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Uttarakhand is a beautiful state of India that has every corner filled with natural beauty. But here we will know about the home of mesmerising destination and summer attraction of Uttrakhand- Chamoli. With a captivating panoramic view, and heart-wrenching and breathtaking snow-capped mountains, Chamoli is more than what meets the eye. One of the best places to visit in Uttrakhand, Chamoli attracts young solo travellers and honeymooners alike.
Chamoli is a beautiful and not-so-old district of the Uttarakhand state of India. Perched at an elevation of 1300 meters above sea level, the district is snugged into the Garhwal Himalayas and decked on the holy banks of river Alaknanda. Chamoli is neighboured by the famous Tibet region to its north, by Pithoragarh and Bageshwar to the east, by Rudraprayag to the west, and by Almora to the south. Awarded as the Jewel in the crest of Garhwal, Chamoli's Sanskrit name means "Chandramoli" which is defined as Chandra (Moon) + Moli (Wears Moon on Head) representing the Hindu god Shiva.
Several important rivers and their tributaries run through the Chamoli district. Alaknanda, covering a distance of 229 km, is the main river here, which forms the confluence of the Bhagirathi and the Ganges, at Devprayag.
History of Chamoli
Chamoli, a former part of the Garhwal district was carved as a separate revenue district in 1960. To know the history of Chamoli we need to look back to the 6th century A.D. Chamoli was under the rule of king Bhanu Pratap. from 1803 ( this was the year when a devastating earthquake shook the region) till 1815 the Gorkha took over and ruled the kingdom. after that Chamoli got new rulers in the Britishers. Finally, in 1997, Chamoli district was carved out as a separate district from Pauri Garhwal.
Famous Tourist Places in and Around Chamoli
Chamoli is famous for hosting a variety of destinations and pilgrimages including Badrinath, Hemkund Sahib, and Valley of Flowers. The Chipko movement was first started in Chamoli. The natural beauty that engulfed the Chamoli is hard to resist for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. Chamoli is also known for its famous village tours that offer the tourist a mesmerizing view of the beauty of the villages stationed in the district and a glimpse of its culture. apart from the tourists satisfy their taste buds by having the famous local cuisine- pahadi foods like chainsoo, kappa, sisunaak saag, and gahat dal.
How to Reach Chamoli
Chamoli is situated at a distance of 439 km from Delhi and about 250 km from Dehradun city. Train, planes, and busses are available to the Chamoli from Delhi.
By Air: A well-connected Airport, Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport to Chamoli that is situated at a distance of 222 km. Taxis can be hired from Jolly Grant Airport to reach the Chamoli.
By Rail: The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, situated 202 km from Chamoli. Well connected by roads, Taxis, and buses are frequently available from Rishikesh station. Even from Srinagar, Rudraprayag, and many other destinations are also connected by road to Chamoli.
By Road: Chamoli is situated on NH58 and that's how accessible by roads from major destinations of Uttarakhand state. From ISBT Kashmiri Gate tourists can take a bus to Rishikesh and Srinagar. From Pauri, Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Srinagar, Gopeshwar, etc., busses ply regularly to Chamoli. Even taxis are available.
Weather in Chamoli
The climate of Chamoli depends on the altitude that ranges from 800 m to 8,000 m sea level. The winter season remains from November to March which records the lowest temperature of 0 °C. Talk about monsoons the heaviest rainfall takes place from June to September and as most of the region sits on the southern slopes of the outer Himalayas, monsoon currents can enter through the valley. Humidity is high during monsoon season. Tourists can visit Chamoli throughout the year.
