The Tapkeshwar Temple, also known as the Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple, is located 6.5 kilometres from Dehradun city centre. The Tapkeshwar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is very special for religious travellers compared to other sights in the city of Dehradun and cannot be missed on your Dehradun tour. This is one of the main attractions …
Amidst the lush green backdrop of the Shivalik Mountains, the highest point of Shimla, lies the Jakhu Temple, an ancient site dedicated to the Hindu god Hanuman. The Jakhu Temple houses the largest statue of Hanuman in the world, which can be seen from most parts of Shimla. It is located about 2 kilometers from …
In the heart of the ‘British Summer Capital’ – Shimla – lies The Ridge, the most photographed sprawling street on Shimla Mall Road. The Ridge offers everything from shops with exclusive artifacts to spectacular views of the snow-capped mountain ranges. Best known for its shopping and as the social hub of the city, the Ridge …
Sahastradhara literally means ‘thousandfold spring’. It is a popular attraction and famous for its medicinal and therapeutic value as its water contains sulphur. It is known for its grandiose splendour created by the many shimmering streams that cascade down the amazing karst limestone cliffs. The perfect time to visit Sahastradhara is during a rainstorm when …
Robber’s Cave, locally known as Gucchu Pani, is a river cave in the Himalayas, about 8 kilometers from Dehradun, Uttarakhand. This river cave is believed to be an abode of Lord Shiva and is very close to Sahasradhara or the ‘Thousand Springs’ in Uttarakhand. With its extraordinary underground springs of cold water, the cave provides …
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Dehradun is the capital and the largest city of Uttarakhand. Dehradun is popular among tourists for its picnic spots and other tourist places. It is considered a popular destination for couples, families with children and foreigners. Dehradun is just 30 km from Mussoorie and is known as the gateway to Mussoorie, Rishikesh and Haridwar. Dehradun …
Dehradun, Uttrakhand Capital, and a popular tourist picnic spot. Read More »
Uttarakhand is a Himalayan state in northern India known as Devbhumi (or Land of the Gods), a land of pristine natural beauty and spirituality. Evolving from Uttar Pradesh and formerly known as Uttaranchal, the state offers not only breathtaking views of the Himalayas, but also a cultural ethos of harmonious co-existence with nature. Uttarakhand is …
Uttrakhand, Devbhumi ( Land of Gods)is a popular place for Pilgrimage. Read More »
The Heritage Walk, Viceregal Lodge, The Ridge, the cable car to Jakhu Temple, the Hanuman statue in Shimla There are many interesting places to visit in and around Shimla. Shimla is known for its mesmerizing beauty and is one of the places that can instantly captivate anyone.
The Kareri Lake trek starts from Mcleodganj and then climbs up to Kareri village, which is located at an altitude of 1,800 metres above sea level. The entire hike leads through a dense pine forest and some small villages. What follows now is a gradual ascent to Kareri Lake through narrow ridges and dense forests. …
The Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts (TIPA) is located in Mcleodganj, Himachal Pradesh, and was established to preserve and promote Tibetan cultural heritage. It is known for its focus on dance, music, and opera. Folk music, opera, and dance performances are organized, while thangka paintings are exhibited in the monasteries. There is a museum on …
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