord Shiva in the form of Bagh or tiger. The sacred shrine was built during the reign of the Chands and it is believed that no one could install the Shivlinga in the sanctum, finally, Shri Manorath Pandey of Palayn village performed penance and succeeded in installing the Shivlinga on Shivratri. Since then a massive fair is held here on 'Shivratri' to mark this auspicious occasion. Large number of pilgrims flock to the shrine, especially on Shivratri and on every Monday of the holy month of 'Sharvan'.
There are also group of temples dedicated to various Hindu deities. The main shrines among them arethe Bhairav temple, Dattatrey Maharaj, Ganga Mai temple, Hanuman temple, Durga temple, Kalika temple, Thingal Bhairav temple, Panchnam Junakhara and the Vaneswar temple etc.
Chandika Temple: This beautiful shrine of Goddess Chandika attracts large number of devotees during the holy Navratras.
Shri Haru Temple: This important shrine lies about 5 kms from Bagheswar. It is believed that the wishes. of the devotees are fulfiled here. A large fair is held here on the auspicious occasion of Vijaya Dashmi.
Gauri Udiyar: The sacred site is 8 kms from Bageshwar and has a large cave enshrining idols of Lord Shiva.
Other important shrines in and around Bageshwar are - Ram Ghat temple, Agnikund temple, Nileshwar temple, Kukuda Mai temple, Shitla Devi temple, Trijugi Narayan temple, Hanuman temple, Nileshwar Dham, Swarg Ashram, Ramji temple, Loknath Ashram, Ashram of Amitji, Jwala Devi temple, Veni Mahadev temple, Radha Krishna temple, Bhileshwar Dham, Suraj Kund, Siddartha Dham, Gopeshwar Dham, Golu temple and Praktishwar Mahadev.
Around Bageshwar
Baijnath (26 kms): This historical and pilgrim site on Gwaldam motor road is set on the banks of river Gomti in Katyuri valley. It was once the capital of Katyuri dynasty and the ancient temples here stand in testimony of the erstwhile era. The ancient Shiva temple here is famous for the magnificent idol of Goddess Parvati. Another important shrine is the Kotkimai temple, 8 kms from here.
Another sacred site nearby is the Pandusthal, which is said to be the legendary battle ground of the Kaurvas and Pandavas.
Kanda (25 kms): The charming site on Bageshwar Chaukori road is a nature lover's delight. Nearby is an ancient temple of Bhadrakali.
Vijaypur (30 kms) : It affords panoramic views of the snow-clad Himalayan peaks.
Pindari Glacier: This world famous glacier is situated in the Pinder Valley at an altitude of 3353 mts. between the Nanda Devi and Nanda Kot mountains. The glacier is a trekker's paradise, as it is one of the most easily accessible of all the Himalayan glaciers. The rugged beauty of the glacier presents an aweinspiring site. The glacier is 5 kms long, the snout is about 6m high and 2.5m wide and above the snout, the glacier extends for about 3kms in length and 300- 400m in width, between an altitudinal range of about 3600m to 5000m. The colour of Pindari Glacier is very white and Pinder river emerging from it is a sight to behold.
Pindari Glacier Trek: The base camp is at Song which can be reached by road from Bageshwar (36 kms), Almora (109 kms), and Kathgodam (199 kms). After that one has to trek 45kms upto zero point (Pindari Glacier).
Song to Loharkhet - 3kms trek
Loharkhet to Dhakuri - 11kms
Dhakuri to Khati - 8kms
Khati to Dwali - 11kms
Dwali to Phurkia - 7kms
Phurkia to Pindari Glacier - 5kms
Sunderdhunga Glacier
Sunderdhunga or the 'valley of beautiful stones' is slso located in the Pindar region. The glacier offers a tough trek as compared to Pindari and Kaphini. There are two glacier for trekkers and nature lovers, namely Maiktoli and Sukhram. The route upto village Khati is common for both Pindari and Sunderdhunga glacier.
Sunderdhunga Glacier Trek: The trek length is 54 kms from Base Camp - Song.
