Uttarakhand Treat

‘Dev-Bhoomi’ (the land of Gods) Uttarakhand is a northern Indian state known for its splendid mountains, its holy cities and its scenic and mesmerizing beauty. From the Shivalik ranges to the upper Himalayas where originate many rivers of the Indian mainland, there is a lot to explore here

Our tour begins in New Delhi, a city that is a fusion of ancient and modern. First visit old Delhi, and go through its narrow and vibrant market streets to see one of the largest Mosques in the country, Jama Masjid. Enjoy the tasty delicacies of old Delhi, especially its Paranthas and Kababs and then see the heritage of the Moguls in the form of Red Fort. Then head over to Raj Ghat, as you transition from the old to the new. Pay homage to the father of the nation at Mahatma Gandhi Smriti. Feel the vitality of the Indian Democracy at the President’s House and the Parliament. Then dabble your feet into some spirituality by seeing AksharDham Temple and Lotus Temple. And if there is time left, recede back into the ancient mode by seeing one of the architectural marvels of bygone times, Qutub Minar.

The next stage takes us to the twin cities of Haridwar and Rishikesh. It is here that the sacred first comes down from the Shivalik mountains and touches the great northern plains. A holy atmosphere suffuses the very air of these cities that are adorned by a large number of beautiful temples and Ghats. In Rishikesh, one can also do rafting and satisfy any cravings for adrenaline rush. One can also visit Yoga Ashrams, and learn about this traditional Indian discipline that is taking the world by storm these days.

Finally, we come to Mussorie, the queen of Hills. Located in the foothills of Garhwal Himalayan range, this hill resort has a number of attractions, including Kempty Falls, Gun Hill, and the ever vibrant Mall road. In fact, nothing is as relaxing in this world as a pleasant evening walk on Mussorie’s mall road, while tasting local cuisines and shopping from the numerous small shops that adorn it.