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Uttarkashi Town :
Situated at a distance of 155 Km from Rishikesh, the last railhead, at an elevation of 1150 Mts. above sea-leval on the bank of river Bhagirathi, this picturesque town is also the district headquarters. From the religious point of view as well, it is considered important because the temple of Lord Vishwanath , is located here where a massive iron trident is erected.
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Govind Wildlife Sanctuary
Govind Wildlife Sanctuary Was established in the year 1955 in Uttarkashi district of state Uttaranchal.Surrounded by the natures gifts such as thick forest , snow covered mountain peaks of the Himalaya and glaciers,the sanctuary attracts a great number of tourists every year from all around the world.
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Sanctuary Profile:-
Stretched Area: 953 Sq. Kms.
Altitude : Bewteen 1,300 Mts. and 6,315 Mts.above the sea level
Species Found:
Animals:- Tahr, Wild Boar,Tiger, Snow Leopard , Chital, Bharal ,Serow,Brown and Black Bears ,Musk Deer, Brokwn Bears , & chir pheasants, Sambar, Kakar, Python, and many more.
Best Time To Visit: March to Nov.in every year
Transportation Available
By Air :Nearest airport is Jolly Grant in Dehradun, Distance 230 Kms.
By Rail:Nearest railway station is Dehradun,at a distance of 210 Kms.
By Road : Nearest major bus terminal is at Uttarkashi.
More Information about Govind Wildlife Sanctuary Please contact to:
The Director
The Wildlife Warden
Govind Wildlife sanctury
Uttarkashi, District - Uttarkashi (Uttaranchal)
Temples AT Uttarkashi
Uttarkashi as its name suggests is Kashi of north(Uttar).It is also called the land of gods and goddesses .Like Kashi( Varanasi ) it has many temples devoted to different gods and goddesses.
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Vishwanath Temple :
The Ancient Vishwanath Temple devoted to Lord Shiva is situated at the heart of the town approx. 300 meters away from the local bus stand at Uttarkashi.It is told that this temple was established by Parasuram and was renovated by Maharani Khaneti ,wife of Sudarshan Shah in 1857. The temple has a Shivling (60 cm. high and 90 Cm. Circumference).People from all over India also visit the Vishvanath temple during their visits to Uttarkashi ,Gangotri and Yamunotri. |
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Shakti Temple :
Right in front of the Vishwanath temple is Shakti temple.It has a big 'Trishul' of about 6 meters in height and a circumference of 90 cms. at bottom.Though there are different views about the make of this, the upper part of it seems to be made up of iron and the lower one is of copper.As per the epics this Shakti was thrown on the devils by the Goddess Durga(Shakti) , hence it gets its name. Since then this Shakti is erected over here.
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The other temples in the town and nearby are Hanuman Temple
Sakhsi Gopal Temple, Markandey Rishi Temple, Dundiraj temple, Kuteti Devi Temple, Ganesh temple, Gopeshwar Mahadev temple, Gopal temple, Koteshwar Mahadev temple, Ma Kali temple, Sitaram Temple, Kedareshwar Mahadev temple, Jaipur Temple, Ganga Temple, Varneshwar Mahadev Temple, Gyanwapishwar Mahadev temple, Kali Mandir, Kaleshwar Mahadev, Gangoti temple, Pundeer Nag Temple , Kandar Devta, Kandar Devta Mando, Bhairav temple, Annapurna temple, Dattatreya temple, Parasuram temple, Ma Mahishasur Mardini temple, Onkareshwar temple, Durga Devi Temple, Lakheshwar temple. |
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Maneri:
On way to Gangotri at a distance of about 13 kms. from Uttarkashi, Maneri has lately emerged as a place of tourist interest as a result of the construction of a dam across the Bhagirathi river, from where the water is fed to the turbines through an 8 kms. long tunnel at Tiloth in Uttarkashi. The resultant lake at Maneri has added to the charm of the place.
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Gangnani:
Further up on way to Gangotri about 37 kms. from Maneri, is the hot water spring at Gangnani where one can have a refreshing bath.
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Dodital:
Dodital is 16 kms. further situated at an elevation of 3307 meters. The lake is sparkling and crystal clear, surrounded by forests. The famous Himalayan trouts are found in abundance in the lake. Permit for fishing can be had from the Divisional Forest Officer, Uttarkashi. |
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Dayara Bugyal:
Dayara. Situated at an elevation of about 10,000 feet above sea-level this vast meadow is second to none in natural beauty. During winter it provides excellent ski slopes over an area of 28 sq.kms. The panoramic view of the Himalayas from here is breathe taking. There is a small lake also in the area, and to camp by its side would be a memorable event. |
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Sat-Tal:
Sat-Tal meaning seven lakes, is situated just above Dharali, 2 kms. beyond Harsil. The trek of about 7 kms. is rewarding as this group of lakes is situated amid beautiful natural surroundings. It also provides lovely camp sites. |
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Kedar Tal:
There is no facility of any kind on the way and one has to make all arrangements in advance. A local guide is a must. The lake is crystal clear with the mighty Thalayasagar (spahatikling) peak forming a splendid backdrop. The place is about 15000 feet of sea level and is the base camp for trekking to the Thalayasagar, Jogin, Bhrigupanth and other peaks.
