Yamunotri Temple - It Is Situated At A Height Of 3239 meters Above The Sea Level

YAMUNOTRI TEMPLE

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UTTARKASHI

Yamunotri Temple is located at a height of 3239 meters above the sea level in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. This temple was built by the King Tehri Naresh Sudarshan Shah in 1839. As it was damaged by an earthquake, the main temple was rebuilt by Maharani Gularia of Jaipur during the 19th century, which is then known as the center of attraction at Yamunotri. Yamunotri Temple opens every year on Akshaya Tritya, which falls either in the month of April or May and the holy idol of Goddess Yamuna is carried from the nearby village called Kharsali, which is said to be Goddess Yamuna’s Mother’s home.

The temple closes on the next day of Diwali festival called as Yama Dwitiya (which lies on the month of October or November), as the region will be covered with white sheets of snow for the rest of months. It is said that the Goddess Yamuna is a daughter of Lord Surya (Sun) and Goddess Sangya, the Goddess of Perception.

The main deity of this temple is Goddess Yamuna, the source of river Yamuna, believed to be the mother of Human Kind, providing the devotees with rich nourishment. The idol of Goddess Yamuna is made out of black marble. It is said that Yamunotri is specially mention in the Hindu mythology which was the home of an ancient sage named Asti Muni. The mythology says that a dip in the river Yamuna here will absolve all the sins.

Other important spots of Yamunotri are:

Saptarishi Kund (a tank)

Saptarishi Kund is regarded as the origin of the river Yamuna at an altitude of 4421 meters and the water in this kund is bluish in color and holds delightful scenery.

Surya Kund

Surya Kund is a hot boiling spring located at the region of the temple which flows into numerous pools.

Divya Sheel

Divya Sheela is a rock pillar, which gives a delicate feeling to the devotees who visits this place and it is ritual to worship the Divya Sheel before entering the sanctum.

Festivals

Phool Devi – celebrated in the month of March

Basant Panchami – celebrated in the month of March

Olgia – celebrated in the month of August

Poojas

The Aarti timings of Yamunotri temple is from 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm

The special poojas offered in this temple in the evening period of Janmashtami and Diwali.

By Air

Jolly Grant airport is the nearest airport of the city where people visit with the help of any public transport. This airport connects with many other cities and states which make your travel comfortable. It is about 196 km far from the Gangotri.

By Train

Dehradun railway station near to the city which is also the major railway network of the city. Trains are frequent and run for various other destination.

By Road

Buses are very convenient way to move from one place to another. You need to take bus for Hanuman Chatti and then reach this place by trekking as the routes here are not suitable for wheeled traffic. Chandigarh (394km), Delhi (419km), Haridwar (223km), Dehradun (172km) and Mussoorie (142km) can be reached via road.

Dayara Bugyal Is A Ideal Trek For Extensive Weekends

DAYARA BUGYAL TREK TOUR

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UTTARAKHAND

Being one of the easiest treks of Uttarakhand, Dayara Bugyal located in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. You can achieve this lavish green high altitude meadow by trekking on a simple trail for a negligible 8 km. Perched on a rise of 3,048 mts above sea level, Dayara Bugyal is spread over a limitless region of 28 square kilometers and associates a few bordering mountains.

Dayara Bugyal is a perfect trek for long weekends and goes about as the ideal begin for amateurs. It might surprise you but skiing events have also been held at Dayara Bugyal during winters as this region receives heavy snowfall.

After 42 kms drive from Uttarkashi you will achieve Raithal, a little town that goes about as the starting point of the trek to Dayara Bugyal. Please note that the road to Raithal branches off near Bhatwari.

Itinerary of Dayara Bugyal Trekking Package

Day 1

Delhi – Dehradun – Uttarkashi – Raithal – Upper Raithal

Drive435 kmsTrek1 kmsStayCamps

The journey will start from Delhi at night. We will supposedly reach Uttarkashi around noon. Uttarkashi is one of the major towns of Uttarakhand. It’ll take another one and a half hour drive to reach Raithal.Raithal to Upper Raithal is a short hike of just 1km which can be easily done in less than an hour. The well-marked trail begins from the terrace fields of the village and climbs up to the forest entry point. It is an ideal campsite to mark the beginning of the trek with unobstructed views of Mt. Shrikanth, Mt. Jaunli & Mt. Draupadi ka Danda.

