{"id":825,"date":"2017-08-01T11:03:31","date_gmt":"2017-08-01T11:03:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ercotravels.com\/blog\/?p=825"},"modified":"2024-09-19T10:10:54","modified_gmt":"2024-09-19T10:10:54","slug":"uttarakhand-the-real-epitome-of-heaven-on-the-earth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/uttarakhand-the-real-epitome-of-heaven-on-the-earth","title":{"rendered":"Uttarakhand \u2013 The Real Epitome of Heaven on the Earth"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Uttarakhand, popularly known as &#8216;Devbhumi&#8217; or abode of the Gods, mesmerizes everyone with its classic natural beauty surrounded by the awe-inspiring Himalayan peaks as well as the lush green forests all around.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">From adventure sports to pilgrimage centers, Uttarakhand travel destinations offer a mix of everything for everyone. It provides you with a beautiful glacier view, adventure, pilgrimage, trekking, bigger Mountains, chilling snowfall, pure water, fresh and soothing air and much more in the list.This state is visited by huge numbers of tourists having diverse interests. It is surely a heaven on earth. The place is filled with small villages where in people are really simple.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This Refreshing hilly area is well known for adventure activities like river rafting, hill trekking, mountaineering, skiing, hiking, boating and amazing ice-skating.<br \/>\nLet\u2019s list out some of the unforgettable travel destinations of Uttarakhand that leave visitors spellbound.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Dehradun \u2013 an astonishing land Soothing Climate<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-827\" src=\"http:\/\/ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Dehradun-Real-Estate.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"850\" height=\"430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Dehradun-Real-Estate.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Dehradun-Real-Estate-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Dehradun-Real-Estate-768x389.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The state capital is bejeweled like a shine precious pearl situated in the foothills of lower Himalayan. The hill town of the Garhwal region influenced by the local customs and culture of the Garhwali people.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This city is famous for a vibrant terrain of valleys, sceneries, holy temples, gardens, parks and a number of adventurous sports.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Nainital &#8211; The &#8216;lake district&#8217; of India<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-828\" src=\"http:\/\/ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Nainital-lake-1024x455.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"713\" height=\"317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Nainital-lake-1024x455.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Nainital-lake-300x133.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Nainital-lake-768x341.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Nainital-lake.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 713px) 100vw, 713px\" \/>\u00a0 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-829\" src=\"http:\/\/ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Night_View_of_Nainital.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"702\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Night_View_of_Nainital.jpg 702w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Night_View_of_Nainital-300x192.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 702px) 100vw, 702px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Accommodating a number of beautiful and serene lakes, Nainital is one of the most-visited hill-station in Uttarakhand. Deep-seated in the mesmerizing Himalayan ranges Nainital is the heart of the picturesque Uttarakhand. The snow-capped peaks, the spellbindingly beautiful valleys, the lyrical meadows, temples, scenic views, heritage buildings, sailing, boating and the crystal-clear lakes add a whole lot of charm to the place.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Rishikesh <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-831\" src=\"http:\/\/ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Yoga-in-Rishikesh-0468.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Yoga-in-Rishikesh-0468.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Yoga-in-Rishikesh-0468-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Yoga-in-Rishikesh-0468-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_834\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-834\" style=\"width: 713px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-834 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/rafting-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"713\" height=\"401\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/rafting-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/rafting-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/rafting-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/rafting.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 713px) 100vw, 713px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-834\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">River Rafting Rishikesh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Yoga capital of the world, Rishikesh is such a spiritual magnet for domestic and international tourists. It is located at the foothills of the Himalayas at the convergence of the sacred rivers Ganga and Chandrabhaga. It is a place that is just beyond excellence.