Uttarkashi
Uttarkashi is known to share strong similarities with Varanasi and is even the famous Hindu pilgrimage to Kashi Vishwanath. Situated at an altitude of 1158 metres, Uttarkashi is the headquarters of the district of the same name, which is the largest district of Uttarakhand. This beautiful city is primarily known for its temples, ashrams and an unmatched spiritual aura. There are temples dedicated to Parashurama, Datatreya, Goddess Annapurna and Kali and Bhairon.
How to Reach Uttarkashi?
Uttarkashi is well-connected by road with two major tourist places in Uttarakhand, Dehradun and Rishikesh. From Dehradun, Uttarkashi is at a distance of 144 km and from Rishikesh, it is 168 km away. Cabs and buses are available from these two destinations for Uttarkashi.
Popular Attractions in and around Uttarkashi
1. Yamunotri Dham
Yamunotri Temple is located at an altitude of 3,291 meters in the western region of the Garhwal Himalayas in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. It is only 129 kms away from district headquarter Uttarkashi.
2.Gangotri Dham
Gangotri Dham, situated at an altitude of about 3,100 meters (approx.) on the Himalayan ranges in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, has a very special place in the hearts of Hindus. It is one of the four holy and important pilgrimage sites of the Chhota Char Dham Yatra of Uttarakhand. Amidst all the natural beauty and grace that the mountains and the height of the place provide, what makes Gangotri one of the most sacred places is its close association with the Ganges River (Ganga).
3. Gomukhi
Widely known as the source of the Ganges, India’s holiest river, Gomukh is a large cow’s mouth opening into the Gangotri Glacier. The glacier is one of the largest in the Himalayas and is located about 65 km from Uttarkashi.
4.Nelong Valley,
which is part of the Gangotri National Park, is a popular tourist destination near Uttarkashi. The valley is very similar to the terrain of Ladakh and is rich in history, having served as a trade route between India and Tibet in the past.
5.Kutti Devi Temple
Kuteti Devi Temple, a Hindu pilgrimage site near Uttarkashi, is an important Hindu pilgrimage site.
6. Duryodhana Temple
Duryodhana Temple is an important temple of this region, located near Saur village on Mori Taluka/Har Ki Doon Road.
7. Harshil
Harshil, situated on the banks of Bhagirathi river, is a beautiful and clean village in Uttarkashi district which has recently started attracting a large number of tourists. this is 79 km from Uttarkashi, is famous for its apple orchards and as a stop along an ancient trade route connecting India and Tibet.
8.Gartang Gali
Gartang Gali, a 105-metre-long wooden bridge, was originally part of the historic Indo-Tibetan trade route. This bridge is located in the Nelang valley, about 113 km from Uttarkashi.
9.Viswanath Temple
Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the oldest and most sacred temples of Uttarkashi, situated on the banks of Bhagirathi River. The temple provides a breathtaking view of the Bhagirathi River and the surrounding mountains.
10.Bhairava Temple
Bhairav Temple located in the Chowk area of Uttarkashi city, which is one of the important temples.
It is located in Uttarkashi city. This ancient Shiva temple is the main attraction of Uttarkashi city. Hundreds of devotees come here daily for the peace and blessings of the Lord. Visit Uttarkashi for more details.
