Top Attractions in Uttarakhand

Apart from these pilgrimage sites in Uttarakhand, there are spiritual places like Chitai Golu, Purnagiri, Kainchi Dham, Patal Bhubhaneshwar, Jageshwar, Baijnath, Binsar Mahadev, Kartik Swami Temple including Panch Kedar and Panch Badri that are thronged by millions of devotees. The high altitude Sikh pilgrimage of Hemkund Sahib and the mausoleum of Piran Kaliyar in the foothills are also religious sites that are amongst the top places to visit in Uttarakhand. For those seeking thrill and adrenaline rush on their visit to this North Indian state, there is a profusion of adventure activities including hiking and trekking, white water rafting, mountaineering, bungee jumping, mountain biking and a number of others. The state indeed boasts some of the finest treks in India including that of Roopkund, Har Ki Dun, Chopta-Chandrashila, and Dodital. Uttarakhand is also the destination that has India’s tallest peak, Nanda Devi and has peaks as unique as Kedar Dome where skiing is also a possibility. The state also flaunts a rich flora and fauna, and thus, is an ideal wildlife destination. The top places for a wildlife tour in Uttarakhand include Corbett National Park, Valley of Flowers, Rajaji National Park, Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary and Nanda Devi National Park. Those in search of relaxation and rejuvenation, Uttarakhand offers options for recreational activities like fishing and angling. The state is also the best gateway for those willing to learn/ practice Yoga, in the city of Rishikesh sitting on the bank of Ganges.