A dreamlike lake that is surrounded by the snow-clad mountains in the district of Rudraprayag in Garhwal Region, Deoriatal is amongst the most popular camping & trekking places in Uttarakhand Himalayas. Situated some 3 km on an uphill trek from Mastura and Sari villages on the Ukhimath-Chopta road, the lake allures visitors with the stunning reflection of Chaukhamba Peaks on its crystal clear water. According to beliefs, the nature sightseeing place in Uttarakhand, which sits at an elevation of 2438 m is considered as the place where Gods used to take bath. Thus, this offbeat lake destination holds a special significance to Hindu devotees. It is also reckoned to be the famed ‘Indra Sarovar’ which has its reference in the Pur (Purana ) anas. It is believed that it was this travel place where the Pandavas were asked questions by Yaksha. The legend has it that this lake was created by Bheem who was the strongest among the Pandavas in order to appease his thirst. The lake can only be reached through a 3 km trekking trail from Sari village. The charm and the beauty of the nature of this popular place in Uttarakhand allures a large number of trekkers and nature aficionados throughout the year.
Snow-capped mountains of Himalayas like Chaukhamba, Nilkantha, Bandarpunch, Kedar Range, and Kalanag make the backdrop quite surreal at Deoriatal and one can savoura panoramic view. The astounding green forest is the major attraction on the trekking route of Deoriatal. Bird watching along with the exhilarating trek are the two major draws which make it an ideal place to visit. Camping and village tourism are also the must-do things in here. Apart from savouring an experience of a lifetime in Deoriatal, one has a number of places to visit situated at a short distance from the surreal lake like the popular tourist destinations of Chopta and Tungnath (the highest Shiva Temple in the world). Those seeking more adventure in Rudraprayag, can also attempt a 4 km trek to Chandrashila from Chopta via the Tungnath Temple.
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Best Time to visit Deoriatal
Despite the fact that deoriatal (Deorital) is accessible throughout the year ,however winter and summer are the ideal season to visit the place .during these seasons the lake is at its best to enjoy the serene beauty and enjoy the night camping as well
CHOPTA
Home to the sacred Tungnath temple and an exhilarating trek, Chopta is one of those beautiful places in Uttrakhand which must not be missed by adventure and nature lovers as well as Hindu devotees. At an altitude of 2900 m, Chopta is situated in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand , which is a lush green valley showcasing an exciting view of the Himalayan Peaks. The place is known for its stunning meadow, where camping is no less than a dream. However, what makes Chopta quite a popular travel place in Uttarakhand is the fact that it is the base point of the famous and sacred temple of Tungnath, which by the way is the highest Shiva Temple in India.
Chopta is also the part of Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary and offers trekkers an excellent opportunity of scaling to a height of 4000 m, where is situated, the
Chandrashila Peak that renders a 360° view of the snow-clad Himalayan Peaks like Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba, and Trishul. Along with the enthralling trek, Chopta is ideal for camping under the starry sky. Pitch your own tent or rent one for few nights, and avail yourself one of the finest camping experience in Uttarakhand. Aah! In a scenic place, waking up in the morning and viewing the red sun coming out of the mountains from your tent, is definitely something you should experience.
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Ukhimath Travel Guide
Revel in the radiant ambiance of this spiritual travel destination of Ukhimath, settled in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand. Festooned with majestic nature and the spiritual aura, this small village at an elevation of 1311 m is best known as a one of the popular Hindu pilgrimage sites for the reason that it is the abode of idols of Kedarnath and Madhyamaheshwar in winters.The highlights of this must visit place in Uttarakhand is that the deities from Kedarnath are brought here after the festival of Diwali; and from Madhyamaheshwar in November that by the end of the month of May are taken back to their original places. As the celebration of UtsavDoli begins the idols are worshipped in Omkareshwar Temple, one of the oldest and thoughtfully sculpted shrines in India. According to Hindu mythology, it’s said that the wedding of Anirudh (grandson of Lord Krishna) and Usha (Daughter of Banasur) was held here. Thus, this one of a kind tourism place got its name from Usha and was earlier renowned as Ushamath, which later changed to Ukhimath.
Another fact that would interest travellers, is that, Ukhimath is also the base for the pilgrims visiting tourism destinations like Tungnath ,Deoria and Madhyamaheshwar. A sightseeing tour in Ukhimath, takes you to several places from where you can cherish the vivid views of the peaks of Kedarnath, Neelkanth, Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba, Mana Parbat. Apart from the famous Omkareshwar Temple, Ukhimath also houses several temples that are idea to be visited by families. These temples are dedicated to the divine Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, Mandhata, Usha, and Aniruddha. Our Ukhimath travel guide can help you at every step to make your holiday special in this religious destination in Uttarakhand. Not only does it contain all the basic information, list of top places to visit and things to do but also gives you an idea as to when you should plan your vacation here. At Tour My India , we come forward with the finest tour packages that are packed with best facilities and services just to make your time in Ukhimath blissful.
Best Time to Visit Ukhimath
Ukhimath enjoys a pleasant summer and the chilly winter. In the months of monsoon, the village receives moderate to heavy rainfall. Therefore, the best time to pay regards to this religious destination is the early months of summers and winters.
Guptkashi Travel Guide
A religiously important town which is about 47 km before the holy temple of Lord Shiva, Kedarnath, Guptkashi is where Lord Shiva stays in the form of Vishwanath (Lord of the Universe). At an elevation of 1,319 m, Guptkashi is beautifully located on the east side of the Mandakini River valley facing the town of Ukhimath in the Rudraprayag District of Garhwal in Uttarakhand. It is an important Hindu pilgrimage in Uttarakhand and is also replete with beautiful flora and ancient temples like Vishwanath temple and Ardhnarishwar. This place justifies its name Guptkashi which means ‘Hidden Benares’ by linking itself with the epic of Mahabharatha. It is also said that when after the battle of Mahabharata, Pandavas were in a search of Lord Shiva and this was the place where they first spotted himbut later Lord Shiva fled from them to five different places known as the PanchKedars. Guptkashi is also said to be the place where the original Shiva Linga of the Varanasi’s Vishwanath Temple is kept, which was shifted here to keep it safe during the time of Mughal Emperor, Aurangzeb.
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