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This pious destination also offers a number of adventurous opportunities, especially the river rafting. One can always find the great Sadhus and Sanyasis meditating on the banks of the sacred Ganges.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Mussoorie &#8211; The Queen of Hills<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-835\" src=\"http:\/\/ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Mussorie.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"775\" height=\"477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Mussorie.jpg 775w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Mussorie-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Mussorie-768x473.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Mussoorie is a famous hill station and a favorite tourist spot having the most panoramic and splendid view of the Himalayan range.The romantic atmosphere of Mussoorie has earned the town its name of the Indian honeymoon capital.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">With its scenic backdrop, it is such an ideal location for trekkers, vacationers, and honeymooners alike.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Jim Corbett National Park- Perfect place for Wildlife Lovers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-840\" src=\"http:\/\/ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/corbett-park4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"949\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/corbett-park4.jpg 949w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/corbett-park4-300x126.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/corbett-park4-768x324.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 949px) 100vw, 949px\" \/> \u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-841\" src=\"http:\/\/ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/dhikala-jeep-safari2-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"713\" height=\"357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/dhikala-jeep-safari2-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/dhikala-jeep-safari2-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/dhikala-jeep-safari2-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/dhikala-jeep-safari2.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 713px) 100vw, 713px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildlife-travel-india.com\/wildlife-national-parks\/corbett-national-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Corbett National Park<\/a> is one of the most significant natural habitats in the world that almost guarantees you tiger-spotting.Lying in the foothills of the Himalayas, the park&#8217;s diverse flora and fauna, breathtaking beauty and the charming landscapes make it a priceless Gem in India&#8217;s large natural treasure.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">With the best tiger population, the park is the best place to spot other animals.Wealthy grasslands, diverse avian populace, and assorted creatures make the park an interesting bio hot spot.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Corbett Safari includes Jeep Safari, Elephant Safari, Horse Safari and Bird Safari. Elephant and Jeep safaris are good to get a closer look of the wild creatures.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>The Valley of Flowers &#8211; A backpacker&#8217;s paradise<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-855\" src=\"http:\/\/ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/valley-of-flower.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/valley-of-flower.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/valley-of-flower-300x188.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-844\" src=\"http:\/\/ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/9051482266_bfd76b8a09_z.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/9051482266_bfd76b8a09_z.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/9051482266_bfd76b8a09_z-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Valley of Flowers is a place you must visit before you die. Spanning 87 square meters, it is situated in the northern state of India, in Uttarakhand. It is a World Heritage Site; the entire valley gets covered with more than 300 different flower species of varied colors and shapes.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">When you will visit this valley, you will experience the amazing alpine shrubs and grasslands waving with the flow of breeze. You will also get delighted by seeing the milky white streams along with the snow-clad peaks which are merged with the fresh air.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Rajaji National Park<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-847\" src=\"http:\/\/ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/15079655296_0c60abbe7a_z.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"459\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/15079655296_0c60abbe7a_z.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/15079655296_0c60abbe7a_z-300x215.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-848\" src=\"http:\/\/ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/rajaji-national-park.jpg222.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/rajaji-national-park.jpg222.