Boasting of enchanting view of the Himalayas, and cultural ethos that speaks of simplistic living amidst nature and harmony – Uttarakhand is a land of sublime natural beauty and serene spirituality. And to top it, is the availability of numerous cant-miss experiences ranging from water sports to the ashrams where you can connect with your inner self.
Uttarakhand has everything in store for any tourist who is daring enough to face heights of the Himalayas, crazy enough to sail on the snow, and keen enough to explore himself/herself. With some magnificent places to visit in Uttarakhand, there’s no reason you should be a part of the urban grind for more than 2 months at a stretch!
Top 10 Places To Visit In Uttarakhand(2020)
Interested in visiting places in Uttarakhand? Here is a list of the best places to visit in Uttarakhand for a unique experience and a fun-filled vacay amidt the snow-capped mountains and the serene landscape. Experience heaven as we bring you the best places to visit in this piece of paradise nestled in Northern India. Take a look!
- Dehradun And Mussoorie
- Jim Corbett
- Pithoragarh
- Auli
- Tehri Garhwal
- Dhanaulti
- Chardham (Yamnotri, Gangotri, Badrinath And Kedarnath)
- Pauri Garhwal
- Devprayag
- Landour
1. Dehradun And Mussoorie
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The capital of Uttarakhand, Dehradun has a picturesque location with a beautiful view of the Himalayan ranges and river Ganga flowing on either side of the city. Mussoorie is located at a distance of about 38 km from Dehradun. It is touted to be the ‘Queen of Hills’ and attracts many tourists every year to visit famous Uttrakhand destinations which also makes this the most beautiful place in Uttarakhand.
Why: b'Coz there are only a few amazing weekend getaways like Dehradun and Mussoorie
Ideal for: Peace lovers, honeymooners, family and friends
Best time to visit: All around the year except monsoons.
Ideal duration: 2 to 3 days
How to reach: It takes around 5 hours to reach Dehradun from Delhi via road. From Dehradun, Mussoorie is just an hour journey away. The nearest airport is in Dehradun – Jolly Grant Airport.
Things to do: Visit the National Parks, Lakes, Kampty Falls, Benog Hill & Jwalaji Temple. Monastery, Resorts, Gucchu Paani, Lacchiwala and Sahastradhara Forest Research Institute(FRI) in Dehradun
2. Jim Corbett
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If you’re looking for famous Uttarakhand tourist places then this pace is a must visit. Formely known as Haley’s National Park, Jim Corbett was established in 1938 and attracts visitors for its Royal Bengal Tigers.
The park is home to some 600 species of birds, an equal number of animals and around 488 different types of plants and trees. Jim corbett organises safaris and hiking trails through the dense forest’s buffer zones all through the year. This is among the best places to visit in Uttarakhand.
Why: b'Coz this is the place you can’t miss if you are a wildlife enthusiast, photographer and nature lover.
Best time to visit: All year-round, except Monsoon (June to August)
Ideal for: Nature enthusiast, photographers, excursionists
Ideal duration: 2 to 3 days
How to reach: Ramnagar is the nearest railway station while Dehradun Airport is the nearest airport. It is well connected by road and there are regular bus services from Ramnagar and Delhi.
Things to do: Elephant rides, elephant safaris, Jeep safaris, photography, and unplanned excursions
3. Pithoragarh
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Another popular among Uttarakhand destinations is Pithoragarh. It has the quaint atmosphere which you can like for it’s peace and tranquility. There are quite a few places that you can interest you in Pithoragarh. It is amongst the few offbeat places to visit in Uttarakhand. If you are interested in mountaineering in Uttarakhand then surely head to this beautiful place.
Why: For the peace, serenity and picturesque views that the place has to offer
Ideal for: Friends and solo travel
Best time to visit: Anytime during the year is good except monsoons.
Ideal duration: 3 to 4 days
How to reach: The nearest airport is located in Delhi at a distance of about 10 hours.
Things to do: Visit Monastery, local temples, try out the local eateries.
4. Auli
- Must visit place: A trip to the beautiful Chattrakund lake should be on your places to see here.
- Things to do: Auli is the skiing and snowboarding hub of India. You can try your hand at skiing here. There are different courses to learn the sport. Try your lick at mountaineering here and you will have an unforgettable experience.
- Best time to visit: You can visit Auli anytime of the year. However, winters can be extremely cold and you will need to bundle up.
- Things to do: Visit Monastery, local temples, try out the local eateries.