Day 2

Upper Raithal – Ghuyin – Dayara Bugyal

Trek7 kmsStayCamps

Start off early in the morning post breakfast. Trail snack will be provided for the trek. 5 minutes into the trail and you’ll enter a beautiful forest rich in flora and fauna. 4kms gradually ascending route from Upper Raithal leads to shepherd huts at Ghuyin, a quaint little hamlet straight out of a fantasy world. After a short break at Ghuyin we’ll proceed towards Dayara Bugyal.

The trail becomes easy with less incline from Ghuyin to Dayara Bugyal. Couple of shepherd huts marks the beginning of Dayara Bugyal. If traveling during winters, this might be the perfect camping spot for you because the higher reaches of Dayara Bugyal will be covered with 2-3ft of snow. During remaining time of the year you can trek further to Dayara Bugyal and camp near a water source. This days trek goes through open land and dense forest at different places and finally ends up at the vast expanse of lush green meadow – Dayara Bugyal.

Day 3

Dayara Bugyal – Bakaria Top – Dayara Bugyal

Trek7 kmsAltitude3810mtsStayCamps

Wake up to enjoy the most beautiful day of this trek. Start off late if the weather is nice and walk further to map the lengths and breadths of Dayara Bugyal. Explore the virgin landscape, there will be plenty of photography opportunities for you because Dayara Bugyal looks different from every angle. Follow a steep climb towards right to reach Bakaria Top (3810mts), highest point in the nearby region. Bakaria Top is around 3kms from Dayara Bugyal. Watch the horizon from the top and trek back to Dayara Bugyal for hot lunch.

Day 4

Dayara Bugyal – Barnala Tal – Barsu – Uttarkashi – Dehradun – Delhi

Trek8 kmsDrive435 kmsAltitude3340mts

Make sure you get up early because sunrise is spectacularly beautiful at Dayara Bugyal. Bid goodbye to the imposing Himalayan range and trek back to Barsu via Barnala Tal. In just 3hrs time you’ll be able to reach Barsu Village. After reaching Barsu drive straight to Dehradun and thereon to Delhi.

Price

 8,000.00     7,500.00

Places Covered

Dayara Bugyal

Validity

31 Dec 2016

Inclusions

          All Meals during Trek

         Trek Fees

         All Trekking equipments (Tents, Sleeping Bags. etc)

         Porter, Cook & Mule charges

         Forest Camping Charges, Entry Fees & Permits

         Mountaineering Certified Guide

         Services of Experienced Trek Leader

Exclusions

        Transportation

        Any other personal expenses

        Anything not mentioned above

 Terms & Conditions 

         Any expenses due to unforeseen circumstances shall be shared.

     Himalayas are unpredictable. In some cases due to bad weather it is possible that the trek cannot be completed. Rise on Himalayas will do their best to make it possible but your safety is a much bigger concern for us.

         Rise on Himalayas reserves the right to modify or cancel the trek or trek itinerary under unusual and unforeseen circumstances.

         The treks we offer demands a person to be physically fit & mentally strong. Before booking the trek please tell us if you have any medical condition.

         No refunds will be made for any accommodation, sightseeing, meals or services not utilized.

         You are solely responsible for your personal belongings during the trek.

     Behaviour that can cause danger, annoyance to others or interfering with the procedure may lead to termination of your participation from the trip, with no right to refund. We expect you to be a responsible trekker.

         We provide basic amenities in the wilderness of Himalayas, please don’t expect any luxury treatment.

    Trekking in Himalayas requires a degree of personal risk. You are likely to visit places where you’ll be facing certain risks, dangers and physical challenges. By participating in a trek with Rise on Himalayas, you accept that you are aware of the personal risks & dangers attendant upon such travel and that you assume the risks involved. You hereby assume all such risks and release Rise on Himalayas from all claims and causes of action arising from such damages or injuries or death resulting from these inherent risks.

     In the case of falling ill or suffering an accident during the trip, all hospital expenses, doctor fees, evacuation from road or mountain or any other charges incurred as a direct or indirect result of your illness/accident are your responsibility

       We reserve the right to photograph you during the trek and use the image for our website & promotions.

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Kalap Hill Station – One Should Know About Hospitality From Kalap People To Deliver In City Life To Guests

KALAP HILL STATION

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UTTARAKHAND

Kalap is a remote villange in Uttarkashi district of Uttrakhand State of India and located very close to the boundary of Uttarakhand with Himachal Pradesh and hence its customs, traditions and language carry influences from both states. Gharwali, the primary language spoken, is markedly different from the variant spoken in central Garhwal and Himachali songs are quite popular.

The houses are constructed of wood and stone and the design is aimed at erecting structures that remain warm during the cold winter. Several houses have intricate patterns carved on wood but the craftsmanship is especially impressive in the temple dedicated to Karna of the epic Mahabharata.

