13 Best Tourist Places in Uttarakhand

India is a country where there are many things to explore and visit as a tourist. There are many beautiful temples, historic forts, mesmerizing beaches, beautiful looking mountains and many more in India. People from different countries travel to India for vacation. India has 28 states to visit and 8 union territories. Where can you go on vacation with family, friends, and loved ones. Today in this article, we will cover the best tourist places to visit in one of the states in India, which is known as the Land of God and also we can say Devbhumi. This article discusses the best places to visit in the Indian state of Uttarakhand.

Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand is one of the 28 states in India, which is located in the north of India. This state is very famous all over the world due to the Pilgrimage sites available in this state. This state is also known by many other names such as Uttaranchal, "Devbhumi, and Land of the Gods.If you are a nature lover and want to spend some time in nature, then Uttarakhand is the perfect place for you. In the north and east, Uttarakhand shared a border with theTibet Autonomous Region of China and Sudurpashchim Province of Nepal, and in the west and south, it shared a border with Uttar Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh. Let's see some of the best places to visit in Uttarakhand.

1. Rishikesh

There are many places to visit in Uttarakhand, but Rishikesh is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the state. Sometimes Rishikesh is also spelt as Hrishikesh. In the Dehradun district, it is a city as well as a tehsil. Rishikesh is also known as the Yoga Capital of the World and the Garhwal Himalayas Gateway. Here you find many pilgrimage site, which is known all over the world. This place is so beautiful, and it is situated in the Himalayan foothills, and the river Ganga enhances the beauty of this place. Here you will find many ancient temples and cafes that are very popular, and you also be part of the many adventure activities such as river rafting. Apart from all these you can sit on the bank of river Ganga and spend the time that will be your favourite for a long time. The International Yoga Festival, which is famous worldwide, is held here in the month of March first week. Rishikesh has located 45 km from Dehradun and from Haridwar; the location of this place is only 21 km. If you are in this state and near this place, then don't forget to visit this place. Some best places to visit in Rishikesh and near it are:-

• The Lakshman Jhula
• Triveni Ghat
• Ganga Aarti
• Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
• The Beatles Ashram
• Ram Jhula
• Shivpuri
• Kaudiyala
• The Jadh Ganga Trek
• The Kuari Pass
• Neer Garh Waterfall
• Swarg Ashram
• Bharat Mandir
• Rishi Kund
• The Geeta Bhawan
• Muni ki Reti, and many more.

2. Haridwar

Haridwar is another famous tourist destination in the state of Uttarakhand. It is one of the holiest places for followers of the Hindu religion. This city lies in the district of Haridwar, and Uttarakhand's second largest city is Haridwar. The city is located at the base of the Shivalik ranges, on the right bank of the Ganges River. Haridwar is very famous for Kumbha Mela all over the world, and along with this, the Ganga aarti of Haridwar is equally famous as the Ganga Arti of Varanasi. This is the perfect place for your vacation with family or spending time with them. This place is also known as 'Gateway to Gods', and in ancient times this place is also known as Mayapuri. There are many ashrams, ancient temples, and many more things to explore in this city. The distance of Haridwar from Delhi is 241 km, and from Rishikesh, this place is located at a distance of 28 km. If you are planning to visit this place with your family, then this will be your perfect trip. Let's see some places to visit in or near Haridwar.

• Ganga Aarti
• The Mansa Devi Temple
• Patanjali Yogpeeth
• Har Ki Pauri
• Chandi Devi Temple
• Shantikunj
• Rajaji National Park
• Ma Anandamayi Ashram
• Daksha Mahadev Temple
• The Bharat Mata Mandir
• Sapt Rishi Ashram
• Vaishno Devi temple
• Bhimgoda Tank
• Kushavarta Ghat
• Adbhut Mandir, and many more.

3. Auli

There are many hill stations in India, and Auli is one of the best hill stations found in the state of Uttarakhand. In the Chamoli district, this place is located. In the Garhwali language, Auli is also known by another name Auli Bugyal which means meadow. For enjoying nature, this place is one of the best; here, you find many types of flowers, apple orchards, pine trees, old oaks, and many more. People from far and wide with their family, friends and loved ones come here to spend quality time with them; this place is the best tourist destination, but for hiking and skydiving, Auli is the most popular. December to February is the best time to visit Auli. The distance of Auli from Haridwar is 291 Km, and from Dehradun, this place is located at a distance of 307 Km. So if you are interested in hiking and skydiving, then you must visit this place once. Let's see some of the best places to visit in Auli are:-

• Trishul peak
• Skiing in Auli
• Auli Ropeway
• Joshimath, or Jyotirmath
• Gurson Bugyal
• Hanuman Temple
• Kwani Bugyal, and many more.

