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best place to travel in uttarakhand || Tour to go

  Uttarakhand, a state in northern India, is known for its breathtaking natural beauty, spiritual significance, and adventure opportunities. Choosing the "best" place to travel in Uttarakhand depends on your interests and the experiences you seek. Here are some of the top destinations in Uttarakhand: Rishikesh: Known as the "Yoga Capital of the World" and situated on the banks of the Ganges River, Rishikesh is a spiritual and adventure hub. You can practice yoga and meditation, attend Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat, and enjoy activities like white-water rafting, trekking, and camping. Haridwar: Another significant pilgrimage destination, Haridwar is famous for the Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri, where devotees gather to offer prayers and witness the mesmerizing ceremony. The city is also known for its temples and ashrams. Dehradun: The capital city of Uttarakhand, Dehradun, offers a mix of natural beauty and urban amenities. You can explore attractions like Robber'...

Ranikhet

North of nanital and at an altitude of 1829 metres, this peaceful hill station offers excellent views of the snowcapped Himalaya including nanda Devi. It's an important army town and the headquarters of the kumaon Regiment. Ranikhet is a delightful place to spend some time. There are several good walks to hula Devi temple and the orchards at Chaubatia, and there's even a golf course with a 300 km panoramic view of the Himalaya! 

Nainital, Naini lake

             At 1938 metres in the kumaon hills, this attractive hill station. Nainital is very much a green and pleasant land that immediately appealed to the homesick Brits, who where reminded of the Cumbrian Lake District. This is certainly one of the most pleasant hill stations to visit and there are many interesting walks through the forests to points with superb views of the Himalaya. The tow bazaars, Tallital and Mallital, are at either end of the lake, connected by the mall.  This attractive lake is said to be one of the emerald green eyes of Siva's wife, Sati. She had jumped into a sacrificial bonfire and as her mourning husband dragged her charred remains across the country, various appendages dropped off. India is now littered with places 'formed' by parts of her body. Her eye falling here makes this a holy spot and the popular Naina Devi Temple is by the northern end of the lake. Nearby is a small Tibetan market....