Grace Your Trip With Elegant Uttarakhand

A state in Northern part of India is undoubtedly a land of elevated beauty which gives us a memorable experience with its scenic beauty and pilgrim centers. If you are a nature lover and have an urge for adventures, then Uttarakhand is the perfect destination. Here are some places which should not be missed during your trip:

10 seconds quick guide to the post:

• Top 5 places to visit
• Best time to visit 
• Regional food
• How to reach
• Adventurous spots 
• FAQ

Dehradun:

Starting with the capital of State, Dehradun is a delightful location with picturesque location as it is surrounded by river ganges and river yamuna by either side. Apart from that, it has Himalayan ranges in the view that makes it more beautiful. The city is famous for its architectural displays and Breathtaking Treks.Top tourist attractions to visit here includes : 

1. Robber’s Cave (Marvellous trek up the mountains)
2. Sahastradhara ( Ecstatic Waterfall)
3. Mindrolling Monastery (Largest Buddhist Vihara of India) 
4. Paltan Market (For species and great artifacts)
5. Fun Valley (Amusement Park)
6. Tiger View Jungle Camp (Jungle Safari)
7. Bali Pass (Trekking)
8. Mall road, Mussoorie (Shopping Place)

Regional Food :

Kandalee ka saag, Gahat ki Daal, Aloo ke Gutke, Kaafli, Gulgula as well as some traditional sweets that one just cannot miss such as Bal Mithai, Arsa, Jhangora ki Kheer are some common regional foods. 

How to reach:

• Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest airport which is about 30 kms away from the city. 
• Dehradun railway station is the nearest if you are travelling via train. 
• You can get a bus or cab very easily from Delhi ISBT.

Best time to visit:

The suitable months to visit are from March to June as the weather at that time is pleasant and clear. It is the best time to enjoy the sights and get indulged in adventure activities.

 

Nainital:

It is one of the beautiful hill stations in North india. The Valley is surrounded by an eye shaped lake and mountains on either of the 3 sides. It offers an extensive view of Himalyan peak on the one side and the widespread plains on the other.It is vastly known for Trekking,Paragliding and Boating. Major tourist attractions that should be a paid a visit includes:

1. Naini Lake (Major tourist spot) 
2. Naina Devi Temple (Religious place) 
3. Snow View Point (Majestic view of himalayas) 
4. Naina Peak (Challenging trek with the view of tibet border)
5. Jeolikot (Butterfly population along with floriculture)
6. Lands End (Overview of nainital)
7. Pangot (Serene view of birds and forests
8. Governor’s House (Victorian golf course)
9. High Altitude Zoo (Endangered species and animals on the height of 2100m)

 Regional Food: 

Cuisines of Nainital are of highly nutritive value. It can be equally mouth watering with preparations like Ras (a dish made with several dals), Baadi, Bhatt ki Churkani, Aloo ke Gutke (a spicy preparation of boiled potatoes),Arsa (a sweet dish), Gulgula (a sweet snack) and lots more.

How to reach:

• Pantnagar Airport is the nearest airport about 70 kms away and if you are travelling from abroad then get cheap flight tickets to India to Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi).
• Kathgodam is the nearest railway station about 23 kms away. 
• Travellers can avail buses from ISBT Delhi, also the cab services are easily available. 

     In case, You are travelling from abroad and you have a really long flight hours then you can read an article on Best Ways to Survive a Long Haul Flight.

Best time to visit:

 In the month of April,May,June,September and October.Recommended not visiting during January to March as it is marked by heavy snowfall.  

 

Rishikesh:

It is extremely popular as the top spiritual destination in the world. It serves as a Gateway to many Himalayan treks and is used as a popular campaign site. It is the hub of adventure sports in India with many adventures like White Water Rafting, Bungee Jumping, Flying Fox,Trekking,Cliff Jumping and many more. It is also known for its ancient temples and popular cafes. Also, famous as the “Yoga Capital of the World.”It caters to people with adventurous and exploring needs.

Breathtaking Essential Adventures:

• White Water Rafting 
• Bungee Jumping 
• Flying Fox 
• Trekking 
• Cliff Jumping 
• Beach Campaigning 
• Rafting
• Kayaking
• Abseiling
• Giant Swing 
• Waterfall Trekking
• Valley Crossing ‘
• Wildlife Safari 
• Hot Air Balloon Ride 
• Paragliding 
• Jumaring 
• Body Surfing 

 Places to visit:

1. Bharat Mandir (Pilgrimage Place)
2. Neelkantha Mahadeva Temple (Pilgrimage Place)
3. Kuari Pass (Unique Wild Grandeur)
4. Piran Kaliyar Sharif (Famous Dargah- Worship Place)\
5. Kunjapuri Devi Temple (Pilgrimage Place) 
6. Byasi (Water Sports and Adventure Tourism)
7. Tera Manzil Temple (13 Storey Temple)
8. Ram Jhula (Suspension Bridge)
9. Neer Garh Waterfall (Splendid Waterfall) 

 

Worthwhile Cafe’s:

• Little Buddha Cafe : It is a tree house style restaurant with ultra lounge top floor. The Seating arrangement is in a way that we can enjoy a view of Ganges from our table. Famous for its International food especially burgers and pizza.
• The ganga view cafe and Pure soul cafe and organic kitchen are the other famous cafes for multi cuisines. Biryani is their speciality. 