4. Dehradun

The capital city of the state of Uttrakhand is one of the most Beautifull cities in the state. Dehradun is the biggest city in the state as well as the most populous one. This city is also served as the administrative headquarters of the Dehradun district. Dehradun is also known as 'Abode of Drona' and is tucked between the Song River, a tributary of the Ganga, on the east, and the Asan River, a tributary of the Yamuna, on the west in the Doon Valley at the base of the Himalayas. Dehradun is known for its picturesque landscape all over India. According to the tourist point of view, Dehradun is the best place to visit at weekends, and apart from this, this city is the hub of many educational institutes, organizations, research centres, and many more such as Forest Research Institute, Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy, Uttarakhand Ayurveda University, Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology, Indian Institute of Remote Sensing, Indian Military Academy, and many more. Dehradun is located at a distance of 33 km from Mussoorie, and the location of this place from Delhi is approximately 280 km. If you are in Uttrakhand, then you must try to visit the state capital. Let's see some of the best places to visit in Dehradun:-

• Robber's Cave or Gucchu Pani.
• Tapkeshwar Temple
• Clock tower
• Sahastradhara
• Paonta Sahib
• The Mindrolling Monastery, or Buddha Temple Complex.
• Paltan Bazaar
• Forest Research Institute
• Rajaji National Park
• Tapovan Ashram
• Malsi Deer Park
• Lacchiwalla
• The Regional Science Centre
• Pacific Mall
• Daat Kali Temple
• Sahastradhara Ropeway
• Kalinga War Memorial, or Khalanga War Memorial
• Har Ki Dun
• Maldevta, and many more.

5. Nainital

One of the most popular hill stations in North India is Nainital; and; it is located in the Nainital district and also serves as the district headquarter. In the Kumaon ranges foothills, this city is located. Nainital is the perfect tourist destination for weekends because this is the place that provides you with everything that you are looking for as a tourist. Apart from the tourist point of view, Nainital is the education hub of the state, and the High Court of the state is also in Nainital. In the past time, this city was also the summer capital of the United Provinces. If you are planning to visit Nainital, then every month is the best time to visit this place with family, friends, and loved ones. This place is at a distance of 345 km from New Delhi, and from the state capital Dehradun, it is at a distance of approximately 285 km. Let's see some of the best places to visit in Nainital if you are here:-

• Naini Lake
• Hanuman Garhi
• Tiffin Top
• Pangot
• Bhimtal
• Nainital Ropeway
• Sattal
• Himalayan View Point
• Eco Cave Garden
• Snow View Point
• Naina Devi Temple
• Nainital Zoo or High Altitude Zoo
• Raj Bhawan
• The Mall Road
• Land's End
• Gurney House
• Naina Peak or Cheena Peak
• St John Wilderness Church
• Jeolikot
• Khurpa Taal
• Ranikhet, and many more.

6. Mussoorie

There are many hill stations in India, but Mussoorie is one of the very popular and stunning tourist destinations all over India, not only in Uttarakhand. Due to the beauty of this place, Mussoorie is also known as The Queen of the Hills. In the district of Dehradun and in the Garhwal Himalayan range foothills, Mussoorie is located. This place is the perfect place for your vacation. The natural environment of Mussoorie will give you refreshing energy. The training institute for civil service examination, Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA ), is also in this city. The location of Mussoorie from the state capital Dehradun is only 35 km, and the location of this place from Delhi is approximately 290 km. If you are in Uttarakhand or near Mussoorie, then you must visit this Beautiful hill station once. Let's see some of the best places in Mussoorie for spending quality time.

• Kempty Falls
• Camel's Back Road
• Landour
• Gun Hill
• Dalai Hills
• Lal Tibba
• Company Garden
• Shedup Choepelling Temple
• Jharipani Falls
• Devalsari
• Bhatta Falls
• Dhanaulti
• George Everest's House
• Cloud's end
• The Kellogg Memorial Church
• Soham Heritage Centre
• Jwala Devi Temple
• Mussoorie Lake
• Mossy Falls
• Benog Wildlife Sanctuary, and many more.

7. Jim Corbett National Park

There are many national parks in India, but Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park and also one of the most beautiful ones in India, which was established in the year 1936. This national park is located in the district of Nainital and was earlier known asHailey National Park; in the year 1956, the park's name changed to Jim Corbett National Park .This park is spread over an area of 520.8 km2, and you will find many things to explore in this area. If you are a nature lover, then you must try to visit this national park once in your life. Here you find many types of fauna and flora like a blossom-headed parakeet, the red junglefowl, crested serpent eagle, Bengal tiger, and many more. If you want to visit a place which is free from the hustle and bustle of the city, then prefer this national park to plan your vacation.

8. Kedarnath

According to the belief of Hinduism, Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh are considered to be the supreme deities in Hinduism. There are many temples of each deity in India. In the same way, there is so many temples of Lord shiva found all over the world, but the temple of lord shiva where jyotirlinga is found is the most sacred one. There is 12 jyotirlinga in India, out of which one is found in the state of Uttarakhand.