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NachiketaTal:
There is greenery all around and a small temple at the bank of the lake gives a serene look to an otherwise beautiful surroundings. Nachiketa, the devout son of saint Uddalak, is said to have created this lake hence the name.There is no accommodation facility and visitors have either to come back to Uttarkashi or stay at the PWD Inspection House at Chaurangi Khal.
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Gaumukh:
The Gaumukh glacier is the source of Bhagirathi ( Ganga ) and is held in high esteem by the devouts who do not miss the opportunity to have the holy dip in the bone chilling icy water. It is 18 kms. from Gangotri. The trek is easy and at times people come back to Gangotri the same day.There is a Tourist Bungalow at Bhojbasa, 14 kms. from Gangotri where lodging and other facilities are available. |
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Nandan-Van Tapovan:
These two spots are situated opposite the Gangotri glacier further up from Gaumukh, at a distance of 6 kms. from where visitors can have a superb view of the majestic Shivling peak. There are ideal spots for camping and also provides base camps for Bhagirathi, Shivling, Meru, Kedardom, Kharchakund, Satopant, Kalindi Khal and many other snow peaks.
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Harkidoon:
Accommodation facilities are available at the above in the form of Forest Rest Houses and Tourist Bangalows. At Harkidoon too there is a small rest house at an altitude of 3506 meters. A trek is satisfying experience, moving through dense forests and mountainous landscape. The Ruinsara lake which is about 8 kms. from Osla, is yet another attractive place for trekkers. |
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Yamunotri
The shrine of Yamunotri, source of river Yamuna is situated in the direction opposite to Gangotri and the road bifurcates and goes to Yamunotri from Dharasu, a place between Rishikesh - Uttarkashi. Another 55 km away is Barkot, affording a fabulous view of the Banderpunch Range . Barkot is also approachable by road directly from Delhi (334 km ) via Saharanpur, Harbartpur, Nainbagh and Naugaon.8 km from Barkot is Gangani, a place of pilgrimage, on the left bank of Yamuna. The holy tank here is called Gangayan Kund. Water from the tank is taken for puja purposes to the opposite village of Than, housing the imposing temple of Rishi Jamdagni . 2 kms. from Gangani is Kharadi a place known for its roaring waterfall.
The motorable road continues till Jankichatti via Syanachatti, Ranachatti and Hanumanchatti, 50 km from Barkot. From Jankichatti its is a 5 km trek to yamunotri for which ponies,dandies and kandies (baskets for carrying children) are also available.
The temple of Yamunotri falls on the left bank and was originally constructed by Maharaj Pratap Shah of Tehri Garhwal. Near the temple are three hot springs . The most important, Surya Kund, is a tank full of boiling water into which rice and potatoes are dipped to be cooked and taken as “prasad”. Near the Kund, a rock slab, the “Divya Shila” is worshipped before puja is offered to the black marble idol of Yamuna. The shrine of Yamunotri is one of the "four dhams" of Uttarakhand. The source of Yamuna lies above 1 km. ahead at an altitude of about 4421 meters. The approach is extremely difficult and pilgrims therefore offer puja at the temple itself.Pilgrims can find accommodation in the houses belonging to the "Pandas" or the sole Dharamshala.On the way one can stay at Janaki Chatti 8 kms. from Hanuman Chatti. There are tourist bangalow, PWD and Forest Rest Houses and Dharamshalas.
Yamunotri : General Information.
Altitude : 3165 meters
Temperature : Summer : Max. 20 deg.C. Min. 6 deg.C .
Winter : Max. Sub-Zero Min. Snowbound
Clothing :
May to July :- Light woollen
Sept. to Nov.:- Heavy woolens
Langauage:- Hindi,English & Garhwali .
Best Season :- May to June and September to October .
Accessibility:
Airport : Nearest airport is Jolly Grant, 196 kms. from Yamunotri via Dehradun , 240 kms. via Rishikesh.
Railwys: Nearest railheads are Rishikesh(213 kms.), Dehradun and Haridwar.
Road : Dharasu 107 kms. ,Tehri 149 kms. , Rishikesh 213 kms., Dehradun: 172 kms.
Bus Services: Regular Bus Services to Yamunotri operate from Rishikesh
Other Facilities:
STD Booths At: Matali, Dunda, Dharasu Band, Brahmkhal, Ranachatti, Syanachatti
Bank- S.B.I. has a Branch at Barkot.
Post Office- Post Office at Hanumanchatti. A temporary Post Office is set up at Jankichatti during the Yatra Season.
Accommodation on Yamunotri Route : P.W.D. Inspection Bungalow at Barkot , Hanumanchatti Forest Rest Houses at Dharasu , Janakichatti , Barkot , Hanuman Chatti.
Ashrams & Dharamshalas At Yamunotri:- Kali Kamli Dharamshala , Mandir Samiti Dharamshala
Hotels : At Barkot: Shiva, Raturi, Rawat, Chauhan, Mishrwan, Agarwal Lodge, Rain Basera.
