| Important Temples:
The most important temple of Uttarkashi is that of Lord Vishwanath, beside which are the smaller temples of Durga and Hanuman. Other important shrines are the temples of Laksheswar, Parshuram, Dattatrya, Annapurna, Bhairav and Ekadashrudra.
Places To Visit:
A modern landmark at Uttarkashi is the Nehru Mountaineering Institute where many brave and adventurous mountaineers have been trained to scale the peaks.
Half way to Gangotri from Uttarkashi, are the hot springs at Gangnani, seen at a tank called Rishi-Kund. Next to it is a temple dedicated to Parasher, the father of Vyas muni, author of the Mahabharata.
Shopping:
You can shop for locally made woolens and handicrafts at the Jila Udyog Kendra, or the
Garhwal Woollen and Craft House, on the Mall Road.
Places of pilgrimage:
Gangotri is the meeting point of the River Bhagirathi and Kedar Ganga, 99 km from Uttarkashi and at an altitude of 3,140m. It is one among the four holiest pilgrimages for Hindus. The present temple here was built by the Gorkha king Amar Bahadur Thapa 250 years ago. Next to it the sacred stone Bhagirathi shila dedicated to Bhagirathi whose penance is said to have brought Ma Ganga down to earth from Shiva's matted locks. The actual source of the River Ganga is at Gomukh (4,200 m high) and 18 km further uphill from Gangotri.
Yamunotri is the twin pilgrimage spot of Uttarkashi and considered to be as important as that of Gangotri. You have to travel in the opposite direction of Gangotri, towards Dharasu, and then further on to the holy temple of Yamunotri on the banks of the Yamuna, which also has sacred hot water springs. The acatual source of the Yamuna is 1 km away and is a difficult trek, thus few pilgrims actually visit that spot.
Trekking:
Those interested in trekking can make Uttarkashi their base and head out for treks of different levels of exertion. A favourite trek is to Nachiketa Tal, for which you have to reach Chaurangi-Khal by road and then walk up a picturesque 3km mountain track. For the trek to Dodi Tal, reach Kalyani by road and then climb uphill for 16km through dense forest to reach this beautiful lake at a height of 3,307 m. You may even try some trout fishing here (but remember to get your permits from Uttarkashi). Serious trekkers can head on further from Dodi Tal to Yamunotri.
Tourism info:
Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board
3/3 Industrial Area, Patelnagar
Dehradun- 248 001
Uttarakhand
Ph: 91-135-2624147, 2721289
This town, and district by the same name, is in the Garhwal Himalayas and best-known for being the base of the Gangotri and Yamunotri
pilgrimages. Also known as Devbhumi or the land of the gods, this
region has a stunning beauty untouched by human presence, making it
seem truly mystical or divine. To the east is Chamoli district, while
to the north lie Himachal Pradesh and Tibet.
The
town has an ancient religious heritage and as the name suggests is
considered to be the Kashi of the north interestingly both the Kashis
are on the banks of the holy Ganga (known as Bhagirathi here in the north). Again both the Kashis have a Manikarnika ghat
with temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Many great sages, saints and
philosophers have lived and meditated in this holy destination adding
to its sanctity. |
Hi!
I would like to send my son to a trekking experience to Dodital, Uttarkashi.
How is the place and eagar to share experience with you.
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