Kedarnath is one of the most popular pilgrimage sites in India and also one of the Jyotirlinga in India. Apart from jyotirlinga, Kedarnath is also one of the parts of chota char dham or four Adobe in Uttarakhand. In the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, Kedarnath is located which is town, and this place is famous all over India due to the Kedarnath Temple. Apart from the pilgrimage centre, this place is also very famous for its natural beauty. The best time to visit Kedarnath is in the month of April, May and June. So if you are planning to visit a sacred place that is very rich in natural beauty, then there will be no better place than Kedarnath in the state of Uttarakhand. Let's see some of the best places to visit in or near Kedarnath.

• Sonprayag
• Kedarnath Temple
• Vasuki Tal
• Sri Sankaracharya Samadhi
• Bhairavnath Temple
• Saint Agastya Temple
• Chandrashila
• Chorabari Lake
• Guptakashi
• Syalsaur
• Gaurikund, and many more.

9. Tungnath

One of the most popular temples in the state of Uttrakhand which is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and along with this, this temple is also one of the very few Shiva temples which are located at an altitude of 12106 ft, and among the panch, Kedar temples which are located in the district of Rudraprayag this temple is at the highest point. The meaning of Tunganath is theLord of the peaks. Like Kedarnath temple, this shiva temple is also surrounded by nature, and if you are a trekkers lover, then this place is one of the best for you. So if you are planning to visit this temple, then plan your trip as soon as possible.

10. Badrinath Temple

There are many temples in India, and all are considered sacred, but some temples are very popular as compared to another in India. According to the belief of the Hindu religion, by visiting the Char Dham, every wish of a person is fulfilled, and they attain salvation. In the state of Uttarakhand, one of the Char Dham or four adobe is also located in the district of Chamoli in one of the Nagar panchayats in Badrinath Town. Badrinath temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and apart from one of the char Dham, this temple is also part of Chota Char Dham of Uttarakhand. The meaning of Badri in Badrinath is "Badrayana", which is also another name for Rishi Ved Vyas, who have lived here for many years. The best time to visit this temple is in the month of May to October, and from the month of November to April, this temple is closed every year. Apart from this temple, there are also many things to explore in Badrinath; let's see some of them.

• Tapt Kund
• Badrinath Temple
• Brahma Kapal
• Charanpaduka
• Bheem Pul
• Yogadhyan Badri Temple
• Pandukeshwar
• Vyas Gufa
• Sheshnetra
• Mana Village
• Narad Kund
• Vasundhara Falls
• Neelkantha
• Saraswati River
• Ganesh Gufa
• Alka Puri
• Mata Murti Temple, and many more.

11. Gangotri

Gangotri, which is located in the district of Uttarkashi, is one of the most popular towns or one of the most sacred towns in the state of Uttarakhand, and from the district headquarters Uttarkashi, Gangotri, is located at a distance of approximately 100 km. Gangotri is a famous and sacred place all over India because of the origin of the very sacred Ganga River, which origin from Gaumukh, which is at a distance of only approximately 20 km from Gangotri. This town is located on the bank of the Bhagirathi River. Apart from all these, Gangotri is also part of the famous Chota Char Dham Yatra. According to Hindu mythology, when Lord Shiva freed the river from his hair, then Goddess Ganga descended here. If you also want to visit this place, then this will be one of your best trips. Let's see some of the best places to visit in Gangotri or near it.

• Gangotri Temple
• Gangotri Glacier
• Surya Kund
• Kedartal
• Gangotri National Park
• Harsil
• Dayara Bugyal
• Gaumukh, or Gomukh
• Dharali
• Gaumukh Tapovan Trek, and many more.

12. Yamunotri

In Uttarakhand, there are many pilgrimage sites to visit with family and friends; in the same way, Yamunotri is another famous pilgrimage site in Uttarakhand. People from far and wide come to visit this place. Yamunotri is a famous place for the origin of the river of Yamuna all over the world. Yamunotri is also known as Jamnotri and is part of Uttarakhand's chota char dham yatra. This place is located approximately 150 km from the Uttarkashi district headquarters Uttarkashi. So if you want to visit one of the chota char dham then must visit this place. Let's see some of the best places to visit near it:-

• Jankichatti
• Yamunotri Temple
• Hanuman Chatti
• Surya Kund
• Barkot
• Divya Shila
• Kharsali, and many more.

13. Kausani

There are so many people who want to visit the place, which is far from the hustle and bustle of the city; for those people, Kausani is the perfect place to visit. Kausani is one of the hill stations in Uttarakhand, India, and a small village which is located in the district of bageshwar. This place is very rich in natural beauty, and the father of the nation once said that Kausani is the Switzerland of India. If you really want to spend quality time with your loved ones, then this place is one of the best in Uttarakhand. The distance of this place from Dehradun is 312 km.

Conclusion

Uttarakhand is one of the most beautiful states in India. People from different places come to Uttarakhand with their family, friends, and loved ones to explore the beauty of this place. In this state there is everything you want to visit as a tourist, from the most famous temple to natural beauty, you will find everything here in this article we have discussed some best and most famous places to visit in Uttarakhand, but apart from discussed tourist destination tourist places like Chopta, Mukteshwar, Lansdowne, Valley of Flowers, Almora, Chakrata, and many more are also must-visit places.