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About Uttarakhand Tourism

Uttarakhand, a Himalayan state in northern India, is renowned for its Hindu pilgrimage sites. The Beatles' visit to Rishikesh, a major center for yoga research, made the city popular in 1968. The evening Ganga Aarti, a spiritual gathering on the holy Ganges River, is held in the district. Bengal tigers and other native animals can be found in the state's forested Jim Corbett National Park.

Places to visit in Uttarakhand

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Robber’s Cave

Live the thrill of the story of “Ali Baba And The Forty Thieves” at this adventure spot near Sahastradhara that is also known as Gucchipani. Trek for a distance of about 1 kilometer to finally reach this surreal spot that brings out nature’s beauty unlike any other, thereby becoming one of the best things to do in Dehradun. On your way back, sit down to enjoy a plate of Maggi.

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Forest Research Institute

Established in 1906, this premier institute under the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) is designed in the Greco-Roman architectural style and is a National Heritage thereby among the best places to visit in Dehradun. The lush green expanse of its property spread over 450 hectares is an admirable edifice that evidences the alluring confluence of Colonial and Greco-Roman architecture, making it impossible to skip from a Dehradun trip itinerary.

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Tapkeshwar Temple

Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, this heavenly abode is known for the respite that it provides. Among the many offbeat things to do in Dehradun, this is quite famous with tourists. Embracing Lord Shiva and spending some time in retrospection amidst the beckoning pine, deodar and oak is an ideal way to experience the calm sought by one and all.

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Har Ki Pauri

One of the first places to visit in Haridwar is the holy ghat of Har Ki Pauri – which means Lord Shiva’s steps – located on the banks of the Ganga River. Interestingly, the Vedic literature mentions that Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu visited this place, and you can also see a large footprint on a wall that is said to be of Lord Vishnu. Also known as Gangadwar, this is the place where the Ganga River first leaves the mountains and enters the plain. Har Ki Pauri is considered to be the most sacred ghat in the entire city where the mythological bird Garuda accidentally dropped Amrit (elixir), and it is believed that if you take a dip here, then all your sins get washed away. The Ganga aarti held at the ghat at dusk and dawn attracts devotees in large numbers.

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Kankhal

Kankhal, one of the Panch Tirths in Haridwar, is a small colony that is home to the renowned Daksha Mahadev Temple and Maa Anandamayi Ashram. The former is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is visited by innumerable devotees, especially during the holy month of Sawan. The latter is a spiritual centre, built in honour of the Bengali mystic leader Maa Anandamayi. Kankhal is also home to the holy ghat of Kushavarta, which is one of the Panch Tirths and the famous Patanjali Yog Peeth that is probably the largest yoga centres in the world. Pardeshwar Mahadev Temple in Harihar Ashram, located on Kankhal Road, is famous for the unique Parad Shivalinga that is made from 151 kg mercury.

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Pawan Dham

Pawan Dham, an ancient temple and a social non-profit organization, is managed by the Geeta Bhawan Trust Society of Moga. Along with the elaborate architecture, stunning interiors and exquisite glasswork, the beautiful idols adorned with precious jewels and stones are the highlights of this revered site. The main attraction is the beautiful Lord Krishna idol that is seen preaching his disciple Arjun. Owing to the intricate mirror and glasswork, the temple is often referred to as the Glass Temple that enjoys great fame not only among Hindu devotees, but also among local and foreign tourists.

Things To Do In Uttarakhand

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Paragliding – Fly In The Sky

Soar high into the infinite sky whilst enjoying panoramic views of the valley. Aerial views of the enchanting beauty of Mussoorie, Chakrata ,Tehri and Rishikesh are absolutely spellbinding and cannot be missed from the list of things to do in Dehradun in one day. You can enjoy paragliding on your way from Dehradun to Mussoorie.

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Go For A Jungle Safari at Rajaji National Park

Cradled in the lap of the Shivaliks and the Himalayas, Rajaji National Park proffers the opportunity to embrace mother nature in all her glory. This unique experience lets one witness nature’s brilliance away from the hustle and bustle of city life thereby making it impossible to skip from one’s Dehradun trip. If you are a nature enthusiast, do add this to your list.

