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Tour to Gangotri – Attractions and Excursions
Jul 24th
Prime Attractions of Gangotri
Dayara Bugyal
Bugyal in the local language means “high altitude meadow.” Dayara The road branches off near Bugyal Bhatwari, a place in Uttarkashi, Gangotri Road which is about 28 kms. Uttarkashi.
Excursions from Gangotri
Dodi Taal Lake
Dodi Tal, dazzling extension of water situated at an altitude of 3024m over sea level. Surrounded by a dense forest of oak, pine, deodar and rhododendron, sports a look primeval forest.
Gangotri- Kedarnath Trek
This walk is for the old pilgrim route from Gangotri to Kedarnath.
Gangotri- Nandavan-Tapovan Trek
This trek is for adventure lovers, you can experience mountain climbing, rock climbing, rock-hopping and glacier traversing on our journey.
Gaumukh
(19Km.)
Gaumukh, the source of the river Ganges, lies at an altitude of 12,960 feet. The Gangotri glacier, which lies at an altitude of 13,662 feet beyond Chaukhamba, extends to Gaumukh.
Kedar Tal
(18Km.)
Kedartal, the spectacular and enchanting lake is situated at a distance of about 18 km. Gangotri.
Nachiketa Taal
An attractive location in the middle of dense forests, Nachiketa Taal is among Panchangaon and Fold Gaon.
Uttar Kashi
(97Km.)
Uttarkashi is located in the northern part of Uttaranchal. Originally Uttarkashi was part of Tehri Garhwal.
Useful Information – Tour to Gangotri
Jul 24th
Useful Information
Tourist Information Centres
Tourist Office, Uttarkashi.
Clothing
Summer
Woollens
Winter
Heavy Woollens.
Places to Stay – Gangotri
Jul 24th
Places to stay
UP Government Tourist Rest House. Forest Rest Houses. Ganga Niketan Hotel, Near Gangotri Temple, Gangotri, District Uttarkashi. Forest Rest House. PWD Inspection Bungalow.
General Information
Location Uttar Pradesh
Main Attraction
Gangotri Temple, Gomukh, Kedar Taal
Best Time
May-June and September-October.
Languages
Hindi, Garhwali, English.
Area 1 sq. km. Population 1180 (1991 census). Altitude 10,250 ft. above sea level.
How To Get There – Gangotri
Jul 24th
By Air
The nearest airport is Jolly Grant (26 kms from Rishikesh).
By Road
The nearest railhead is at Rishikesh.
Local Transport
Buses, Taxis, Cars.
There are few Dharamshala and reasonable accomodation.
Tour to Kausani – How to go
Jul 24th
How to Get There
By Air
The nearest airport is Pantnagar, 180 km.
By train
the nearest railhead Kathgodam is 142 kms.
By road
The hill station is well connected by road to all villages.
Places To Stay
KMVN Tourist Bungalow.
Pine View Hotel.
Forest Rest House.
Himalayan Hotel.
Forest Rest House.
Hotel Krishna Mount View, near Gandhi Ashram.
Sagar Hotel, State Bungalow Road.
General Information
Location
Kumaon Region (Uttranchal).
Altitude
1890 m above Sea Level.
Formerly Known As
Valna.
Best Time
September to April.
Area
5.2 sq.km.
Population
4046 (1991 census).
Speciality
Trekking Options in Kausani:
1. Adi Kailash Trek
2. Bageshwar Sundardhunga Trek
3. Base Kausani Trek
Useful Information
Banks / Money Changers
Banks: UCO Bank, Kausani.
Clothing
Summer
Light Woollens.
Winter
Heavy Woollens.
Tour to Kausani – Introduction of Main Attractions
Jul 24th
About Kausani
(Valna)
THE ETHEREAL TOWN
Located 53 km north of Almora, Kausani, is a picturesque hill station famous for its scenic splendor and its spectacular view of 300 km wide in the Himalayas. Nestling among thick dense pine forests, atop a narrow ridge, in view of the mountains and Trishul Nanda Devi is so vivid that one feels a sense of the snow is a short play.
Sunrise offers Pithoragarh ethereal has attracted thousands of visitors to this place time and again. Praised by poets and philosophers, this scenic and beautiful place has to offer something or the other for every visitor from sightseeing, history, sport and pilgrimage to complete relaxation all year round. In 1929, Mahatma Gandhi stayed here at the Ashram Anashakti, and was very impressed by his surroundings.
Main Attractions
Baijnath Temple
This temple complex is located 17 kms from Kausani. Baijnath temple complex has many historic ruins.
Base-Kausani Trek
Enjoy the natural beauty and explore the scenic horizons Kausani.
Near to Kausani
Bageshwar (42Km.)
Filled with the religious aura and peace of soul and mind after the visit to Baijnath, the visitor, inevitably becomes an advantage as a pilgrim and his steps so that the confluence of the sacred Gomti and Saryu in Bageshwar.