Home to a couple hundred inhabitants and around fifty houses, it is endowed with pristine natural beauty – magnificent views of the snow clad peaks and lush bugyal (high altitude grassland) of Kedarkantha, sparkling brooks running down the face of the mountain and silent jungles of pine and deodar.

The hospitality showered on visitors is heart-warming and genuine, a stark contrast to how we treat our guests in the cities. It is not uncommon for children to help out their parents in daily chores like tilling the fields and foraging in the jungles for wood and fodder. They are comfortable with the heady life of the outdoor and feel at home navigating the obstacles thrown up by nature.

As the chilly winter surrenders to a chirpy spring the village adorns a variety of colourful attires; golden and orange and pink of the sun, silver white of the moon and somber grey of the clouds.

Clear cloudless days interspersed with relentless rain present an opportunity to experience the varied moods of nature and walking the numerous trails which span out from the village is the perfect way to strike a friendship with the stoic mountains.

A crystal stream rushes down this ravine inviting for a quick dip although the water is excruciatingly cold. Beyond the stream the path fights a losing battle with rotting trees, creepers, dead leaves and overgrown grass making it trickier to navigate

To the East of the village neatly arranged terraced fields dot the mountainside abuzz with bees hovering over the yellow mustard. Two trails originate here – one curves below the fields to the chhani (A group of makeshift huts usually used by sheep and cow herders) known as Unani and the other runs above to the village Karba.

While the former follows a somewhat flat trajectory traveling across the face of the mountain the latter climbs higher and higher past the tree line to Karba Top.

Kalap is 210 kms from Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand and 450 kms from New Delhi.The nearest rail station and airport is at Dehradun. Dehradun is well-connected by daily trains and flights from New Delhi. It takes 6 hours by car or 10 hours by bus to reach the town of Netwar, the nearest road head to Kalap from where one must trek to the village.

Uttarkashi Hill Station - It Is The Ultimate Place For Those Who Look For Tranquility Of Spiritual Outing

UTTARKASHI HILL STATION

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UTTARAKHAND

Uttarkashi is the most picturesque town of Uttarakhand. Situated on the bank of the Bhagirathi River at an altitude of about 1352m, Uttarkashi has the same religious importance in Uttarakhand as Kashi has in Uttar Pradesh.

Dotted with a sizable number of Ashrams and Dharamshala, this holy town is the perfect family vacation getaway for those living in North India. A quite little town beside a whimsical river, Uttarkashi is also the base for many trekking expeditions in Uttarakhand.

The famed Nehru Institute of Mountaineering is also situated here. Uttarkashi is an important destination in Uttarakhand for the fact that it is in close proximity to Hindu pilgrimages like Yamunotri and Gangotri.

the town is dotted with temples, which makes them an obvious attraction here. This scenic place is perfect for anyone seeking solace and respite from the noisy city life. So, if you are someone, who is in search of some peace or adventure, Uttarkashi is the ideal place for you.

In Uttarkashi town, there are various places of interest like the Nehru institude of mountaineering which offers training in mountaineering.

Maneri has developed as an important tourist attraction. Situated at a distance of 13kms from uttarkashi, Maneri attracts tourists mainly because of the development of a dam across the Bhagirathi river. About 37kms from Maneri is a hot water spring called gangani. Dodi tal and dayara bugayal are also popular as a trekking execursion from uttarkashi.

The temple town known for its numerous temples and ashrams, some of the most prominent temples here includes Vishwanath Temple, an ancient temple situated in the centre of the town; this temple is known to house a Shivling, dedicated to Lord Shiva

Uttarkashi is recognized as an auspicious place for spiritual practices. Traditional monks and spiritual yogis have been coming there for centuries, such as Maharshi Mahesh Yogi, Swami Rama and Swami Yogeswarananda sarswathy yoga Nikethan.

These yogis gained worldwide popularity, especially in America, but many anonymous mystics and traditional sidhas lived and are still living there unknown to the world.

There are many homestays available in Uttarkashi along with several budget hotels, so you need not worry at all about accommodation.

It is coldest in December January and February. Climate is good from March to June. Then comes the monsoon until end of August and September to November is pilgrimage season.

By Air

Jolly grant airport is the nearest airport to Uttarkashi situated at a distance of 160kms. It is well connected to delhi with daily flights.

By Train

The nearest railway station to Uttarkashi is Rishikesh railway station situated 143kms. Rishikesh is well connected by railway networks with major destinations of India.

By Bus

Uttarkashi is well connected by motorable roads with major destinations of Uttarakhand state.