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Shop at Bara Bazar

Although Haridwar does not boast of high-end malls, you can still get everything that is needed at the bustling Bara Bazar. The innumerable shops at this lively market sell religious paraphernalia, Ayurvedic medicines, wooden items, handicrafts, ornaments, etc. Rudraksha and peda (sweet) are two of the most popular things bought by visitors, including foreign travellers. Apart from shops, you will also find a number of restaurants where you can relish hot samosa, kachori-sabji, choley-bhature, etc. Besides Bara Bazar, there are various other local markets, such as Moti Bazar, Kankhal Bazar and Jwalapur Bazar that you can visit to experience the old-world charm of Haridwar.

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Visit Shantikunj

One of the most popular spiritual and moral enlightenment centres in the world is Shantikunj in Haridwar. Established in 1971, it is the headquarters of All World Gayatri Pariwar (AWGP) that has millions of followers across the world. The centre propagates national integration as well as cultural and ethical values apart from spiritual and moral upliftment. Shantikunj also has a research institute (Brahmavarchas Shodh Sansthan) and a residential university (Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya).

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Visit Mansa Devi Temple

Mansa Devi Temple atop the Bilwa Parvat on the Shivalik Hills, and owing to its location it is also known as the Bilwa Tirth. This Siddh Peeth is dedicated to Goddess Mansa, who is believed to be a form of Goddess Shakti and is said to have been created from Lord Shiva’s mind. It is one of the most revered temples in North India as devotees firmly believe that all their wishes are granted by Goddess Mansa (the name of the deity means wish). You can either reach this temple on the hilltop by trekking or by taking the ropeway, which is one of the unmissable things to do in Haridwar.

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Gorge On Baked Goods at Ellora's

Among the various offbeat things to do in Dehradun, trying out bakery goods from Ellora’s Melting Moments cannot be skipped. Drown your taste buds in the rich and creamy goodness of Plum Cake, Brownies and Cream Rolls for that free ride to the chocolate heaven! And you would definitely come back to Dehradun just for this delicious bakery.

How To Reach Uttarakhand

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By Air

The primary airport in Uttarakhand is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, which receives the majority of domestic flights from the region. Pant Nagar Airport is located in Uttarakhand's Kumaon district. In Uttarakhand, smaller airfields can be found in Gauchar, Bharkot, and Naini Saini in the Pithoragarh district.

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By Train

Since Uttarakhand is a hilly state, it lacks railway stations in any destination above 1500 meters. Only railway stations can be found in the foothills, so it cannot yet be considered a well-connected train destination.

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By Road

Few National Highways, such as NH-7, which connects Uttarakhand with Punjab, Chandigarh, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh, and NH 707, which connects Hatkoti and Paonta Sahib, are well-maintained. NH 109, which connects the entire Kumaon area with Delhi, including Nainital, Kausani, Mukteshwar, Almora, and Ranikhet, is another major National Highway link.

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Things To Do In Uttarakhand

Corbett National Park, Ranthambore National Park, Bandipur National Park, Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Nagarhole National Park, Sariska National Park, and Kaziranga National Park are a few famous wildlife sanctuaries in India.

Popular beaches in India are Varkala in Kerala, Gokarna in Karnataka, Palolem in Goa, Tarkarli in Maharashtra, Agonda in Goa, Arambol in Goa, and Anjuna in Goa.

Famous hill stations in India are Manali in Himachal, Ooty in Tamil Nadu, Darjeeling in West Bengal, Leh Ladak in Jammu and Kashmir, Mussoorie and Auli in Uttarakhand, and Mcleodganj in Himachal.

The best time to visit India depends largely on the weather, so from late October till early April, the weather remains pleasant.

Yes, India has a plethora of adventure sports such as trekking, hiking, paragliding, caving, parasailing, flyboarding, skydiving, flying fox, rock climbing, scuba diving, and bungee jumping.

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