Uttarakhand formerly known as Uttaranchal, and often referred to as the Dev Bhumi- the Land of Gods, owing to numerous pilgrimage centres and Hindu temples throughout the state.
With soaring Himalayan peaks and steamy lowland jungles, peaceful hill stations and busy cities, revered temples and renowned ashrams - Uttarakhand is an enticingly diverse state. Also boasting of some of India’s best trekking, yoga schools, wildlife-watching and holiday towns all tucked into one little corner of the country.
The state is divided into two divisions, Garhwal and Kumaon, with 13 districts in total. The interim capital and the largest city of Uttarakhand is Dehradun. The High Court of the state is in Nainital.
The Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board invites you to take a journey through the state confidently promising one thing - this beautiful and amazingly diverse state will surpass all your expectations.
World-renowned mountain and wildlife institutes, forest reserves and national parks in this region pursue scientific research, putting in enormous efforts to preserve and protect the land’s bounty.
With a long history of Ayurveda, Yoga, and meditation, Uttarakhand has become an ideal destination to learn, practice and master these ways of life.
Home to a myriad holy shrines. Pilgrims from far and wide visit this state seeking salvation and self-purgation. The most esteemed pilgrimage circuit of the country includes Shri Badrinath and Shri Kedarnath, the holy seats of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. Another prominent pilgrim destination is Haridwar, where the prestigious Kumbh Mela is held every twelve years, attracting millions of people from all over the world.
The Kedarnath shrine, one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, is a scenic spot situated, against the backdrop of the majestic Kedarnath range. Kedar is another name of Lord Shiva. According to legend, the Pandavas after having won over the Kaurava in the Kurukshetra war, felt guilty of having killed their own brothers and sought the blessings of Lord Shiva for redemption.
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