Song to Loharkhet - 3kms Loharkhet to Dhakuri - 11 kms
Dhakuri to Kathi - 8 kms
Kathi to Sundardhunga Glacier - 30 kms
Other places of interest near Bageshwar include Kausani, Binsar and Chaukori
How to reach Bageshwar
By Air: The nearest airport for Bageshwar is Pantnagar (206 kms)
By Rail: Nearest rail head is Kathgodam (180 kms)
By Road: Bageshwar is well connected by road to major towns and cities.
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City Info : Situated in northern part of India, Uttaranchal is surrounded by Tibet & Nepal in the North, Madhya Pradesh in the South, Haryana, Delhi & Rajasthan in the West and Bihar in the East. Dehradun, Mussoorie, Nainital and Ranikhet are the valleys with immense natural beauty. The sacred river of Hinduism, the Ganges flows through holy places in Uttaranchal. Uttaranchal is a scenic state, which has got many hill stations sprinkled along the foothills of the Himalaya. The place has many excellent trekking routes and countless other tourist destinations.
Uttaranchal Tourism :
Dehradun Tour & Travel PackageDehradun the capital city of Uttarachal is a complete blend of city and hill culture. It is set in the foot hills of Himalayas at the centre of the 120 kms long Doon Valley. The name Dehradun is literally made up of two words where Dera means Camp and Dun stands for Valley. The beautiful town is referred as the gateway to Mussoorie and Garhwal interior. It is perhaps one of the oldest cities in India and was occupied in turns by the Sikhs, Mughals and Gurkhas before coming under the reigns of the British. Elite educational and other institutions were established during the British period.
Dehradun Tourist Map
Dehradun is today proud of its institutions like the Forest Research Institute, Doon and Welham Schools, ONGC, Indian Military Academy, Wadia Institute of Himalayan Studies, Survey of India and Botanical Survey of India etc. The Survey of India was established in 1767 and its greatest achievement was to determine the height of Mt. Everest. Being a host of large Cantonment area, the city is a popular retirement spot. It is also famous for aromatic long grain rice - Basmati Chawal (Rice) and delicious litchies.
Assan Barrage (40 kms): The wet land near the confluence of rivers Assan and Yamuna attracts large number of migratory birds and is an 'ornithologist's paradise'.
Mussoorie : Mussoorie, the 'Queen of Hills' perched at a height of 2000 metres is one of the most popular hill resort of the country. It was set up in 1823, by Captain Young during the British era and is 34 kms from Dehradun. This popular weekend retreat provides first glimpse of snow-clad Himalayas for the travellers from the plains.
Gun Hill: This second highest peak of Mussoorie had a gun mounted over it, which was fired to herald mid-day. Travelling by the 400 m ropeway connecting the Mall to Gun Hill is quite exciting.
Childrens' Lodge: It is the highest peak of Mussoorie and has a telescope which provides aweinspiring views of the Himalayas and Doon valley.
Camel's Back Road: It is a charming pony trek or walk which girdles the northern base of Gun Hill. A fine view of sun-set can be enjoyed from here.
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Municipal Garden: Beautiful garden and scenic picnic spot. An artificial lake and boating facilities.
Nag Devta Temple: The ancient temple on Cart Road is 6 kms from the town and is popular among devout followers, who believe that wishes are fulfiled here.
The Jheel: Fine picnic spot on Dehradun - Mussoorie road.
Clouds End: The beautiful bungalow amidst lush deodar forest was one of the first four buildings of Mussoorie. It has now been converted into a hotel.
Around Mussoorie
Kempty Falls (15 kms): The picturesque waterfall is a popular attraction of Mussoorie.
Bhadraj Temple (15 kms): It is dedicated to Lord Balbhadra, brother of Shri Krishna. Panoramic view of the Doon Valley and Chakrata ranges.
Surkhanda Devi (35 kms): The temple of Surkanda Devi is located 8 kms from Dhanolti. The temple commands a majestic view.
Jwalaji Temple (Benog Hill) (9 kms): The shrine amidst lush forest affords a fine view of the Himalayan peaks, Doon valley and. Yamuna valley.