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/rajaji-national-park.jpg222-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/rajaji-national-park.jpg222-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Set in the Haridwar foothills, this park is as famous for its forest as it is for the hundreds of Asian elephants that roam freely through the park.The park represents the largest area of the Shiwalik Eco-system.This is also the place for fossil hunters, with the million-years-old Shiwalik trail which is full of fossils.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Tracking places<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_849\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-849\" style=\"width: 713px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-849\" src=\"http:\/\/ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Nanda-Devi-East-Milam-1024x566.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"713\" height=\"394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Nanda-Devi-East-Milam-1024x566.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Nanda-Devi-East-Milam-300x166.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Nanda-Devi-East-Milam-768x424.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Nanda-Devi-East-Milam.jpg 1050w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 713px) 100vw, 713px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-849\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Nanda-Devi-East-Milam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_850\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-850\" style=\"width: 713px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-850 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/chandrshilla-trek-1024x662.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"713\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/chandrshilla-trek-1024x662.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/chandrshilla-trek-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/chandrshilla-trek-768x497.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/chandrshilla-trek.jpg 1739w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 713px) 100vw, 713px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-850\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chandrashella Trek<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-851\" src=\"http:\/\/ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/snow-tracking.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"698\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/snow-tracking.jpg 698w, https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/snow-tracking-300x172.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 698px) 100vw, 698px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Uttarakhand is nestled in the lap of the Himalayan range. This is a reason that it has various trekking routes for every kind of trekkers.On the routes of tracking not only the untouched natural beauty amaze you but, there is also a great deal of adventure along the way. After trekking the long trails of Uttarakhand, finally one can stay at night trekker\u2019s camp around the river bank where one can hear the lovely sound of the rapids and being a part of such an incredible natural atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">For Tracking Tours Visit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/destinations\/india\/leh-ladakh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/ercotravels.com\/ladakh-travel-packages\/index.html\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Planning your trip to India? Contact our travel expert for personalized itineraries and seamless travel experiences. Discover the beauty of India with Gov. approved <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tour operator india<\/a> send your enquiry : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/enquiry\">https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/enquiry<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Uttarakhand, popularly known as &#8216;Devbhumi&#8217; or abode of the Gods, mesmerizes everyone with its classic natural beauty surrounded by the awe-inspiring Himalayan peaks as well as the lush green forests all around. From adventure sports to pilgrimage centers, Uttarakhand travel destinations offer a mix of everything for everyone. It provides you with a beautiful glacier view, adventure, pilgrimage, trekking, bigger Mountains, chilling snowfall, pure water, fresh and soothing air and much more in the list.This state is visited by huge numbers of tourists having diverse interests. It is surely a heaven on earth. The place is filled with small villages where in people are really simple. This Refreshing hilly area is well known for adventure activities like river rafting, hill trekking, mountaineering, skiing, hiking, boating and amazing ice-skating. Let\u2019s list out some of the unforgettable travel destinations of Uttarakhand that leave visitors spellbound. Dehradun \u2013 an astonishing land Soothing Climate The state capital is bejeweled like a shine precious pearl situated in the foothills of lower Himalayan. The hill town of the Garhwal region influenced by the local customs and culture of the Garhwali people. This city is famous for a vibrant terrain of valleys, sceneries, holy temples, gardens, parks and a number of adventurous sports. Nainital &#8211; The &#8216;lake district&#8217; of India \u00a0 Accommodating a number of beautiful and serene lakes, Nainital is one of the most-visited hill-station in Uttarakhand. Deep-seated in the mesmerizing Himalayan ranges Nainital is the heart of the picturesque Uttarakhand. The snow-capped peaks, the spellbindingly