Travel to Uttaranchal

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Dwarahat Holy Place Near Ranikhet

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• Ranikhet Excursions

It is Thirty seven kilometres from Ranikhet. This beautiful valley where Dwarahut is located. The wide Ramganga river valley is famous for its cluster of 55 temples of Katyuni period. The place was one the seat of Katyuni Kings who ruled from Himalayas to plains.

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Keeping in Touch In Uttaranchal

Communicating while in Uttaranchal (India) is no problem. There are various modes of communication in India. There is an availability of all the modern communication forms in India. Cyber cafes with Internet and phone facilities can be found all over Throughout Uttaranchal, so communication with family and friends back home

Food Guide In Badrinath

Local eatries/Dhabas are available there, where one can get the food in Vegetarian. RESTAURANTS Vijaya - Laxmi Restaurant Saket Restaurant Urvashi Restaurant Several other restaurants, Liquor and non-vegetarian food are prohibited.

Getting around in Rishikesh

Within the town one can use cycle-rickshaws or auto-rickshaws. There are local tempos, cycle rickshaws, ferry boats and taxis. They are easily available in Rishikesh and also in the nearby areas of importance. You may even opt for the buses that ply on the fixed routes.

Cuisines of Uttaranchal

People of Uttaranchal basically take a vegetarian meal though mutton and chicken are also savored by many. The food is extremely nutritious to suit the high energy requirements of the hilly and cold region. The traditional cuisine of the land is highly nutritious, simple to prepare and at the same

History of Haridwar

Haridwar is situated as the gateway to the other three important pilgrimages of Uttrakhand namely, Rishikesh, Badrinath and Kedarnath. Referred to as Mayapuri, Gangadwar, and Mokshadwar in the ancient scriptures and epics, Haridwar has always remained a major pilgrimage for the Hindus in India. According to the legends, Prince Bhagirath

B.H.E.L. In Haridwar

It consists of two divisions: The Heavy Electricals Equipment Plant (HEEP) located in Haridwar, is one of the major manufacturing plants of BHEL. This is a government of India undertaking for manufacture of heavy electrical equipments like motors, turbines, generators etc. The second one is Central Foundry Forge Plant (CFFP)

Surkhanda Devi Fair In Tehri

This sukhanda devi Fair is held on the Ganga Dussehra or Jyesth Navami day at the Surkhanda Devi temple which is located at the distance of 33 Kms from Mussoorie, the famous hill station in dehradun district. The temple is dedicated to the goddess Durga and is an important centre

Clothing In UttarKashi

Men generally wear pant, shirt, coats, woolen sweater, woolen coats, trouser, cap, Kurta, Mirjhai and women wear Dhoti, Sari, Blouse, Pankhi and Dawla with the ornaments like golden Nath, Bulak, Murkhle, Har, Churi (bangles), rings etc. The folk’s dances and folk songs sung on auspicious occasions exhibit the socio-cultural values found

Sir George Everest House In Mussorrie

Sir George Everest was the first surveyor General of India. This house was the office and residence of Sir George. It is 6 km. from Mussoorie. It is also known as park estate. The highest peak in the world, Mt. Everest is named after him.

Sidcul In Haridwar

It is the known industrial area near haridwar. Sidcul is located near Bahadrabad coming towards haridwar from Delhi. State Industrial Development Corporation Uttranchal Limited is government body which is established for industrial promotion. Big enterprises are investing. Dabur, Mahindra & Mahindra, Havells, HLL etc have started production.