Rishikesh
Rishikesh, the 'place of sages' is an important pilgrim and spiritual centre on the right bank of holy Ganga. It is surrounded by Shivalik ranges on three sides and is the starting point for the Char Dham pilgrimage.
Temple, Rishikesh Travel PackagesIt also attracts large number of people interested in meditation, Yoga and other aspects of Hinduism. The International Yoga week, which attracts participation from all across the world, is held here every year from 2nd to 7th Feb on the banks of Ganga.
Bharat Mandir: This temple is deidicated to Bharat, the brother of Lord Ram. It lies near the Triveni Ghat and is the oldest temple in Rishikesh.
Triveni Ghat: The sacred bathing ghat on the banks of Ganga is believed to be the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and the legendary Saraswati river. The evening Aarti ceremony here is worth attending.
Shatrughan Temple: This is an ancient temple dedicated to Shatrughan, Lord Ram's brother and is situated 5 kms from Rishikesh.
Neelkanth Mahadev: It is set atop a hill across the Ganga. According to mythological legends Shiva drank the venom produced during 'Sagar Manthan' here, which turned his throat blue and was named Neelkanth.
Lakshman Jhoola: This hanging bridge across Ganga is about 5kms from Rishikesh, on the way to Badrinath. It was originally a jute rope bridge without pillars and was rebuilt with iron ropes in 1889. On the side of this famous bridge is the well known Shri Raghunathji temple dedicated to Lord Ram.
Kailash Niketan Temple: The 13 storied structure is the main temple at Laxman Jhoola.
Ram Jhoola: The hanging bridge similar to Lakshman Jhoola is built between the Shivanand Ashram and the Swargashram.
Shivanand Ashram (The Divine Society): The famous spiritual centre was established by Swami Shivanand. It imparts lectures on spiritual life and training in meditation and Yoga.
Mussoorie
Lake, Nainital Tour PackageLocated at a height of 2000 mete,rs, this picturesque hill resort was set up during the days of the "Raj". It's treks and walks down the famous Camel Back Road welcome visitors in the summer and in the winter. For the Angler, fishing is available for Trout or Mahsee.
Sight Seeing: Gun Hill, Camel's Back Road, Kempty Falls, Lal Tibba, The Jheel
Dhanaulti
Situated on the Mussoorie-Chamba route, Dhanaulti is 31 kms from Mussoorie via Landao Bazar. It is located amidst thick, virgin forests of deodar, rhododendrons and oaks. The long wooded slopes, lazy outings, cool caressing breeze, warm, lovely weather and fabulous view of snow covered mountains makes it an ideal retreat for a relaxed holiday.
Sight Seeing: Surkanda Devi, Chamba and New Tehri.
Nainital
Nainital is a lake resort set at a height of 1,938 meters in a beautiful valley. Surrounded by seven hills, the sparkling waters of a natural lake make it a gem among hill resorts. Legend has it that the lake was formed when the Goddess Sati lost her eyes at this spot.
Sight Seeing: Naini Lake, Snow View, Naina Peak, Hanuman Garhi
Ranikhet
It reflects the best of the heavenly Himalayas; their lush green forests, exotic plant life, attractive wild life and majestic mountain peaks. According to a popular belief, this place had won the heart of Rani Padmini, Queen of Raja Sudhardev. She chose this scenic place to be her abode and since it has come to be known as Ranikhet, literally "Queen's Field". The invigorating mountain breeze, the singing of birds, the panoramic view of the Himalayas - the sights, sounds and smells leave the onlooker spellbound. During the rain, flowers cover the valley and as winter comes, the soft falling snowflakes cover the environs in sheets of pure whiteness. Ranikhet is an all season destination.
Sight Seeing: Chaubatia, Bhaludam, Jhoola Devi Ram Mandir, Mankameshwar, Upat and Kalika, Hairakhan Temple, Tarikhet, Binsar Mahadev, Majkhali, Dwarahat, Chaukhutia, Bhikiasain, Manila, Naithna Devi Jaurasi, Khairna and Pandukholi.
