Uttarakhand – Land of Gods

Tourism in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand has many tourist spots due to its location in the Himalayas. There are many ancient temples, forest reserves, national parks, hill stations, and mountain peaks that draw large number of tourists. There are 44 nationally protected monuments in the state. Oak Grove School in the state is on the tentative list for World Heritage Sites. Two of the most holy rivers in Hinduism the Ganges and Yamuna, originate in Uttarakhand. Binsar Devta is a popular Hindu temple in the area. view more

Where is Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand earlier known as Uttaranchal is a state in the northern part of India which is also a prominent tourist destination in Northern India. It is often referred to as the Devabhumi. The literal meaning is Land of the Gods. The name is so famous due to numerous Hindu temples and pilgrimage centers found throughout the state. view more

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Picturesque landscape of Himalayan Ranges

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. view more

Forest Land in the Himalayan Hills / Abundance of Nature

Many times you hear about Devbhumi , it is a secondary name of Uttarakhand. which means " Land of God ". It is origination of two holy rivers named Ganga at Gangotri and Yamuna at Yamunotri. view more

Abode of trekking to God

Hiking is a long and strenuous walk that one takes, usually on trails (footpaths) in the countryside. It is a popular outdoor activity that has numerous health benefits. Trekking is another term used for multi-day hiking. view more

Abundance of Endangered Wildlife, Birds, Plants and Trees

An affluent wildlife is the highlight of the verdant green state of Uttarakhand. What seem to be the dense forests of Oak and Deodar are actually, the homeland to varied number of recognizable and unknown trees and plants. view more

Remotest Place / Green Valleys / Nature in Isolation / Hilly Rivers

These are the remotest offbeat places where green valleys, hilly rivers and the Mother Nature are in isolation from the rest of the world. You will never find the hustles and bustles of the city life and will enjoy the Sound of Silence. view more

Abundance of Nature in Transit / Bird / Photography / Orchids

Here you will find many sightseeing spots to be separately visited. You will also enjoy sightseeing while you will be transferred from one place to another. The journey will be like live sightseeing and you can stop over any place of your choice on the road and enjoy photography. view more

Orange / Fruit Orchards

Some of the places are famous for their Fruit Orchards of orange. You will find the orange orchards in many places, you will be able to observe these plants very closely. These orange orchards are producing the best in class oranges in India. view more

Best Adventure Tourism

The most beautiful Himalayan pinnacles and mountain trails changing from simple to intense evaluation, Uttarakhand is one of the most well-known trekking goals in India among the experience seekers. view more

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Tiger Trail

Wildcats have always been a fascinating creature for wildlife lovers and enthusiastic photographers. And Corbett National Park hosts a perfect destination to encounter these beasts as they are easily recognizable for their pattern of dark vertical stripes on orange fur. view more

Uttarakhand in Ancient India

Archaeological evidence supports the existence of humans in the region since prehistoric times. The region formed a part of the Uttarakuru Kingdom during the Vedic age of Ancient India. view more

Forming of Uttarakhand

After the Anglo-Nepalese War, this region was ceded to the British as part of the Treaty of Sugauli. The Garhwal Kingdom was then re-established from a smaller region in Tehri. After India attained independence from the British, the Garhwal Kingdom was merged into the state of Uttar Pradesh, where Uttarakhand composed the Garhwal and Kumaon Divisions. view more

Chipko Movement / Conservation Movement

Uttarakhand is also well known for the mass agitation of the 1970s that led to the formation of the Chipko environmental movement and other social movements. Though primarily a livelihood movement rather than a forest conservation movement, it went on to become a rallying point for many future environmentalists, environmental protests, and movements the world over and created a precedent for non-violent protest. view more

Forests & Mountains

Uttarakhand has a total area of 53,483 km2 of which 86% is mountainous and 65% is covered by forest. Most of the northern part of the state is covered by high Himalayan peaks and glaciers. In the first half of the nineteenth century, the expanding development of Indian roads, railways and other physical infrastructure was giving rise to concerns over indiscriminate logging, particularly in the Himalaya. view more

People & Culture

The native people of Uttarakhand are generally called Uttarakhandi and sometimes specifically either Garhwali or Kumaoni depending on their place of origin in either the Garhwal or Kumaon region. Uttarakhand has a multiethnic population spread across two geocultural regions, the Garhwal, and the Kumaon. view more

Vegetation & Wildlife

Uttarakhand has a diversity of flora and fauna. It has a recorded forest area of 34,666 km2 which constitutes 65% of the total area of the state. Uttarakhand is home to rare species of plants and animals, many of which are protected by sanctuaries and reserves. view more