Devbhoomi Uttarakhand is the state one can easily fall in love with. The surreal landscape that comprises of lofty mountains, glistening streams, eye-catching meadows, imposing glaciers and surreal lakes, all make Uttrakhand an anticipated tourist destination in India that not only satiates wanderlust but creates an urge to explore more and more. Dotted with sacred Hindu temples and trekking trails, this North Indian state is a travel destination, where along with seeking the blessing of the Almighty, one can indulge in enthralling adventure and heart-soothing recreational activities for a holistic experience.

Capital: Dehradun, Location: North India

BEST TIME TO VISIT UTTARAKHAND:
Uttarakhand is a destination to be visited all through the year as each season has something special to offer.

WHY VISIT UTTARAKHAND?:
For Hindu and Sikh pilgrimage journeys, skiing experience, wildlife tours, whitewater river rafting, yoga, honeymoon, enthralling trekking and peak climbing ventures, bird watching, rural tourism, culture and heritage, photography tour and for organizing memorable destination weddings.

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Top Tourist Places and Destinations in Uttarakhand

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Uttarakhand is like the finest Chivalric Romance poetry when narrated, it melts the heart of the listener. A perfect mélange of surreal high and lowlands, this priceless little North Indian state has such divine beauty that even the Gods decided to call it their abode. A progenitor of rivers like Ganga and Yamuna, which are not only revered sacred but also attribute benefits across the country, Uttarakhand exhibit itself as a land of ‘Omnibenevolence’. Its scenic snow-clad mountains; sturdy and majestic glaciers; sweet fruits yielding terrace farms and forests that nurture rich biodiversity are significant places of sightseeing, which are further underlined by the humility and hospitality of the beautiful people of this state. The biodiversity in the state volunteers for some exhilarating wildlife tourism opportunities whereas adventure tours are a way to get intimate with the nature of Uttarakhand. The dreamy ambiance that is further adorned with nature’s incredible serenity in the hill stations make holidays in Uttarakhand is an unforgettable experience. Despite the fact the state is divided into two distinct regions (Kumaon and Garhwal); the culture, nature, and adventure enjoy a harmonious cohabitation here. The ever grateful people of Uttarakhand do not miss out on a single opportunity to celebrate even the petty moments of their lives. Therefore the state boasts celebrating some vivacious festivals and fairs including the Kumbh Mela (Haridwar). Often paired with dance and heart-warming music and delectable delicacies, these festivities display a sound reflection of unity in amongst its people.

Uttarakhand’s main tourism attraction remains the sacred Hindu temples that bless the land abundantly. This North Indian state is an incredible tourism place for a hill station holiday and wildlife tours as it is home to popular tourism places like Nainital, Mussoorie, Corbett National Park and Valley of Flowers. Uttarakhand is also famed for its high altitude religious tourism attractions like Hemkund Sahib; Chardham Yatra Temples of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri; and has sacred rivers like Ganga and Yamuna flowing through its land. It also boasts one of the finest ski destinations, Auli, which is also one of state’s top popular adventure tourism places, and has some of the best trekking trails in India. Apart from best adventure trekking tours in Uttarakhand Himalayas, the state also flaunts one of world’s largest dam project in New Tehri, which is indeed a must-see attraction. This Northern state also takes pride in comprising a destination, Rishikesh that is dubbed the Yoga Capital of India. The state proffers a plethora of tourist attractions like Haridwar, Ranikhet, Dehradun, Dhanaulti that are a must visit during your trip to Uttarakhand.

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