Fairs & Festivals
Janmashtami.
Tour to Dhanaulti Hills – How to go
Jul 24th
How to Get There – Dhanaulti
By train
The nearest railhead is Dehradun, 60 kms.
By Air
The nearest airport is Jolly Grant, Dehradun (82 kms).
By road
Well connected to Dehradun (60 kms.) Delhi (325 kms.) And Rishikesh (107 kms.)
Places to Stay – Dhanaulti
GMVN Tourist Bungalow. Forest Rest House. Dhanaulty Breeze hotel. A couple of guest houses also offer good accommodation.
General Information – Dhanaulti
Location
Uttaranchal.
Main Attraction
Surkanda Devi, Chamba.
Temperature
Summer : Max : 31.5 ;Min : 7.4
Winter : Max : 7.2 ;Min : 1.0
Altitude
2286 m above sea level.
Clothing – Dhanaulti
Summer
Light Woollens
Winter
Heavy Wollens.
Tour to Dhanaulti Hills – Nearest Places
Jul 24th
Near to Dhanaulti
Mussoorie
Mussoorie is located in the hills of Garhwal. Due to its immense natural beauty, Mussoorie is known as the queen of hill stations.
Surkhanda Devi Fair (10Km.)
The Surkhanda Devi Fair is held on the occasion of Ganga Dussehra, in Surkhanda Devi Temple devoted to Goddess Durga.
Chamba (48Km.)
Chamba valley is also known as Ravi valley. The landscape is picturesque and varied character have many nice places.
New Tehri (37Km.)
The district headquarters of Tehri Garhwal, at New Tehri is a recent development. Soon to become a major center of attraction at the completion of the Tehri Dam, when the huge lake will become a scenic spot. The facility is being developed here.
Tour to Dhanaulti Hills – Introduction of Main Attractions
Jul 24th
About Dhanaulti Hills
Dhanaulti, located amidst thick, virgin forests of deodar, rhododendron and oak has an atmosphere of complete peace and tranquility. The long wooded slopes, lazy outings, cool caressing breeze, warm and friendly people, good weather and fabulous views of snow-covered mountains makes it an ideal place to spend a relaxing holiday. Located on the Mussoorie – Chamba route, Dhanaulti is 25 kms. Mussoorie.
Main Attractions
Barehipani and Joranda Falls
These picturesque falls (Barehipani – 399m and Joranda – 150m) situated in the heart of Simlipal National Park.
Chanderi
This city, famous for its saris as gauze, also has fine examples of Rajput and Sultanate architecture. A magnificent Mughal fort dominates the skyline. Among the interesting sites are the Koshak Taj, Taj Badal, Victory Arch, Jama Masjid and ancient Jain temples.
Dashavatar Temple
This fine Gupta temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu is the oldest known temple in northern India Panchyat. The terraces on the table basement is decorated with sculpted panels. Figures from the Ganges and Yamuna adorn the carved front page leading to the sanctum. Three large carved panels along the sides – Gajendramoksha panel, the Nar Narayan Tapasya and Anantshayi Vishnu, depict scenes from Vaishnava mythology. All that remains is the bottom of the tower, which was the most important part of the temple.
Deogarh
A 16th century magnificent fort near Pratapgarh with some beautiful palaces ornate with murals and splendid Jain temples.
Jain Temples
These 31 Jain temples were built much after the Temple of Vishnu, but they are less noticeable. They are located inside the fortress of Kanali in the hills overlooking the Betwa. The site was a Jain center from June to the 17th century. The temples abound in panels depicting scenes from Jain mythology, Tirthankara images, votive pillars, votive tablets, Jain images visible from all sides and pillars carved with figures of a thousand Jain.
Matatila Dam
This is an ideal place to picnic developed by the Irrigation Department. Water sports and a garden on the lines of the Vrindavan gardens are added attractions.
Pradhanpat
Pradhanpat Hill, with its picturesque waterfall, offers a rare scenic beauty.
Talbehat
31 km south of Lalitpur, Talbehat is located on the Jhansi-Sagar road Nacional. It derives its name from Tal (lake) and Behat (village), in the language of Gonds, the first settlers on the site. In 1618, Bharat Shah, the king of Bar and Chanderi, built a fort very well with the famous Narsingh temple inside.
Tour to Gangotri – An Introduction
Jul 24th
Gangotri – the eternal gift of Penance is Bhagirath
Whether to urge men to appease the gods above or to quench your desire for adventure, Gangotri is an ideal place. Gangotri, the origin of sacred river Ganges, attracts tourists in large numbers every year. The confrontation with the daunting rivers and attempts to unravel the mysteries of the supernatural world are ubiquitous seen here. Along with the thrill of conquering nature, what one experiences here is the mystical aura that India is so famous.