At Syanachatti: Kalindi, Dipin Tourist Lodge, Jai, Himalayan ,
At Ranachatti : Krishn Lok, Chauhan, Ganga Yamuna, Sandeep
At Hanumanchatti : Chauhan Tourist Lodge, Anand Bhawan
At Janaki Chatti : Himalaya Darshan, Ganga Yamuna, Kalindi Mangal, Arvind Ashram
Gangotri :
The district is mentioned in Kedar Khand of Skand Puran as “Kedar Kshetra” (sacred region) and contains the origins of the most sacred rivers of India, the Ganga and the Yamuna.The Ganga is believed to have first descended to earth at Gangotri ('Ganga' + 'Uttari' which means descended) 99 km from Uttrarkashi, situated at height of 3140 meters.A shrine dedicated to the Goddess was built some 250 years ago by Amar Bahadur Thapa, the Gorkha Commander.Near the temple is a great stone slab-the ‘Bhagirath Shila' dedicated to Bhagirath, whose penance is believed to have brought the Ganga down from the heavens. Other spots to watch nearby are Surya Kund, Gauri Kund, Patangna, Bhairav Jhap etc.At Gangotri, the confluence of the Bhagirathi with Kedar Ganga takes place.Gomukh(4200 meters), the identified source of the holy river Ganga , is 18 kms. further uphill from Gangotri. The trek to Gomukh is gradual and several pilgrims undertake the journey to pay homage the river at its known source. Enroute accommodation is available at Bhojwasa in Tourist Rest House.Further up from Gaumukh are Tapovan,Nandanvan, Chaukhamba - where famous peaks like shivling,Bhagirathi I,II,III, Kalindi are located and are scaled by mountaineers.
The Gangotri temple is visited by roughly 2.50 lakhs Hindus annually. It opens on the auspicious day of “Akshay- Tirth”, generally in the first week of May, and closes on Diwali. During the winter, Gangotri is snowbound and so the deity is taken 25 kms. downstreams, to Mukhva, home to the main Pandas of Gangotri.
Furhter downstream,10 km from Gangotri, is the picturesque forested halting place of Bhaironghati. There exists a small temple of Bhairon , appointed by Shiva to safeguard this region which gives the place its name. The bridge over the Jhanvi river at Bhaironghati is said to be the highest in Asia . Another 16 km downstream lies the township of Dharali , where again it is told that Bhagirath had undergone penance. There one may see the submerged remains of a temple, termed Kedar Kund. Hot springs are encountered at Gangnani, 56 km from Gangotri on the road to Uttarkashi, near the tank called Rishi-Kund is a temple dedicated to the Parasher, believed to be the father of Ved Vyas, author of the Mahabharat.
After crossing the tahsil headquarters at Bhatwari,one arrives at Uttarkashi a pilgrim center of great importance. At the fringes of the town is the temple of Laksheswar . The main temple in the town is that of Vishwanath,flanked by the temples of Durga and Hanuman. Other important temples in the town are those dedicated to Parshuram, Dattatrya, Annapurna , Bhairav and Ekadashrudra.
General Information:
Altitude : 3042 meters
Temperature: Summer: Max 20 deg.C. Min. 6 deg.C.
Winter: Max . Sub-Zero Min. Snowbound
Clothing : Summer : Light woolen.
Winter : Very heavy woollen.
Languages : Hindi,English & Garhwali.
Best Season: May to June and September to October.
Accessibility:
Airport : Nearest airport is Jolly Grant, 17 kms. from Rishikesh and 24 kms. from Dehradun, 275 kms. from Gangotri.
Railhead: Nearest railheads are Rishikesh (248 kms.), Haridwar and Dehradun
Important Road Distances from Gangotri :
Rishikesh (248 kms.) , Tehri (172Km.) , Dharasu (129 Km.) , Yamunotri (224 Km.) Mussoorie (247 Km.)
Ashrams and Dharam Shalas :-
At Gangotri :- Sri Ganga Purohit Ashram , Gangotri Mandir Dharamshala , Kali Kamli Dharamshala , Punjab & Sind Dharamshala , Dandi Ashram , Eeshavasyam Ashram , Mauni Ashram , Birla Mangal Niketan , Ganga Niketan , Shanti Niketan , Bhagirathi Sadan , Acharya Sadan , Himalaya Sadan , Dalmia Sadan , Krishna ashram, Bajoria Sadan, Jahnavi Ashram, Tarpadia Sadan, Ram Govind Bhawan, Bagad Dharmshala
Kushkal Yan & Belakkhal Range
About 16 kms. from Mala which is 28 kms. from Uttarkashi on Gangotri road, the meadow of Kush -Kalyan is situated at an elevation of 3141 mts. The trek is steep through dense forests and the meadow extends towards east for about 20 kms. up to sahastra Tal (4371 mts. ) and 30 kms. towards west to Belak Khal (2571 mts.).Further west, it extends upto Chaurangi- Khal. Trekking along this range is an enjoyable experience. During winter all these provide vast expanse of ski-slopes. |
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