Almora
Almora Tourism IndiaAlmora, the capital of Kumaon is situated between Kaushiki (Kosi) and Salmali (Siyal) rivers. This is the birth land of several noted freedom fighters, intellectuals, technocrats and bureaucrats. This place has been the prime administration center for the Chanol Kings, Gorkha invaders and British colonialists. Quaint hill resorts such as Chaukori, Ranikhet, Sitlakhet, Binsar, Kausani, Jageshwar and Bageshwar are all around Almora which attract nature lovers.
Sight Seeing: Public Museum, Nanda Devi Museum, Bright & Corner, Deer Park, Chetai Temple, Simtola
Kausani
1890 meters above sea level, Kausani, provides a breathtaking view of the snow capped peaks of Panchchuli, Nandakot, Nanda Devi, Trishul, Nanda, Ghunti and Chaukhan. The famous Hindi poet Sumitra Nandan Pant and the famous folk singer Gopidas belong to Kausani. Gandhiji wrote a book 'Ana-Shanti Yoga' as he was impressed by the serenity. You can enjoy the sight seeing of Katarmal and Baijnath Temple.
Sight Seeing: Annashakti Ashram, View of the Nanda Devi Hill
How to Reach
By Air: The airport for Dehradun is Jolly Grant (24 kms):
By Rail: Dehradun is well connected by rail with important towns of the country.
BY Road: It is connected by good network of roads and highways.
Uttaranchal or Uttarakhand is located at Latitude of 28°43' N to 31°27' N and in longitude it is between 77°34' E to 81°02' E. This state is located at northern part of India and famous for its hilly regions and pilgrim places of Hindu religion. The Char Dham Yatra the most scared pilgrimage for Hindus is located in this state.
This state has 13 districts and 78 tehesils. Dehradun ( Dehra Dun ) is the capital of this sate. The state has nearly 70% of its area under forest cover and the main crops include rice, wheat and Barley.
The state is divided into two main regions Kumaon & Garhwal
Click here for tourist map of Uttarakhand
Confluence of rivers or Prayags
Nandprayag The confluence of river Ganga and Yamuna is know as Prayag and this place is located in the state of Uttara Pradesh. Similarly in the upstream there are many such confluences and these are located inside the state of Uttrakhand. These places have high religious significance and have many pilgrim places around it. Here are some of the important places famous for two rivers joining.
Vishnuprayag the confluence of Alaknanda & Dhauli Ganga
Nandaprayag the confluence of Alaknanda & Nandakini river.
Karnaprayag the confluence of Alaknanda & Pindar river
Rudraprayag the confluence of Alakananda & Mandakini
Devprayag the confluence of Alaknanda & Bhagirathi river, from here the river is officially known as the Ganga river.
These rivers pass through some famous religious places before the confluence and finally river Ganga & Yamuna flows out of the state. Different glaciers are the origin of these rivers. The famous Bhagirathi river passes through Gangotri temple ( one of the Char Dham Yatra) originates from Gaumukh glacier. River Alaknanda starts from the Alakpuri glacier and passes through Badrinath Dham. River Mandakini passes through Kedarnath temple.
Char Dham Yatra
Char Dham Yatra
Gangotri temple
Yamunotri temple
Kedarnath temple
Badrinath Dham temple
Hindus from all part of the world visit this state for a trip to Char Dham or four religious temples located inside this state. Not only Hindus but all nature lovers visit these places for the scenic beauty of the snow capped hills, rivers etc. The four temples are Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. By visiting to these places one will cover most parts of Uttarakhand state and will have a life time experience of Himalayan culture and life style. This religious tour is operational only during April to October months of the year. Out of the four place road connectivity is not there at the last phase for two temples. Read more on this Char Dham tour here.
Hill stations in Uttranchal
Probably the entire state is a hill station but some places are popular among Indian tourist so got the special mark as hill station. There are two popular places; one is Mussoorie in Garhwal Himalaya and Nainital in Kumaon region. Both these places are well connected from Delhi.
There are other places like Auli ( winter sports and Skiing ), Chopta, Ranikhet, Joshimath and many other places which attracts trekkers and nature lovers from all part of the world.
