When should you go to visit Uttarakhand, these are the beautiful places here, know how much it will cost
Uttarakhand Tourist Places: There are many beautiful places to visit in India. Where most foreign tourists come. One of those places is Uttarakhand, which is also called Devbhoomi. Here you will find a very beautiful place to chill, let us know in detail.
Mussoorie
If you are coming to visit Uttarakhand then definitely visit Mussoorie, it is a beautiful hill station. Which is 35 kilometers away from Dehradun. Mussoorie is called the “Queen of Hills” because it is situated amidst the Himalayan mountains. Here you will find places to visit like Lal Tibba, Gun Hill, Mussoorie Lake, Happy Valley, Company Garden. The weather here is pleasant at this time.
Badrinath
Badrinath is a pilgrimage site located in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. This is one of the four famous Dhams of Hindus. Badrinath Temple is dedicated to “Badrinarayan”, a form of Lord Vishnu. The temple houses a 3.3 feet tall Shaligram idol, which was installed by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century. There is a mythological story named Badrinath. It is said that once when Lord Vishnu was engrossed in penance, suddenly it started snowing. Mother Lakshmi took the form of Badri tree and protected them from sun, rain and snow. When Lord Vishnu opened his eyes, he saw Goddess Lakshmi herself covered with snow. Let us tell you that to reach Badrinath, you can get down at Haridwar Railway Station and take a bus to Joshimath. From Joshimath you can hire a private vehicle to Badrinath temple.
Haridwar
If you are coming to visit Uttarakhand then definitely visit Haridwar once. It is situated in the foothills of the Himalayas and is a city of temples and ashrams. Haridwar is one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites in India. This is the place where the river Ganga enters the plains from the mountains. Some of the famous temples in Haridwar include Daksh Temple, Chandi Devi Temple, Maya Devi Temple, Pawan Dham and Parad Shivling.
Jim Corbett National Park
Jim Corbett National Park located in Nainital district of Uttarakhand is the oldest national park of India. It was established in 1936 during the British rule. It was named Hailey National Park after the Governor of United Province, William Malcolm Hailey. In 1957, the name of the park was changed to Jim Corbett National Park.
Flower Vally
Valley of Flowers is in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. All types of plants are found here. This valley is famous for its natural beauty. A book named “Valley of Flowers” has also been written about this valley. This place is very beautiful to visit.
Mukteshwar
Mukteshwar is a village and tourist destination located in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. This is one of the best hill stations of Uttarakhand. There is a white marble Shivalinga in this temple. The temple also has idols of Lord Ganesha, Brahma, Vishnu, Parvati, Hanuman and Nandi and other gods and goddesses. It is believed that Lord Shiva had killed a demon and granted him salvation. Hence its name was Mukteshwar.
Rishikesh
Rishikesh is a small city located in Dehradun district of Uttarakhand state. It is situated on the right bank of river Ganga. Rishikesh is also known as the “Yoga Capital of the World”. There are many holy places here, which include Lakshman Jhula, Triveni Ghat, Vashishtha Cave and Neelkanth Mahadev Temple. Lakshman Jhula is a famous hanging bridge over the river Ganga. Rishikesh is also known as the “place of greens”.
When should one visit Uttarakhand?
The best time to visit Uttarakhand is considered to be between March to April and October and November. The weather here remains amazing during these months. Snowfall occurs during winter. You must visit Uttarakhand in winter for the thrill of skiing and winter wonderland.
How much will it cost to visit Uttarakhand
Let us tell you that visiting Uttarakhand will cost at least Rs 5000 to 7000. If you want to stay in a good place, it can cost Rs 10,000 per person. The cost of staying here for a week, traveling and eating can be around Rs 12500 to Rs 15000.
How to reach Uttarakhand
Air Plane: Uttarakhand has several international airports, such as Dehradun, Joshimath, Pantnagar, Naini Saini, and Pithoragarh. You can reach Uttarakhand by taking a flight at any nearby airport.
Train: Many cities of Uttarakhand have railway stations, such as Dehradun, Haridwar, Kashipur, Nainital and Haldwani. You can come by train at any nearest railway station
Bus: Almost all major cities of Uttarakhand have bus stations, and you can reach any part of Uttarakhand via bus from your city.
By your own vehicle: If you have your own vehicle, you can reach Uttarakhand.
Taxi or Cab: You can also use taxi or cab to reach your destination.
