Hidden Gems: Off-the-Beaten-Path Places to Visit in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand a northern state of India and a place for the attraction of the tourists from all around the country and world for its Hindu pilgrimage sites. With having two capitals Dehradun and Nainital(judiciary) attracts thousands of people yearly to enjoy the beauty of the state.

Here are top 5 must places to visit in Uttarakhand.

Mussoorie : Located at around 6000 feet from the sea level it is one the best hill stations of Uttrakhand. It is also known by the name ‘Queen of Hills’. Summers spent in Mussoorie is the greatest pleasure you can get in your life and winters are quite cold there. Kempty Falls is unmistakably worth visiting. Mussoorie is a place where everyone can enjoy wonderful holidays. The place is especially popular with Honeymooners. Best time to visit is March to June and September to November.

2. Kausani : Kausani is a wonderful picnic spot for the family in an exotic holiday. With its vast panoramic views and the lush of nature it is one of the distinguished places to visit in Uttarakhand. Best time to visit this place is in the month of March to May.

3. Nainital: Also called the ‘City of Lakes’ it is one of the most popular tourist places and is mostly preferred for the nature lovers, family vacations, honeymoon. The city gets its name from Naini Lake, an awe-inspiring lake at the foothills of the mighty Himalayas present an exotic view. Best time to visit the place from April to June.

4. Dehradun: Capital city of Uttarakhand is not more than a charming place to visit with picturesque landscapes with an incredible weather and ambiance, Dehradun is a cherished location, irresistible to all kinds of travelers. It’s the gateway to the scenic hills of Uttarakhand. The town has a number of monuments from the colonial days of the British Raj. Best time to visit is March to April and October to November.

5. Haridwar: Haridwar is one of the seven holiest cities for Hindus. No matter how much sin you do in your life you can freely come here to wash away all those sins by taking a holy dip in the sacred Ganges river. Pilgrims from different states and countries visit here and enjoy the site of the mesmerizing Ganga aarti in Haridwar. Every evening, there is a worship ritual for the River Goddess. A million of tiny flickering lamps are floated in the river with sounds of bells and devotees and priests singing praises with full devotion. Best time to visit is all around the year except in monsoons.

Here is a list of the best places to visit in Uttarakhand for a unique experience and a fun-filled vacation:

1. Landour

2. Dehradun And Mussoorie

3. Nainital And Ranikhet

4. Rishikesh And Haridwar

5. Chamoli

6. Binsar

7. Jim Corbett

8. Almora

9. Auli

10. Pithoragarh

11. Munsiyari

12. Chakrata

13. Chopta

14. Lansdowne

15. Valley Of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib

16. Chardham – Yamnotri, Gangotri, Badrinath And Kedarnath

17. Dhanaulti

18. Kanatal

19. Bhimtal

20. Joshimath

21. Madhyamaheshwar

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Popular places: Auli, Mundali, Munsyari

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