Chardham Tour Blog of Uttrakhand

Sacred: One of the headstreams of the Ganga, believed to wash away sins and grant moksha. Origin: Starts from the Gaumukh Glacier in Uttarakhand. Confluence: Merges with Alaknanda at Devprayag to form the Ganga. Legend: Named after King Bhagirath, who brought the river to Earth. Hydropower: Powers several hydroelectric dams, including Tehri Dam. Panch Prayag: Part of the sacred Panch […]

Situated in the district of Almora in Devbhoomi Uttarakhand, is a spectacular group of temples that dates back to the 9th century. Truly a spectacular work of architecture, the main deity that is worshipped here is Surya Dev or the Sun God. It is one of the rarest temple complexes and holds immense historical and religious significance. Known for its […]

Location: 1,219 meters on the Badrinath-Rishikesh Highway. Scenic Beauty: Known for mountains, valleys, and forests. Char Dham Stop: Key stop for Char Dham Yatra pilgrims. Nearby Attractions: Close to Joshimath, Auli, and Valley of Flowers. Best Time: Visit in summer (April-June) or winter (Nov-Feb). Nestled beautifully at an elevation of 1,219 meters above sea level, Pipalkoti is a small yet […]

Yamunotri Dham, dedicated to Maa Yamuna, is one of the most significant temple among all the Chardham Yatra portals in Uttarakhand since this is the temple where the holy pilgrimage of Hindus commence. This is also one of the most remotely placed temples in Uttarakhand which is located on one of the jagged flanks of the Bandarpoonch Parvat with the […]

Nestled amidst the pristine natural surroundings of the majestic Himalayas and on the banks of the holy river of Ganga, the quiet hamlet of Dharali is so beautiful that it seems like a scene right out of a fairy tale book. The town is extremely popular for its glistening apple orchards and for being one of the most remote and […]

Janki Chatti is famous for being the last motorable road for Yamunotri and the place which not only fills you with a deep sense of spirituality but it can also be your place of choice to get away from the crowd and take some time off amidst the scenic natural surroundings. Outwardly this place is just a transition point from […]

Music is a huge part of the cultural and traditional ethos of Uttarakhand. They have songs to celebrate every month, occasion, auspicious time etc. there are varying degrees of differences between the folk music of Garhwal to that of Kumaon. The traditional richness of Uttarakhand is depicted clearly through its songs and music which the people sing to celebrate special […]

Seated on the holy banks of river Saraswati and elevated around 1800 meters above the sea level in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, Kalimath is a highly revered shrine which is dedicated to Goddess Kali. The temple is beautifully nestled amidst the lap of nature and offers a cool, salubrious and divine environment to its devotees. It is believed to […]

Every state in India is known for its uniqueness of traditions and beliefs and same is the case in the hill state of Uttarakhand. Folk dancing can find its ancestry in the ancient ages and has developed over time. Traditional dance here is known for being unique, colorful, vibrant and a very common occurrence. They dance to celebrate everything, from […]