Uttarakhand
The Paradise for Nature Lovers

Be it the salubrious smell of fresh grasslands or experiencing the divine aura of Buddhism, a trip to Uttarakhand heals your soul with the embrace of nature. Gear on for a wildlife safari and spot the Bengal Tiger or a casual stroll in a little boat as wind touches your face.

Definitely a paradise for nature lovers, Uttarakhand Tourism is famous for hill-stations and several off-beat destinations. It is also a paradise for adventure lovers as it houses one of the oldest national parks in the country.

So, go ahead and opt for a tour to Uttarakhand this season and explore the best of sightseeing, festivals and cuisines of North India.

Following are the main tourist attractions in Uttarakhand

Dehradun
Peacefully located in the Himalayan foothills, it is the capital of Uttarakhand. This hill-station is popularly called as the ‘Oxford of India.’ Several tourists visit it especially during the summer season, making it a ‘weekend getaway destination’ for leisure travel. Its location in the Doon Valley adds to its picturesque panorama, solitude endowing vistas and ancient constructions.
The tourist attractions in Dehradun include Forest Research Institute, Tapkeshawar Temple, Tiger Falls, Mindrolling Monastery, Asan Barrage Water Sport Resort and Tapovan. Additionally, it is known for various educational institutes dating back to the British era. It is also an adventure spot providing facilities like river rafting, angling, skiing and para-gliding.

Jim Corbett National Park
One of the oldest parks in India, it was established way back in 1936 to protect the endangered Bengal tiger species. It is an ideal destination for adventure lovers, wildlife enthusiasts and photographers. It is also famous for eco-tourism. Conservationist Jim Corbett had played a significant role in its establishment.
One of the most famous national parks in India, it is known for deciduous forests and diverse range of flora and fauna. Opt for a wildlife safari tour or jeep safari to spot the tigers, leopards, Indian Pangolins and Himalayan Black bear. You can also opt for bird safari, elephant safari and even horse safari. It is also a bird’s paradise with a rich variety of doves, kingfishers, teals, ducks and woodpeckers.

Haridwar
One of the holiest Hindu cities in India, it is famous as a religious pilgrimage destination. It is colloquially called as the ‘Gateway to Lord.’ Embroidered by River Ganga, it is famous for ghats, ashrams and temples. Kumbh Mela—the largest, peaceful and religious congregation of pilgrims in India—takes place in Haridwar once every 12 years.
Pilgrims from all over the world come to take a dip at Har Ki Pauri, which endows salvation and cleanses the sins. The evening Aarti at Har ki Pauri is a mystical, spiritual experience to witness. The tourist attractions in Haridwar include Vishnu Ghat, Pavan Dham, Mansa Devi Temple, Shanti Kunj and Chandi Devi Temple.

Rishikesh
One of the most sought after religious destinations by foreign tourists, it is known for spirituality, adventure and tranquillity. In fact, it is also known as the ‘Yoga Capital of India.’ An ‘International Yoga Week’ is held every February. Several adventurous activities in Rishikesh are famous, mostly river rafting, camping and trekking.
Every year, millions of tourists visit Rishikesh to learn different forms of Yoga, meditation and soul-cleansing techniques. The old world mystical charm of Rishikesh makes it a hotspot for nature lovers. The main tourist attractions in Rishikesh include Triveni Ghat, Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula, Shivpuri, Kriya Yoga Ashram and Bharat Mandir.

Nainital
Famous for weekend getaways and leisure travel, this hill-station is famous for summer retreat options, right from the days of British Empire. The main tourist attractions in Nainital include Nainital Lake, Naina Peak, Tiffin Top, St. John in the Wilderness and Gurney House.
Tourists visit Nainital to enjoy casual forest walks, tranquil ride over the lake and to get lost in the picturesque view of the snow-capped mountains. Thus, a tour to Uttarakhand is incomplete without visiting this most visited hill-station in the country.

Cuisines of Uttarakhand
The popular dishes include Jhangora ki kheer, Kandalee ka saag, Kulath ki Dal, Gulgula, Thechwani, Chainsoo and Garhwal ka Fannah. Mustard oil and pure ghee is the main ingredient of dishes, with very limited use of milk or addition of milk based products.

Festivals of Uttarakhand
The popular festivals include Basant Panchami (January), Makar Sankranti (January), Phool Dei (March) and Ganga Dussehra (May/July).

Excursions from Uttarakhand
Tourists can explore the nearby destinations to Dehradun like Malsi Deer Park (9km), Sahastradhara (16km), Santaura Devi Temple (16 km), Mussoorie (35 km) and Asan Barrage (50m).

When to Reach
Tourism to Uttarakhand is famous for being a being a ‘year-round-destination.’ Though, mostly tourists visit Uttarakhand during summer season.

How to Reach
Air: The three airports in Uttarakhand are Pithoragarh Naini Saini Airport, Pantnagar airport and Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport.
Rail: The famous railheads are located at Udham Singh Nagar, Pauri, Kathgodam, Kotdwar, Nainital, Rishikesh, Haridwar and Dehradun.
Road: The major towns and cities are well connected with buses.

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