Peaks of Garwal
Garwal region has some beautiful peaks which attracts many trekkers and mountaineers to this region. The highest among these peaks are Nanda Devi at an height of 7817 meters. Other peaks are Neelkanth ( 6597 meter ), Mana peak 7272 meter, Trisuli 7074 m, Chaukamba 7138 meter, Dunagiri peak 7066 meter.
Wild Life in Uttarakhand
Corbett national parkThe state has good green cover & the famous Corbett National Park is located at the Kumaon region. This park is famous for tiger reserve. Ramnagar is the main entry point to this park. Valley of flowers is one of the famous destination for trekkers and the best time to visit this place is from Middle of August to Middle of September
For location, route map and distances of major tourist visiting places in Uttarkhand, click the first image at the top.
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Almora is endowed with exceptional natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, exquisite handicrafts, delectable cuisine and exotic wildlife.
This charming hill resort was the flourishing capital of the Chand dynasty. The region was earlier under the reigns of the Katyuri king Baichaldeo, who donated this area to a Gujarati Brahmin Sri Chand Tiwari. In 1560 the capital of Chand Dynasty was shifted to Almora (from Champawat) by Kalyan Chand. The beautiful town is set on a 6 kms long horse saddle shaped ridge. It affords breathtaking views of the snowy summits of Himalayas and is an excellent place for a peaceful holiday.
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Almora Stats
Almora MapDistrict Headquarters: Almora
Area: 3090 sq km
Latitude 29° 36' N
Longitude 79° 30' E
Total Population: 630,567
Literacy : 74.53%
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Places to Visit in Almora
Chitai Temple : Eight kms from Almora is the Chitai Temple, dedicated to Golu Devta. An incarnation of Gaur Bhairav, he is reputed to make every wish come true, provided the worshipper ask for it with a clear conscience. All he asks for in propitiation is a bell, as was evident from the thousands of bells strung across the temple premises. Anyone can even seek Gol Devta's divine intervention by writing to him. A stack of letter ws pinned up next to his image, astride a horse.
Kosi Temple (10 kms): The temple was built in the 12th century by the Katyuri dynasty. One of the earliest Sun temples in India.
Gananath (47 kms): Gananath is famous for an old Shiva Temple and many interesting natural caves in a charming landscape. It is located 47 kms north of Almora.
Someshwar : About 35 kms north from Almora, Someshwar has an ancient Shiva temple considered to be constructed by the founder of the Chand Dynasty, Raja Som Chand.
Kausani : This charming hill resort set amidst several snow- capped peaks is endowed with exceptional natural beauty. Mahatma Gandhi came here in 1929, and was fascinated by the scenic grandeur of Kausani. His commentary on the Gita-AnaShakti Yoga was written here at the Anashakti Ashram. Sumitra Nandan Pant, a noted Hindi poet was born here. More about Kausani
Jageshwar : The pilgrim site located in a verdant valley is 38 kms from Almora and is believed to be one of the twelve Jyotirlinga's in the country. The Swayambhu Linga named Nagesh is enshrined here. The temple complex has 124 shrines and hundreds of statues noted for exquisite craftsmanship. In Jageshwar, fairs are held during Shivaratri and in the month of 'Shravan' (July - August). The place is frequented by both religious as well as nature lover tourists.
Around Jageshwar
Vridh Jageshwar : Scenic beauty and an old temple.
Mritola Ashram (10 kms) : A centre of spiritual and natural beauty.
Ranikhet : Ranikhet or the "Queen's Field" perched at an altitude of 1829 metres represents the very best of Himalayan beauty. The lush forests, magnificent peaks, and exotic flora and fauna have made Ranikhet a tourists paradise. It is believed that Rani Padmini, the queen of Raja Sukhdev was completely captivated by the scenic splendour and decided to settle over here and thus the town came to be known as Ranikhet. More about Ranikhet
Chaubatia : It is popularly known as 'Orchard Country' for its fruits and government apple gardens. It commands a picturesque view of the Himalayas. The Bhalu dam near Chaubatia is famous for an artificial lake and a fine picnic spot. Its just 3kms from Ranikhet.
