Here is the list of 12 Famous Places to visit in Uttarakhand
Places to visit in Uttarakhand | Tourist Attractions |
Nainital | Boating at Naini lake, Trekking, Tiffin Top, Land ends, Snow View Point, Naina Peak |
Mussoorie | Kempty Falls, Gun hills, Camel’s back road, Mall Road, Company Garden, Cable Rides |
Haridwar | Ganga aarti in Haridwar |
Dehradun | Robber’s Cave, Mindrolling Monastery, Sahastradhara, Rajai National Park |
Almora | Bright End Corner, Kasar Devi Temple, Jageshwar Dham, Trekking |
Rishikesh | Rafting, Bungee Jumping, Yoga, Ram & Laxman Jhula, Triveni Ghat, Swarg Ashram, Camping, |
Chamoli | Trekking, Sightseeing, Photography, and Cable Rides |
Jim Corbett | Elephant rides, Jungle Safari, Photography, Sightseeing |
Auli | Skiing, Artificial Lake, Mountains |
Valley of Flowers | Trekking |
Kausani | Anasakti Ashram, Baijnath Temple, Tea Estate |
Boating at Naini Lake, Trekking, Tiffin Top, Land ends, Snow View Point, Naina Peak | Badrinath Temple, Kedarnath Temple, Gangotri temple, Yamunotri Temple |
1. Nainital- A serenity within the chaos and chaos within the serenity!
A land cradled in the enveloping sights of seven mountains, Nainital has always been one of the top hill stations in India. There is no escape from the mesmerizing views that nature has to offer here. The immediate draw is the crescent shapes of Naini Lake from which the name Nainital has been derived. The experience of boating in the wonderful weather with enchanting sights all around is something difficult to forget.
Another lure is the exotic Nainital Zoo, with its many exquisite species. Some other attractions such as the Eco Cave Garden and the Astronomy Institution ARIES identify Nainital with nature studies and exploration. Located at a height of 1,938 meters above sea level, Nainital is also famously referred to as the Lake District of India.
- Ideal Destination to Visit for Couples and families, Honeymooners, Office Goers
- Best time to Visit: April to June
2. Mussoorie- Where the clouds dare!
Situated at an astonishing altitude of 6000 feet, Mussoorie is one of the best hill stations in Uttarakhand, known as the “Queen of Hills”. Overlooking the snow-clad Himalayan peaks, the land is blessed with rich natural beauty and the climate is incredible. While summers are pleasant, winters are cold. The beauty of Mussoorie was such that it mesmerized Captain Young of the British Army, who made the place his residence in 1820.
Since this destination tops the charts of travelers, the attractions here are definitely unique and enjoyable. One can see and touch the traces of clouds passing by. Kempty Falls is definitely worth a visit. Mussoorie is a place where everyone can enjoy a wonderful holiday. This place is especially popular among honeymooners.