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2. BEAUTY OF UTTARAKHAND
Uttarakhand is known for its natural beauty of the Himalayas, the Bhabar and the Terai. On 9
November 2000, this 27th state of the Republic of India was created from the Himalayan and
adjoining northwestern districts of Uttar Pradesh.It borders Tibet on the north; the Mahakali
Zone of the Far-Western Region, Nepal on the east; and the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh to
the south and Himachal Pradesh to the west and Northwest as well as Haryana in the south
western corner. The state is divided into two divisions, Garhwal and Kumaon, with a total of 13
districts. The interim capital of Uttarakhand is Dehradun, the largest city in the region, which is
a railhead. The High Court of the state is in Nainital.
3. TOUR SCHEDULE
Day Schedule Night Stay
1 Departure to Mussoorie. Night Journey
2 Fresh up arrangements on the way to Mussoorie and later proceed to Mussoorie.
Upon arrival proceed for sightseeing - Kempty Waterfalls, Children Park, Gun Hill
by Ropeway, Came Back and check in to the hotel. Evening visit Mall Road.
Mussoorie
3 Departure to Rishikesh via Dehradun visit to Lakshman Jhoola, Ram Jhoola, Geeta
Ashram, Swarg Ashram, Shivanand Ashram, Parmarath Ashram. Arrival Rishikesh
and visit: Lakshman Jhoola, Ram Jhoola, Geeta Ashram, Swarg Ashram, Shivanand
Ashram, Parmarath Ashram and later proceed to Haridwar. Have a Holy dip in the
River Ganges at “Har-ki-Pauri” and visit Mansa Devi temple by Rope Way.
Departure to Delhi from Haridwar.
Srinagar
4. PLACES COVERED
On the banks of Ganga, Har Ki Pauri is the major pilgrimage attraction in Uttarakhand. This
sacred ghat is extremely important as footprints of Lord Vishnu are found in here. Har Ki
Pauri is a famous ghat on the banks of the Ganges and the major landmark of the holy city
of Haridwar. Literally, "Har" means "Lord Shiva", "ki" means "of" and "pauri" means
"steps". Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu are believed to have visited the Har ki Paudi in the
Vedic times. The ghat is on the west bank of Ganges canal through which river Ganges is
diverted to the north. Har ki pauri is where thousands of pilgrims during the Kumbha
Mela.
Sacred bath at Har-ki-Pauri
5. Mansa Devi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to goddess Mansa Devi in the holy city of
Haridwar. The temple is located on the Shivalik Hills, the southernmost mountain chain of
the Himalayas. The temple is the holy abode of Manasa, a form of Shakti and is said to
have emerged from the mind of the sage Kashyapa. Devotees who want their wishes to be
fulfilled by Mansa tie threads to the branches of a tree located in the same temple. Once
their wishes are fulfilled, people come back to untie the thread from the tree.
Mansa Devi Temple
6. Swarg Ashram is a small township located 5 km away from Rishikesh, on the left bank of
the Ganges. The ashram was built in the memory of Swami Vishudhanand. The township
has many other ashrams, temples and caves, inhabited by saints, inside. Swargashram,
which means Heavenly Adobe is a beautiful place situated in picturesque surroundings at
the foot of Himalayas. The climate of the spots is splendid all the year. The chief aim in
establishing this institution is to provide all facilities for spiritual benefit of all religious
bent minds. The one who stay here, achieve a path of renunciation and devotion.
Swarg Ashram
7. Sivananda Ashram caters to the cultural needs of all ranks of people, to whatever class
they may belong. The holy river Ganges flows by the side of the Ashram, coming down
from Himalayas. Just as there is a Government in all countries to maintain law and order,
there is also an inner Government to maintain law and order within ourselves. The
Sivananda Ashram has the same belief and continuously working on making visitors
believe in their spirituality. The Ashram works on the creative aspect of the Divinity within
man.
