Top Destination
Nature's Blooming Wonderland
Uttarakhand Top Destination
Queen of the Hills
Mussoorie
Known as “The Queen of Hills,” Mussoorie is a charming hill station tucked away in Uttarakhand’s Garhwal district. Mussoorie, well-known for its verdant surroundings, breathtaking Himalayan vistas, and colonial charm, provides the ideal fusion of unspoiled beauty and calm atmosphere. Kempty Falls, Mall Road, and Gun Hill are just a few of the well-liked features that make it a top choice for tourists looking for peace and adventure.
Mussoorie was established in 1823 by a British officer, Captain Young, who fell in love with its scenic beauty.
The famous writer Ruskin Bond has made Mussoorie his home, adding literary charm to the hill station.
Mussoorie is home to Lal Tibba, the highest point in the town, offering panoramic views of the Himalayas.
The Queen's Meadow
Ranikhet
Ranikhet was a summer retreat for the British during the colonial era, and its name translates to "Queen's Meadow" in Hindi.
The town is home to the Kumaon Regimental Centre Museum, showcasing the rich military history of the region.
Ranikhet is famous for its fruit orchards, particularly apples, apricots, and peaches, adding to its scenic beauty and agricultural charm.
Skiing Paradise of India
Auli
Auli, a top skiing location in Uttarakhand’s Himalayas, is renowned for its immaculate slopes and breathtaking panoramic vistas. Situated around 2,800 meters above sea level, Auli provides exciting winter activities as well as a tranquil haven with its verdant oak and coniferous forests. The longest cable car trip in Asia, which links Auli and Joshimath and offers breath-taking aerial views of the surrounding mountains, is another reason for its fame.
Auli is one of India’s premier ski destinations, offering pristine slopes and stunning views of the Himalayan peaks.
The region is known for its state-of-the-art cable car, which is the longest in Asia, connecting Joshimath to Auli.
Auli hosts the National Winter Games, attracting ski enthusiasts and athletes from across the country.
Mini Switzerland of India
Chopta
Known as the “Mini Switzerland of India,” Chopta is a charming hill station in Uttarakhand that is tucked away within the Garhwal Himalayas. Chopta provides hikers and nature enthusiasts with a tranquil and dreamlike escape with its verdant meadows, deep forests, and expansive views of snow-capped summits.
Chopta is often referred to as the "Mini Switzerland of India" due to its breathtaking vistas and lush green meadows resembling the Swiss landscape.
It serves as the base for the trek to Tungnath, the highest Shiva temple in the world.
Chopta is a haven for birdwatchers, with a diverse range of avian species found in its forests and meadows.
Nature's Blooming Wonderland
Valley of Flowers - Chamoli
Located in Uttarakhand, India, the Valley of Flowers, also known as “Nature’s Blooming Wonderland,” is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nature lovers and botany fans will find nirvana in this colorful valley, which is well-known for its kaleidoscope display of alpine flowers, including uncommon species like the blue poppy. Trekking through its pristine terrain offers a genuinely immersive experience in the middle of nature, with gushing waterfalls, lush green meadows, and spectacular vistas of the surrounding Himalayan peaks.
The Valley of Flowers is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its stunning floral diversity, including rare and endangered Himalayan flora.
It remains covered in snow during winter and transforms into a colorful floral paradise during the monsoon season.
The valley is home to numerous medicinal plants, with local communities using them for traditional healing practices.
The Lake District of India
Nainital
Known as “The Lake District of India,” Nainital is a charming hill station in Uttarakhand’s Kumaon area. Nainital, well-known for its stunning lakes, notably the lovely Naini Lake, provides a tranquil haven in the foothills of the Himalayas. The town is well-liked by nature lovers, honeymooners, and adventure seekers alike because of its picturesque colonial-era buildings, verdant forests, and expansive vistas.
Nainital is named after the Naini Lake, one of the prominent lakes in the region, which is believed to be one of the 64 Shakti Peeths.
During the colonial era, the town was a popular summer getaway for the British, who turned it into a hill station.
Nainital is well-known for its unusual pear-shaped lake, which is encircled by verdant hills and has colorful paddle boats dotting it, providing scenic views.
Nature's Wildlife Haven
Jim Corbett National Park
The oldest national park in India, Jim Corbett National Park is a wildlife enthusiast’s paradise, tucked away in the foothills of the Himalayas. The park was renamed in honor of Jim Corbett, a renowned hunter who became a conservationist, after it was first established in 1936 as Hailey National Park. With its vast expanse of more than 500 square miles, the park is well-known for its varied wildlife, which includes the magnificent Bengal tiger.
Originally created as Hailey National Park in 1936 to save Bengal tigers, Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India.
It has the name of Jim Corbett, the renowned hunter who became a conservationist and was instrumental in its founding.
Numerous animal species can be found in the park, including as tigers, elephants, leopards, and more than 600 different species of birds.
Discover Pristine Beauty
Chakrata
One of India's tallest direct waterfalls, Tiger Falls, is located near Chakrata and rises to a height of 312 feet.
With its abundance of uncommon and unusual bird species, the region surrounding Chakrata is a birdwatcher's paradise.
There are fantastic trekking options in Chakrata. Trails lead to beautiful locations like Deoban, which gives expansive views of the gorgeous Himalayas.
A Hidden Himalayan Gem
Dhanaulti
Adventure lovers love Dhanaulti because it provides a variety of adventure activities such as rock climbing, rappelling, trekking, and camping.
In addition to providing spiritual comfort, the nearby Surkanda Devi Temple, which is devoted to Goddess Parvati, is a historical adventure in itself with its rich mythology and picturesque hike.
Dhanaulti is a photographer's and nature lover's dream, offering stunning vistas of the snow-capped Himalayan mountains, particularly at sunrise and sunset.
