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According to the 2011 Census of India, Uttarakhand has a population of 10,086,292 comprising 5,137,773 males and 4,948,519 females, with 69.77% of the population living in rural areas. The state is the 20th most populous state of the country having 0.83% of the population on 1.63% of the land.
A mystical land of mountains and mythologies, exquisite landscapes and exhilarating adventure, and wellness and yoga, Uttarakhand has something to offer every traveller.
THE 30 BEST Things to Do in Uttarakhand, India. Places to Visit in Uttarakhand. Check out must-see sights and activities: Triveni Ghat, Nainital Lake, Nature and Wildlife Tours, Mountains. Explore popular experiences. See what other travellers like to do, based on ratings and number of bookings. See All. Nature and Wildlife Tours (95)
Triveni Ghat 1. Triveni Ghat Evening ritual by the Ganges with live music and participatory puja, set against a serene backdrop. Cultural events and spiritual ambiance are highlights, with sunset adding to the experience.- Nainital Lake 2. Nainital Lake Tranquil hill station setting with serene boat rides on an emerald lake, surrounded by lush green hills and historical temples, perfect for a peaceful retreat and scenic exploration.
- 4. Kainchi Dham Neem Karoli Baba Ashram Serene spiritual retreat in the Kumaon region, surrounded by natural splendor and a tranquil river. Offers meditation and introspection amidst the ashram's sacred sites and picturesque hills.
- 5. Har ki Pauri Sacred riverfront revered by pilgrims for spiritual bathing and the mesmerizing evening Aarti. Twice-daily ceremonies and vibrant stalls create an atmosphere of devoutness and tradition.
- 6. Kedarnath Mandir
- 8. Ram Jhula Iron suspension bridge connecting riverbanks, adorned with scenic Ganges views and a lively pedestrian scene. Nearby ashrams and local cuisine enhance the cultural ambiance.
- 11. The Beatles Ashram Serene heritage site within a tiger reserve featuring meditation areas, intriguing architecture, and peaceful trails adorned with vibrant graffiti art.
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- Jim Corbett National Park. Uttarakhand, India. Phone +91 97593 63344. Web Visit website. One of India's most popular national parks, Jim Corbett National Park is named after hunter-turned-conservationist Jim Corbett.
- Haridwar. Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India. Web Visit website. Ancient Haridwar (the "Gateway to God") is one of the seven holiest places in India, and one of the oldest living cities.
- Rishikesh. Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India. Rishikesh, located not far from Haridwar, is as popular with western spiritual seekers as Haridwar is with Hindu pilgrims.
- Nainital. Nainital, Uttarakhand, India. Web Visit website. The hill settlement of Nainital, in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, was a popular summer retreat for the British during the time they ruled India.
- Kedarnath. Uttarakhand. Kedarnath is in the most dramatic location of the char dham temples, located at the base of 6970m peaks and 22km from the nearest road.
- Valley of Flowers National Park. Uttarakhand. The bugyals (high-altitude meadows) of tall wildflowers in the Unesco World Heritage–listed Valley of Flowers are a glorious sight on a sunny day,…
- Har-ki-Pairi Ghat. Haridwar. Har-ki-Pairi (The Footstep of God) is where Vishnu is said to have dropped some divine nectar and left behind a footprint. Every evening, hundreds of…
- Naini Lake. Uttarakhand. This pretty lake is Nainital’s centrepiece and is said to be one of the emerald-green eyes of Shiva’s wife, Sati (naina is Sanskrit for eye) that fell to…
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Sep 20, 2024 · Uttarakhand, state of India, located in the northwestern part of the country. It is bordered to the northwest by the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, to the northeast by the Tibet Autonomous Region of China, to the southeast by Nepal, and to the south and southwest by the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.
Snow-capped Himalayan peaks, serpentine rivers, revered temples, quaint villages, vibrant culture, and World Heritage Sites, Uttarakhand's sheer natural beauty and diversity beckon travelers from across the world.