Sivanand Ashram
8. Ram Jhula is an iron suspension bridge situated at Muni Ki Reti in Rishikesh. It is a
connecting bridge between Swarnadhama, Gita Bhawan and other temples. Built in the
1980s, over the Ganges to cross the river and is also a landmark for city of Rishikesh. Ram
jhula is located 3 kilometres north to Rishikesh where some of the Hindu ashrams and
religious centers like The Gita Bhawan, and Swarg Ashram are located. Though similar in
design, this bridge is bigger than its sibling bridge, Lakshman jhula. This bridge constructed
above 59 feet from summer water level.
Ram Jhoola
9. Lakshman Jhula is an iron suspension bridge situated in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. Made
over river Ganges to cross the river, Lakshman Jhula is a landmark of Rishikesh near to
Ram Jhula. It is believed that Lakshman crossed Ganges on jute ropes between the places
where this bridge is built. Lakshman Jhula was built in 1939, offering spectacular views
from the bridge. Many temples and ashrams around ends of the bridge attract visitors
from different corners of India.
Lakshman Jhoola
10. Gun Hill, the second highest peak of Mussoorie is located in Uttarakhand state of India.
The major attraction of this place is the 400 metre ropeway connecting the Mall to the
Gun Hill. Riding the ropeway is quite an exciting experience. By paying few rupees, you can
reach the top of the Gun Hill by the ropeway and from where visitors can get a scenic view
of the town. Crowded on weekends, lots of tourists visit this place.
Rope Way
11. Parmarth Ashram is a true spiritual haven, lying on the holy banks of river Ganges in the
lap of the Himalayas. It is the largest ashram in Rishikesh with a clean, pure and sacred
atmosphere as well as abundant, beautiful gardens. With over 1,000 rooms, the facilities
are a perfect blend of modern and traditional amenities. The ashram is open for the stay
of pilgrims who devote themselves to sadhana, meditation, seva and satsang and the
pilgrims staying in this ashram are required to observe and adhere to truth, non-violence,
self-discipline, and polite etiquette.
Parmarth Ashram
12. Kempty Falls is 14 Kms. away from Mussoorie on Chakrata Road having an altitude of 4500
ft. Bath at the foot of the fall is refreshing and is enjoyed by children and adults alike.
Kempty Falls was developed as a tourist destination by a British officer John Mekinan in
1835. A string of water running throughout the year moves into the northwest direction
and somersault drown from the astounding height of 4,500 ft. At Kempty, it looks as if the
water is playing with the rocks. The Kempty Waterfalls can be visited round the year
except in Rainy season.
Kempty Water Falls
13. A wonderful place for children to have fun & frolic, Children's Park is located few kms
away from Dehradun city, in Mussoorie. Children’s park is surrounded by beautiful natural
landscape. You can see lot of children along with adults enjoying at this park. Other
popular destinations that one should be covering in Mussoorie are Kempty Waterfalls,
Library Bazaar, Ropeway, etc.
Children’s Park
14. The Camel's Back Road stretching from Kulri to the Library Bazaar is 2.4 Kms. in length.
Library Bazaar, also known as Gandhi Chowk is located in close vicinity of old library,
which exhibits history and heritage. A Victorian-style Library, built in the mid-19th century,
permits access only to members and it may not be possible to gain entry inside. This
bazaar is also referred to as Gandhi Chowk symbolic of the statue of Mahatma Gandhi,
standing in one corner of the bazaar.
Library Bazaar
15. Geeta Ashram is dedicated for the mythological awareness of the common people. Ashran
encloses many paintings and statues of characters from Hindu Mythology. Ashra is
neighbored by the banks of the holy river Ganges, amidst the Himalayan Mountains at
Rishikesh. It consists of a very large complex. A large number of devotees visit and stay
here for holy Ganges dip. During the summer months, day-long special programs are
arranged for devotees.
Geeta Ashram