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More Tourist Places in Uttranchal

Kedarnath Tour

Situated in the Himalayan slopes in the Garhwal region of Uttranchal at an altitude of 11, 735 feet above sea level, Kedarnath is one of the most sacred places for the Hindus. The greatness of the shrine of Kedarnath has been referred to in the ancient sacred scriptures of the Hindus. The Kedarnath is famous for one of the twelve ' Jyotirlingas' of Kedar or Lord Shiva present in Kedarnath. On the banks of river Mandakini, the Kedarnath shrine is one of the holiest pilgrimage destinations for the Hindus. The legend associated to Kedarnath says that Lord Shiva came at Kedarnath in the form of a bull. The five places where the different body parts of Lord Shiva are worshipped are collectively known as Panch Kedar.

Badrinath Tour

Badrinath is considered as one of the most sacred places of pilgrimage by the Hindus and is the most scenically beautiful place on the earth.

Badrinath is located on the bank of river Alaknanda and is one of the four Dhams that a Hindu devotee must visit before attaining salvation. Also known by the two sobriquets 'Tapobhoomi' (land of meditation and penance) and 'Bhubaikunth' (heaven on earth), it is surrounded by two mountain ranges of Nar and Narayan. Due to the wide coverage of wild berry forests ("Badri Van"); it was given the name Badrinath. The other tourist attractions at Badrinath include the Mata Murti temple, Urvashi Temple, Sesh Netra Temple and Charan Paduka.

Nainital Tour

Nainital is a glittering jewel in the Himalyan crown, is appropriately as the city of lakes thanks to the location of a number of lakes. The most famous of these lakes is the Naini Lake. Nainital's other claim to fame is Corbett National Park blessed. Nainital is dotted with lakes and is also known as the 'Lake District' of India. The most important tourist place is the Naini Lake in Nainital well nestled between seven mountains called Sapta Shring. The nearby tourist excursions in Nainital are Bhimtal, Sattal and Naukuchiatal.

Mussoorie Tour

Popularly known as the Queen of Hills, Mussoorie is the place where nature has found exquisite expression in a myriad enchanting ways. Situated at an elevation of 2003 m in the Garhwal hills above sea level, Mussoorie is one the most beautiful hill stations in India. Mussoorie is encompassed by the green hills and also has rich and varied flora and fauna.

One can enjoy a wonderful view of the Himalayan snow ranges and the Doon Valley from Mussoorie. Mussoorie also acts as a gateway to the Yamunotri and Gangotri shrines. The town of Mussoorie derives its name from the 'Masur' pulse or dal, which is grown widely here. The most important tourist places in Mussoorie include Gun Hill near Kutchery, Municipal Garden, Childers Lodge, Camel's Back Road, Nag Devta Temple, Sir George Everest House and Clouds End.