High in the Garhwal Himalayas, overlooking the valleys around Rishikesh, Narendra Nagar and Tehri, stands the revered Kunjapuri Devi Temple, one of the important Shakti shrines of Uttarakhand. Perched on Kunjapuri Peak, the temple is not only a destination for devotees but also a remarkable viewpoint from which the Himalayan landscape unfolds in every direction.…

Nestled in the heart of Rishikesh in Uttarakhand, Bharat Mandir is one of the city’s most revered and historically significant temples. While Rishikesh is internationally known for yoga, meditation, ashrams and the sacred Ganga, Bharat Mandir represents another important dimension of the town’s identity: its ancient Vaishnavite and pilgrimage traditions. Located near Triveni Ghat and…

Nestled in the forested hills near Rishikesh, Garud Chatti Waterfall is one of the scenic natural attractions of Uttarakhand that combines a short adventure with the peaceful atmosphere of the Himalayan foothills. Located along the Neelkanth Road, the waterfall is surrounded by greenery and rocky terrain, making it a refreshing escape from the busy streets…

Nestled amid the peaceful landscapes of Dehradun, Uttarakhand, Tapovan is a destination where spirituality, mythology, nature and local culture come together. Far removed from the image of a conventional tourist attraction, Tapovan offers a quieter experience for visitors who want to explore the religious heritage of the Doon Valley and spend time in an atmosphere…

Tucked away in the Himalayan foothills near Rishikesh, Phool Chatti is one of those destinations in Uttarakhand where nature, spirituality and quiet adventure come together. Situated along the Neelkanth Temple Road in the Pauri Garhwal region, this peaceful area lies close to the sacred Ganga and is surrounded by forested hills, mountain streams and the…

When people hear the name Marine Drive, Mumbai’s famous coastal boulevard may immediately come to mind. But in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, the name has a very different setting. Here, Marine Drive refers to a scenic riverside stretch associated with the Ganga, where mountain landscapes, flowing water, forested slopes and the road to the upper Himalayan region…

Tucked into the Himalayan foothills along the Ganga, Shivpuri is one of the most exciting destinations around Rishikesh in Uttarakhand. While Rishikesh is internationally recognised for yoga, spirituality, temples and meditation, Shivpuri offers a distinctly different experience. Here, the emphasis is on rushing river water, forested hills, sandy riverbanks, outdoor adventure, riverside camping and the…

Rajaji National Park is one of Uttarakhand’s most fascinating wildlife destinations, where the Himalayan foothills meet the upper Gangetic plains and dense forests stretch across the Shivalik landscape. Known particularly for its large population of Asian elephants, the park also provides habitat for tigers, leopards, deer, Himalayan goral, wild boar, numerous reptiles and hundreds of…

Hidden amid the forested hills beside the sacred Ganga, Vashishta Cave (Vashishta Gufa) is one of the quieter spiritual destinations around Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. Unlike the busy ghats, yoga centres and popular attractions of central Rishikesh, the cave offers a very different experience—one centred on silence, meditation, mythology and the natural beauty of the Himalayan foothills.…

Nestled in the forested hills near Rishikesh, Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is one of the most revered Shiva temples in Uttarakhand. Surrounded by the peaceful landscapes of the Garhwal Himalayas, the temple combines mythology, spirituality, pilgrimage, nature and mountain travel in a way that makes the journey almost as meaningful as the destination. The shrine is…