Wednesday, 25 February 2015

Jageshwar- -Uttarakhand – India

Jageshwar is a Hindu pilgrimage town in Almora district of Uttarakhand state. Nestled in Kumaun region, 36 km northeast of Almora, this temple town is believed to be the site of the first of the 12 Jyotirlingas. Situated at an elevation of 1,870 mts above sea level, it is an important tourist destination in Kumaun and thousands of people visit Jageshwar...

Wednesday, 18 February 2015

Hemkund Sahib -Uttarakhand – India

Hemkund Sahib is a major pilgrimage site for the Sikhs. It remains perched at an elevation of 4,329 meters above sea level in the state of Uttarakhand. Shri Hemkunt Sahib is an important pilgrimage destination for Hindus and Sikhs. Hemkund is the breathtaking Lokpal lake located at an altitude of 4329 m from the sea level. The picturesque natural settings...

Saturday, 14 February 2015

Haridwar – Uttarakhand – India

Haridwar in Uttarakhand is among the seven holy destinations for Hindus and is also one of the four sites where the Kumbh Mela is held every 12 years. Located at the foothills of Shivalik range and on the banks of River Ganga, Haridwar (literally translated as Gateway of the Gods) serves as the entry point for several...

Tuesday, 10 February 2015

Gangotri – Uttarakhand – India

Gangotri is one of the major religious places for Hindus amongst the (four) Char Dham pilgrimage areas. It  is located in Uttarkashi  district and is dedicated to the Goddess Ganga.   Gangotri has a classic charm that entices many visitors. It is the ideal location for adventure lovers who are on the look out for thrill and excitement,...

Saturday, 7 February 2015

Dhanaulti,Uttarakhand,India

A lot of people are not yet aware of Dhanaulti, but the place is an absolutely attractive and charming destination in the Uttarakhand state. The town is located just 30 kilometers away from Mussoorie, making for a good excursion tour in Uttarakhand. It lies along the the Mussoorie-Chamba road, elevated at a height of 2250 meters above the sea level. It...

Tuesday, 3 February 2015

Dehradun,Uttarakhand,India

Dehradun serves as the gateway to some of the country’s most popular hill stations including Mussoorie and Nainital . Nestled in the foothills of the Himalyan mountain ranges, Dehradun serves as the capital of Uttarakhand, the town sits cozily between two of the most prominent rivers of the country  Ganga and Yamuna. The introduction...