Uttaranchal Travel Guide
Fact File
Area : 55,848 sq. km
Capital : Dehradun
Population : 7.045 Million
Religion : Hinduism
Languages : Hindi, Garhwali, Kumaoni
Best Time to Visit : April to July
Major Cities: Almora, Nainital, Haridwar, Dehradun, Mussoorie and Rishikesh.
Introduction Uttaranchal
A land of inexplicable beauty, the state of Uttaranchal is a new addition to the constitution of India. it was once a part of Uttar Pradesh, in the year 2000, an area of this state was separated and thus was born Uttaranchal.
Tourism in this state is plain and abundant, that is no wonder. It looks like as if the land is blessed by mother nature.An all season land it is, visit here any time in the entire year and you will not be disappointed. For the beautiful place has so much to offer that you will just want to savour every moment of it for lifetime.
The entire beautiful state is engulfed in the ranges of Himalayas yet it is so much more then just the mountains.The sheer geographical diversity that this small state encompasses is amazing.It has all the three ranges of Himalayas, Upper, Middle and Lesser passing through it. Some of the highest peaks in the world fall within its boundaries (Nanda Devi, 6400 metres).
Its vast meadows, gorges, stretches of forested hills and land, its natural reserves, world Heritage sites like Valley Of Flowers are major attractions. The entire scape is dotted with springs, lakes and waterfalls which just add to the beauty. An abundant wildlife comes complimentary with the natural reserves, a rich flora and fauna is very obvious here. National Parks, wildlife and bird sanctuaries attract many a nature lovers here.
Uttaranchal is also called the land of gods and not without reason. It is truly the abode of gods. Major holy cities like Rishikesh and Haridwar on the banks of Ganga are centres of faith. Chardham, the path to salvation which every Hindu must take once during his entire lifetime. Gangotri, Yamunotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath to be more elaborate, these four collectively are known as Chardham. The faith runs strong in these shrines and the treacherous journey is certainly no deterrent.