Tarikhet (8 kms) : It is famous for the Gandhi Kuti and the temple of Golu Devta venerated in the Kumaon hills.
Upat & Kalika : Six kms from Ranikhet, Upat is a modern but historical place with one of the best 9-hole golf course in the country. The course was originally laid out by a British cavalry officer. Upat is a boon to the enthusiast. At 6000 feet above sea level there is a different satisfaction in playing golf. In this course there are bungalows for the players to stay. Many films have been shot here.
Majkhali (13 kms) : Just one km from Upat is Kalika village famous for its temple to the Goddess Kali. It also hosts a forest nursery. A beautiful snowcapped mountain view is available on the other side of the golf link at Upat.
Jhoola Devi Temple (7 kms) : The famous temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga and Lord Rama.
Chilianaula (4 kms) : The temple of Baba Haira Khan here is located amidst scenic surroundings.
Binsar Mahadev : Binsar Mahadev is located at 19kms from Ranikhet, on the way to Ramnagar and 2kms from Sonidant, amidst dense Pine and Deodar forests. The shiva Temples of Binsar Mahadev are a unique place for meditation and picnics. More about Binsar
Manila : Manila (means 'enchanting') is 87 km from Ranikhet and 75 km from Ramnagar. One can also reach the wilderness of this place after walking 13 km from Bhikiyasain. Manila is the seat of Manila Devi, the family Goddess of Katyuri clan. The forests and Himalayan views from this hill, which is spread from Sadar to Dotiyal are worth remembering. 25 km from this place is the memorial of 'Quit India Movement Martyrs' of this region at Khumar.
Dwarahat : Situated in a wide valley of the river Ramganga, Dwarahat lies around 32 KMs from Ranikhet. Dwarahat was once the seat of the Katyuri kings who are said to have ruled from the Great Himalayas to the plains. It is famous for its 55 cluster temples of Katyuri period. Main attraction is 8 groups temple (Mrityunjay, Dhwaj, Badrinath, Durga, Duijar Deval, Ratan Dewal, Maniyal and Kachri) dating from the 11th century and have some fascinating stone carvings. Kumaon's famous Syalde-Bikhoti Mela is held in Dwarahat from 13th to 15th April annually.
Doonagiri : 47 kms north of Ranikhet, Doonagiri is rich in historical and religious significance. Many myths bear testimony to this fact, according to which when Hanuman was carrying the Sanjiwani booty a piece fell here and since that day, this place is known as Doonagiri. Rich in natural splendour, Doonagiri is adorned by a temple of Vaishno Devi (the famous cave Goddess). To cap it all, Doonagiri offers a clear picture of the imposing Himalayas. For pilgrims Doonagiri is abuzz with festivals during Chait and Ashwin months of Navratras.
Pandukholi : 10 kms from Doonagiri. From Mangalikhan to Kukuchina you can come by bus. The remaining distance is a 5 kms walk. The caves built by Pandavas are worth watching at Pandukholi.
Taragtal : 5 km treks from Pandukholi, Taragtal is a seasonable Lake. This place can also be visited from Chaukhutia.
Chaukhutia : This picturesque place derives its name from a Kumaoni word "Chakuta" which means four feet. In Chaukhutia's context four feet means four ways. From here the entire region is easily accessible.
54 kms from Ranikhet, Chaukhutia is on the Ranikhet-Badrinath highway. It is situated in the bank of Ram Ganga River. Chaukhutia's historical past and religious significance can be seen basking in its glory in nearby areas. Kali temple, Vaishno Devi's temple, ancient fort and ruins of Katyuri dynasty all makes Chaukhutia an explorer's delight. This place is also famous for fishing centre.
Kali (Agneri Devi) Temple : Kali Temple popularly known as Agneri Devi Temple, dedicated to Hindu Goddess Kali is situated around half km from Chaukhutia in Jaurasi road near Dudhalia village on the bank of Ram Ganga River. Every year thousands of people witness a large number of animal sacrifice (mainly buffalos and goats) in Navratras in the month of March-April.