How to Reach:

• Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport which is about 35 kms away from Rishikesh. The biggest expenditure while traveling are flight tickets.if you are coming from abroad it is always better to book Cheap Flight Tickets to India to the popular International airports. For Uttarakhand, It is possible if you book your flight to Indira Gandhi International Airport(Delhi).

• It has a good network of buses as it is a very popular tourist place and cab services are easily available as well.

• Nearest Railway Station is Haridwar which is about 25 kms away. It is also linked with major cities like Mumbai,Delhi,Kolkata and Varanasi. 

Best time to visit:

The best time to visit is from mid September to November and From March to April. Prefer not to go in the month of May and June as the temperature there is very high during that time. 

 

Mussoorie:

Also known as the Queen of Hills is the popular hill station located in the state of uttarakhand.It stands at an altitude of 7000 feet above the sea level.Major highlight of the mussoorie is Ropeway to Gunhill. It is the second highest peak of mussoorie. Probably, tourist’s favourite place for sightseeing the beautiful himalyan range.Fascinating thing about this is that it is accessible by cable car as well. It has a beautiful view with the backdrop of Shivalik range of Himalayas and doon valley. The places which fascinates tourists :    

1. Lal Tibba (Picture Perfect View Point Location)
2. Lake Mist (Beautiful lake destination)
3. Kempty falls (Waterfalls)
4. Cloud’s End (Lovely Walking Track)
5. Gun Hill (Highest Peak with Ropeway Ride)
6. Mall Road (Shopping Place)
7. Benog Wildlife Sanctuary (Wildlife) 
8. Jwala Devi Temple (Religious Place)
9. Happy Valley (Tibetan Monasteries)

 Fingerlicking food:

• kafuli/Kapaa
• Phaanu
• Chainsoo
• Bhang ki chutney
• Garhwal ka fannah
• Kebabs 
• Chilli Chicken

How to reach:

• Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest airport located in Dehradun. If you are coming from abroad,then you can get a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport(Delhi). 
• A number of state and private buses are available on a frequent basis, so you can get a bus from Dehradun,Delhi,UP and Uttarakhand – whatever is convenient for you. 
• Dehradun Railway Station is the nearest station which is 36 kms away from mussoorie.You can get direct rail services from Amritsar,Delhi,Kolkata and jammu serve Dehradun City. 
• If you are travelling from abroad, then you must book your tickets in advance and know the Benefits of booking tickets in advance.

Best time to visit:

The best time to visit is during summers. Probably, April,May and June are the preferable months.If you love snowfall, then December to February are the best months. 

 

Badrinath:

It is the pilgrim center set in the backdrop of Neelkanth Mountain Peak dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is situated on Garhwal Hill Tracks near Alaknanda river. It is also one of the char dham pilgrimage centers of india. The temple is surrounded by lofty snow clad himalayas. It also finds its mention 108 divya desams devoted to lord vishnu in india. It has a popular Tapt Kund – a hot water spring which is considered to be of medicinal values. Some of the prominent places to visit here:

1. Badrinath Temple (Pilgrimage Center)
2. Vasudhara Falls (Water Falls)
3. Neelkanth (Major Peak)
4. Tapt Kund (Natural Hot Water Spring)
5. Saraswati River (Vedic River)
6. Ganesh Gufa (Ancient Cave)
7. Alka Puri (Glacier)

Major festivals:

• Janmashtami
• Kedar Badri Utsav 
• Mata Murti ka Mela     
• Ganga Dussehra 
• Basant Pachmi

Regional Food:

Non Vegetarian Food and Alcohol is strictly forbidden here. People prepare and eat only vegetarian food including Dal,Chapati and Potato Curry.      

 How to reach:

• Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport which is located at Dehradun. People from abroad can get Flight deals to India to Indira Gandhi International Airport(Delhi).
• Buses and cabs are easier modes to opt as they are very frequent. 
• Dehradun Railway Station is the nearest railway station.

Best time to visit:

 The best months to visit are from May to June or from September to October. Prefer not to visit in monsoon season as there is drop in temperature and it witnesses heavy rainfall at that time. 

 

FAQ:

1.> What is the speciality of Uttarakhand?

It is known for adventure sports and Scenic Beauty.

2.> Which is the best time to visit?

Prefer not to visit in winters and Monsoon season as the temperature gets very low.

3.> Is there any need to learn a new language?

Regional people speak Hindi and Garwali but english is an understandable language there.

 

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