beautiful valleys, the lyrical meadows, temples, scenic views, heritage buildings, sailing, boating and the crystal-clear lakes add a whole lot of charm to the place. Rishikesh The Yoga capital of the world, Rishikesh is such a spiritual magnet for domestic and international tourists. It is located at the foothills of the Himalayas at the convergence of the sacred rivers Ganga and Chandrabhaga. It is a place that is just beyond excellence. This pious destination also offers a number of adventurous opportunities, especially the river rafting. One can always find the great Sadhus and Sanyasis meditating on the banks of the sacred Ganges. Mussoorie &#8211; The Queen of Hills Mussoorie is a famous hill station and a favorite tourist spot having the most panoramic and splendid view of the Himalayan range.The romantic atmosphere of Mussoorie has earned the town its name of the Indian honeymoon capital. With its scenic backdrop, it is such an ideal location for trekkers, vacationers, and honeymooners alike. Jim Corbett National Park- Perfect place for Wildlife Lovers \u00a0 Corbett National Park is one of the most significant natural habitats in the world that almost guarantees you tiger-spotting.Lying in the foothills of the Himalayas, the park&#8217;s diverse flora and fauna, breathtaking beauty and the charming landscapes make it a priceless Gem in India&#8217;s large natural treasure. With the best tiger population, the park is the best place to spot other animals.Wealthy grasslands, diverse avian populace, and assorted creatures make the park an interesting bio hot spot. The Corbett Safari includes Jeep Safari, Elephant Safari, Horse Safari and Bird Safari. Elephant and Jeep safaris are good to get a closer look of the wild creatures. The Valley of Flowers &#8211; A backpacker&#8217;s paradise \u00a0 Valley of Flowers is a place you must visit before you die. Spanning 87 square meters, it is situated in the northern state of India, in Uttarakhand. It is a World Heritage Site; the entire valley gets covered with more than 300 different flower species of varied colors and shapes. When you will visit this valley, you will experience the amazing alpine shrubs and grasslands waving with the flow of breeze. You will also get delighted by seeing the milky white streams along with the snow-clad peaks which are merged with the fresh air. Rajaji National Park \u00a0 Set in the Haridwar foothills, this park is as famous for its forest as it is for the hundreds of Asian elephants that roam freely through the park.The park represents the largest area of the Shiwalik Eco-system.This is also the place for fossil hunters, with the million-years-old Shiwalik trail which is full of fossils. Tracking places Uttarakhand is nestled in the lap of the Himalayan range. This is a reason that it has various trekking routes for every kind of trekkers.On the routes of tracking not only the untouched natural beauty amaze you but, there is also a great deal of adventure along the way. After trekking the long trails of Uttarakhand, finally one can stay at night trekker\u2019s camp around the river bank where one can hear the lovely sound of the rapids and being a part of such an incredible natural atmosphere. For Tracking Tours Visit: https:\/\/ercotravels.com\/ladakh-travel-packages\/index.html\u00a0 Planning your trip to India? Contact our travel expert for personalized itineraries and seamless travel experiences. Discover the beauty of India with Gov. approved Tour operator india send your enquiry : https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/enquiry &nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":856,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[13,2,25,50,23,62,4],"tags":[147,146],"class_list":["post-825","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-adventure","category-culture-heritage","category-india-travel","category-north-india","category-tourist-destinations","category-weekend-getaway","category-wildlife","tag-tour-to-uttarakhand","tag-uttarakhand-tour"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Uttarakhand \u2013 The Real Epitome of Heaven on the Earth - India Tourism Guide &amp; Travel News<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ercotravels.com\/blog\/uttarakhand-the-real-epitome-of-heaven-on-the-earth\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Uttarakhand \u2013 The Real Epitome of Heaven on the Earth - India Tourism Guide &amp; Travel News\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Uttarakhand, popularly known as &#8216;Devbhumi&#8217; or abode of the Gods, mesmerizes everyone with its classic natural beauty surrounded by the awe-inspiring Himalayan peaks as well as the lush green forests all around. From adventure sports to pilgrimage centers, Uttarakhand travel destinations offer a mix of everything for everyone. It provides you with a beautiful glacier view, adventure, pilgrimage, trekking, bigger Mountains, chilling snowfall, pure water, fresh and soothing air and much more in the list.This state is visited by huge numbers of tourists having diverse interests. It is surely a heaven on earth. The place is filled with small villages where in people are really simple. This Refreshing hilly area is well known for adventure activities like river rafting, hill trekking, mountaineering, skiing, hiking, boating and amazing ice-skating. Let\u2019s list out some of the unforgettable travel destinations of Uttarakhand that leave visitors spellbound. Dehradun \u2013 an astonishing land Soothing Climate The state capital is bejeweled like a shine precious pearl situated in the foothills of lower Himalayan. The hill town of