LakhanPur Temple : Lakhanpur temple is situated at 6 kms from Chaukhutia in Jorasi-Chaukhutia road. This temple belongs to the Katyuri kings. A small fair is also held here every year in the month October-November.
Jaurasi : 16 kms from Chaukhutia at an altitude of 6000 ft. above sea level is Jaurai. It is famous for its panoramic view.
Masi : 34 km from Bhikiyasen on the way to Chaukhutia and 54 km from Ranikhet is the famous temple of Goddess Durga called Naithna Devi. It can also be reached through a 4 km. trek from Masi. Every year, Somnath Fair on Vishuwat Sankranti day is held in Masi during May-June. It is a famous fair of Pali Pachhaun. Brisk business takes place during the fair and animals, specially bullocks and calves are sold.
Bhumia Temple : Situated at the bank of Ram Ganga River near Masi Bazaar is the Bhumia Temple. Thousands of people from different parts of Uttranchal visit and worship in this temple through out the year.
Rudeshwar Mahadev Temple : Rudeshwar Mahadev Temple is located at Sanana around 50 km from Raniket in Bhikiasain-Chaukhutia Road along the banks of Ram Ganga River. This is one of the historic temples of Lord Shiva in Kumaon region. It is believed that Lord Rama had worshipped in this temple that’s why the river called “Ram Ganga”. It is also evident from the marks on the temple’s walls and Shivling that here worshipped have been held for many era. For last few years, Almora’s biggest Shivratri Mela is being held in this temple.
How to reach Almora
By Air: The nearest airport for Almora is Pantnagar (127 kms)
By Rail: Nearest railway station is Kathgodam (90kms), which is connected with Lucknow, Delhi and Kolkata (Howrah).
By Road: Almora is well connected by road. Main road distance from Almora are - Lucknow (466 kms), Dehradun (412 kms), Nanital (71 kms), Delhi (382 kms), Bareilly (205 kms), Kathgodam (90 kms), Pithoragarh (122 kms), Haridwar (357 kms), Haldwani (96 kms).
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Bageshwar, the 'Abode of Gods' is an important pilgrim and tourist centre. It is located about 90 kms from Almora on the confluence of the rivers Saryu and Gomti. The town is famous for ancient Bagnath Temple and the annual Uttaraini fair held in January.
Bageshwar MapThe beautiful town is also a delight for adventure sports lovers. The famous Pindari, Sunderdunga and Kafni glaciers can be reached via Bageshwar.
Bageshwar gets its name form this ancient temple of Lord Shiva set in the heart of the town. According to mythological legends, sage Markandey lived here and the place was visited by Lord Shiva in the form of Bagh or tiger.
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Bageshwar Stats
District Headquarters: Bageshwar
Area: 2310 sq km
Total Population: 241,659
Literacy: 71.94%
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Places to Visit in Bageshwar
Bagnath Temple: Bageshwar gets its name form this ancient temple of Lord Shiva set in the heart of the town. According to mythological legends, sage Markandey lived here and the place was visited by Lord Shiva in the form of Bagh or tiger. The sacred shrine was built during the reign of the Chands and it is believed that no one could install the Shivlinga in the sanctum, finally, Shri Manorath Pandey of Palayn village performed penance and succeeded in installing the Shivlinga on Shivratri. Since then a massive fair is held here on 'Shivratri' to mark this auspicious occasion. Large number of pilgrims flock to the shrine, especially on Shivratri and on every Monday of the holy month of 'Sharvan'.
There are also group of temples dedicated to various Hindu deities. The main shrines among them arethe Bhairav temple, Dattatrey Maharaj, Ganga Mai temple, Hanuman temple, Durga temple, Kalika temple, Thingal Bhairav temple, Panchnam Junakhara and the Vaneswar temple etc.
Chandika Temple: This beautiful shrine of Goddess Chandika attracts large number of devotees during the holy Navratras.
