Uttarkashi

Uttarkashi is a beautiful district perched at an altitude of 1158 m above sea level. This district of Uttarakhand was formed on 24th February, 1960. Himachal Pradesh and Tibet lie on its north, while the Chamoli district is located in the east. The place holds immense religious significance for the Hindus and is referred to as the Kashi of North as well as the Town of Temples.

There are many temples in Uttarkashi that you can visit during your trip to the place and the most famous one among these is that of Lord Vishwanath. This is the largest temple in the region, and the most frequented one as well. There are several smaller temples in Uttarkashi as well, and these are dedicated to the chief deities Hanuman and Durga. Many other shrines are present in Uttarkashi and they cater to a wide variety of Gods, including Parshuram, Annapurna, Dattatrya, Bhairav, Laksheswar and Ekadashrudra. The Nehru Mountaineering Institute, which is located in Uttarkashi, is also a famous tourist spot in the region. You can also visit the hot water springs in the region of Gangnani during your trip to Uttarkashi. Gangotri is a popular pilgrimage spot located in the region, at a distance of 99 kilometres from Uttarkashi. Yamunotri can also be visited from the town as well.

How To Reach Uttarkashi The nearest airport to Uttarkashi is the Jolly Grant Airport of Dehradun, which is located at a distance of 183 km. The Rishikesh railway station is the closest rail link to the destination. Travellers can also avail buses to Uttarkashi from nearby cities, like Dehradun, Haridwar, Rishikesh and Mussoorie.

Best Time To Visit Uttarkashi Uttarkashi is a year-round destination owing to its pleasant weather conditions. However, summers and monsoons are recommended for visiting this holy destination as various festivals are celebrated during these seasons.