the Garhwal region influenced by the local customs and culture of the Garhwali people. This city is famous for a vibrant terrain of valleys, sceneries, holy temples, gardens, parks and a number of adventurous sports. Nainital &#8211; The &#8216;lake district&#8217; of India \u00a0 Accommodating a number of beautiful and serene lakes, Nainital is one of the most-visited hill-station in Uttarakhand. Deep-seated in the mesmerizing Himalayan ranges Nainital is the heart of the picturesque Uttarakhand. The snow-capped peaks, the spellbindingly beautiful valleys, the lyrical meadows, temples, scenic views, heritage buildings, sailing, boating and the crystal-clear lakes add a whole lot of charm to the place. Rishikesh The Yoga capital of the world, Rishikesh is such a spiritual magnet for domestic and international tourists. It is located at the foothills of the Himalayas at the convergence of the sacred rivers Ganga and Chandrabhaga. It is a place that is just beyond excellence. This pious destination also offers a number of adventurous opportunities, especially the river rafting. One can always find the great Sadhus and Sanyasis meditating on the banks of the sacred Ganges. Mussoorie &#8211; The Queen of Hills Mussoorie is a famous hill station and a favorite tourist spot having the most panoramic and splendid view of the Himalayan range.The romantic atmosphere of Mussoorie has earned the town its name of the Indian honeymoon capital. With its scenic backdrop, it is such an ideal location for trekkers, vacationers, and honeymooners alike. Jim Corbett National Park- Perfect place for Wildlife Lovers \u00a0 Corbett National Park is one of the most significant natural habitats in the world that almost guarantees you tiger-spotting.Lying in the foothills of the Himalayas, the park&#8217;s diverse flora and fauna, breathtaking beauty and the charming landscapes make it a priceless Gem in India&#8217;s large natural treasure. With the best tiger population, the park is the best place to spot other animals.Wealthy grasslands, diverse avian populace, and assorted creatures make the park an interesting bio hot spot. The Corbett Safari includes Jeep Safari, Elephant Safari, Horse Safari and Bird Safari. Elephant and Jeep safaris are good to get a closer look of the wild creatures. The Valley of Flowers &#8211; A backpacker&#8217;s paradise \u00a0 Valley of Flowers is a place you must visit before you die. Spanning 87 square meters, it is situated in the northern state of India, in Uttarakhand. It is a World Heritage Site; the entire valley gets covered with more than 300 different flower species of varied colors and shapes. When you will visit this valley, you will experience the amazing alpine shrubs and grasslands waving with the flow of breeze. You will also get delighted by seeing the milky white streams along with the snow-clad peaks which are merged with the fresh air. Rajaji National Park \u00a0 Set in the Haridwar foothills, this park is as famous for its forest as it is for the hundreds of Asian elephants that roam freely through the park.The park represents the largest area of the Shiwalik Eco-system.This is also the place for fossil hunters, with the million-years-old Shiwalik trail which is full of fossils. Tracking places Uttarakhand is nestled in the lap of the Himalayan range. This is a reason that it has various trekking routes for every kind of trekkers.On the routes of tracking not only the untouched natural beauty amaze you but, there is also a great deal of adventure along the way. After trekking the long trails of Uttarakhand, finally one can stay at night trekker\u2019s camp around the river bank where one can hear the lovely sound of the rapids and being a part of such an incredible natural atmosphere. For Tracking Tours Visit: https:\/\/ercotravels.com\/ladakh-travel-packages\/index.html\u00a0 Planning your trip to India? Contact our travel expert for personalized itineraries and seamless travel experiences. 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From adventure sports to pilgrimage centers, Uttarakhand travel destinations offer a mix of everything for everyone. It provides you with a beautiful glacier view, adventure, pilgrimage, trekking, bigger Mountains, chilling snowfall, pure water, fresh and soothing air and much more in the list.This state is visited by huge numbers of tourists having diverse interests. It is surely a heaven on earth. The place is filled with small villages where in people are really simple. This Refreshing hilly area is well known for adventure activities like river rafting, hill trekking, mountaineering, skiing, hiking, boating and amazing ice-skating. Let\u2019s list out some of the unforgettable travel destinations of Uttarakhand that leave visitors spellbound. Dehradun \u2013 an astonishing land Soothing Climate The state capital is bejeweled like a shine precious pearl situated in the foothills of lower Himalayan. 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It is a place that is just beyond excellence. This pious destination also offers a number of adventurous opportunities, especially the river rafting. One can always find the great Sadhus and Sanyasis meditating on the banks of the sacred Ganges. Mussoorie &#8211; The Queen of Hills Mussoorie is a famous hill station and a favorite tourist spot having the most panoramic and splendid view of the Himalayan range.The romantic atmosphere of Mussoorie has earned the town its name of the Indian honeymoon capital. With its scenic backdrop, it is such an ideal location for trekkers, vacationers, and honeymooners alike. 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