Shri Haru Temple: This important shrine lies about 5 kms from Bagheswar. It is believed that the wishes. of the devotees are fulfiled here. A large fair is held here on the auspicious occasion of Vijaya Dashmi.
Gauri Udiyar: The sacred site is 8 kms from Bageshwar and has a large cave enshrining idols of Lord Shiva.
Other important shrines in and around Bageshwar are - Ram Ghat temple, Agnikund temple, Nileshwar temple, Kukuda Mai temple, Shitla Devi temple, Trijugi Narayan temple, Hanuman temple, Nileshwar Dham, Swarg Ashram, Ramji temple, Loknath Ashram, Ashram of Amitji, Jwala Devi temple, Veni Mahadev temple, Radha Krishna temple, Bhileshwar Dham, Suraj Kund, Siddartha Dham, Gopeshwar Dham, Golu temple and Praktishwar Mahadev.
Around Bageshwar
Baijnath (26 kms): This historical and pilgrim site on Gwaldam motor road is set on the banks of river Gomti in Katyuri valley. It was once the capital of Katyuri dynasty and the ancient temples here stand in testimony of the erstwhile era. The ancient Shiva temple here is famous for the magnificent idol of Goddess Parvati. Another important shrine is the Kotkimai temple, 8 kms from here.
Another sacred site nearby is the Pandusthal, which is said to be the legendary battle ground of the Kaurvas and Pandavas.
Kanda (25 kms): The charming site on Bageshwar Chaukori road is a nature lover's delight. Nearby is an ancient temple of Bhadrakali.
Vijaypur (30 kms) : It affords panoramic views of the snow-clad Himalayan peaks.
Pindari Glacier: This world famous glacier is situated in the Pinder Valley at an altitude of 3353 mts. between the Nanda Devi and Nanda Kot mountains. The glacier is a trekker's paradise, as it is one of the most easily accessible of all the Himalayan glaciers. The rugged beauty of the glacier presents an aweinspiring site. The glacier is 5 kms long, the snout is about 6m high and 2.5m wide and above the snout, the glacier extends for about 3kms in length and 300- 400m in width, between an altitudinal range of about 3600m to 5000m. The colour of Pindari Glacier is very white and Pinder river emerging from it is a sight to behold.
Pindari Glacier Trek: The base camp is at Song which can be reached by road from Bageshwar (36 kms), Almora (109 kms), and Kathgodam (199 kms). After that one has to trek 45kms upto zero point (Pindari Glacier).
Song to Loharkhet - 3kms trek
Loharkhet to Dhakuri - 11kms
Dhakuri to Khati - 8kms
Khati to Dwali - 11kms
Dwali to Phurkia - 7kms
Phurkia to Pindari Glacier - 5kms
Sunderdhunga Glacier
Sunderdhunga or the 'valley of beautiful stones' is slso located in the Pindar region. The glacier offers a tough trek as compared to Pindari and Kaphini. There are two glacier for trekkers and nature lovers, namely Maiktoli and Sukhram. The route upto village Khati is common for both Pindari and Sunderdhunga glacier.
Sunderdhunga Glacier Trek: The trek length is 54 kms from Base Camp - Song.
Song to Loharkhet - 3kms Loharkhet to Dhakuri - 11 kms
Dhakuri to Kathi - 8 kms
Kathi to Sundardhunga Glacier - 30 kms
Other places of interest near Bageshwar include Kausani, Binsar and Chaukori
How to reach Bageshwar
By Air: The nearest airport for Bageshwar is Pantnagar (206 kms)
By Rail: Nearest rail head is Kathgodam (180 kms)
By Road: Bageshwar is well connected by road to major towns and cities.
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ReplyDeleteGreat post on uttranchal. It is indeed a very nice state to visit. Nearest to it there is himachal pradesh-home to several hill stations.
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Great post on uttranchal. It is indeed a very nice state to visit. Nearest to it there is himachal pradesh-home to several hill stations.
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Indeed uttaranchal is one of the wonderful place to visit. One should visit.
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uttaranchal is a combination of natural beauty and temples. There are many places to visit in Bageshwar and budget accommodation in Bageshwar available for booking.
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