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Lying in the north of the vast and bountiful expanse of
India and cradled in the awesome beauty and calm serenity
of the stately Himalayas, Uttaranchal - the "Devbhumi"
that has attracted tourists and pilgrims from world over
since time immemorial.
Cradled by the cool and soothing Himalayas in the
northern part of India, Uttaranchal is the most perfect
destination for the people lasting for a place to relax
and rejuvenate. With the exception of the remote valleys
to the North of the Great Himalayan Range, the Uttaranchal
region is subject to the Indian monsoon.
Uttaranchal is abundant with innumerous tourist and
pilgrimage destination. Every step you take here, you will
find a sight to behold and appreciate. The abundance of
Hindu pilgrimages has drawn millions of pilgrims to this
place since time immemorial. This most salubrious tourist
destination is every travellers first choice for its
captivating and hypnotic surroundings. Sacred pilgrimages
of different religions including the world famous “Char
Dham” or the four Hindu pilgrimage destinations of Shri
Badrinath - Kedarnath - Gangotri - Yamunotri; the sacred
Sikh pilgrimage of Hemkund - Lokpal, Nanakmatta and Meetha
- Reetha Sahib and Piran Kaliyar have drawn pilgrims and
seekers for spiritual fulfillment to Uttaranchal. Kailash
Mansarovar, Tholingmath are all in the Chinese occupied
Tibet, but for the people of yesteryears, these were some
of the most important landmarks in Uttaranchal.
Nainital is one most alluring hill station of
Uttaranchal situated in the picturesque Kumaon region,
around the lake Naini. Seven mountains or the Sapta Shring
bounds Nainital. Nainital is a wonderful holiday retreat
from the restless lifestyle of the cities. The sky-kissing
Himalayas, the wooded hillsides, fantastic walks and
amazing lakes spellbinds all the visitors to Nainital.
Though overcrowded in summer, exploring this hill resort
in the off-season can also prove to be an interesting
break.
Rishikesh, as the name suggests, is the city of
rishis or yogis. Every year tourists crowd Rishikesh,
seeking spiritual salvation on the banks of the Ganga.
Situated in the foothills of the Garhwal region in
Uttaranchal, the city serves as the gateway to the
Chardhams of Uttarakhand-Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri
and Yamunotri (four most sacred pilgrimages of Hindus).
Rishikesh is also an ideal destination for adventure
seekers who keep interest in white water surfing. |
