Uttarkashi , Uttarakhand
About Uttarkashi
Uttarkashi, meaning the Kashi of north is a city of religious importance as well as the city that offers all nature fanatics a place to explore the Himalayas. Not just the Himalayas, Uttarkashi can boast of untouched and unexplored springs, waterfalls and gorgeous valleys. Being the largest town in the region it is a one stop for recouping all the essential eats and other essentials. It is located at the banks of Bhagirathi River and offers a plenty of opportunities for all adventure lovers as well as those who want to connect to God. Uttarkashi is famous for Vishwanath temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and several Shiva devotees throng the temples here as well as the temples that are part of the Char Dham voyage for Hindus.
Well connected by road from Dehradun, it is not connected by Rail or Air. The nearest Railhead is Rishikesh and the nearest airport is at Dehradun. The road connecting Rishikesh and Uttarkashi is not motor able during monsoons as the mountains are prone to landslides.
Despite these entire problems, devoted pilgrims wade their way through to pay obeisance to Lord Shiva. The other temples in the vicinity are Kandhaar Devta mandir, Gangotri temple, Shani temple, Yamnotri temple, Bharav Temple and many others. Rishikesh is not just famous for the temples but for the Nehru Institute for Mountaineering, for all those enthusiasts, who want to learn the art of mountaineering!
While at Rishkesh, the journey is not complete without visit to its neighborhood. There are plenty of adjoining places like Sat Tal (seven lakes), Gangotri, Gaumukh Glacier, Kedartal and many more. And not to forget, all the adventure lovers can indulge in adventure sports like white water and still water rafting as well as rock climbing.
Freedom to make your own trip!
What you want, when you want and how you want.
Top 10 Places to Visit in Uttarkashi
Nehru Institute of Mountaineering, Uttarakhand
2.1 km from Uttarkashi - See map
Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (NIM) is a place of worship for the mountaineering enthusiast. One can learn all the basics as well as advanced...
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Dodital Lake, Uttarakhand
*12.5 km from Uttarkashi - See map
Dodital Lake (also known as Dhundi Lake) in Uttarakhand is a popular trekking destination as it is located at an altitude of almost 10,000 ft....
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Khatling Glacier Trek, Uttarakhand
*27.9 km from Uttarkashi - See map
Khatling Glacier Trek in Uttarakhand is an adventurous trek that begins from Ghuttu in Tehri district. The glacier is the source of Bhilangna...
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Kedar Tal, Uttarakhand
*33.3 km from Uttarkashi - See map
Due to the high altitude of this lake, you shouldn’t trek here without an experienced local guide. The lake also functions as a base for further...
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Janki Chatti, Uttarakhand
41.2 km from Uttarkashi - See map
Janki Chatti located at a height of 2650m is famous for the hot water springs. This place is the last village while travelling for Yamunotri...
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Rajaji National Park, Uttarakhand
*50.4 km from Uttarkashi - See map
Rajaji National Park situated in foothills of the Himalayas, is compromised by three sanctuaries of Uttaranchal namely Shivaliks-Rajaji, Motichur,...
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Rudranath, Uttarakhand
*54.5 km from Uttarkashi - See map
Rudranath is the third temple that has to be visited while on the Panch kedar Pilgrimage. The other four are Kedarnath, Tungnath, Madhyammaheswar...
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Kalpeshwar, Uttarakhand, Uttarakhand
*59.6 km from Uttarkashi - See map
Kalpeshwar (Fifth Abode of lord Shiva) is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, that can be trekked to from Urgam village. Trekking in the Himilayas...
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Harsil, Uttarakhand
72.4 km from Uttarkashi - See map
Harsil, in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, is a hidden jewel in the Himalayas. If you are looking for a retreat where you can lose yourself in...
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Gangotri Temple, Uttarakhand
74.8 km from Uttarkashi - See map
Gangotri Temple is at a Ganges defying three thousand and forty eight meters above sea level. The temple itself is a white, domed structure...
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Barkot, Uttarakhand
77 km from Uttarkashi - See map
Barkot located on banks of Yamuna River is very near to Yamnotri dham. Thus while visiting Barkot do visit the Yamnotri dham and satiate your...
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Dharali, Uttarakhand
79 km from Uttarkashi - See map
Dharali is located in picturesque district of Uttarkashi and is famous for apple orchards. Located on banks of River Ganga one can indulge in...
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