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Wondering where to go this vacation? Sick of going to beaches and hill stations? Well then the place you certainly must visit is Tehri-Garhwal in Uttarakhand. Along with the many pilgrimage sites one can visit, Tehri-Garhwal also holds for its visitors many activities like trekking, rock climbing, hiking and more. One can also enjoy the scenic view of nature from here. So get ready to explore the beauty of Tehri-Garhwal.
Badrinath
One of the destinations of the Char Dham Yatra, Badrinath is a tourist destination of Tehri-Garhwal district in Uttarakhand. The prime attraction here is the Badrinath Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Pligrims come here to pay homage to the God here.
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Chamba
The hill station of Chamba is a popular attraction in Tehri-Garhwal. It is at an altitude of 1676m and is covered in pine and deodar trees. One can view the Himalayan ranges from here. Here are a few places one can stay in.
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Devprayag
One of the pilgrimage destinations here is Devprayag. It is famous for the confluence of holy rivers Alaknanda and Bhagirathi, which are considered to be the tributaries of River Ganga. Here is how one can reach Devprayag.
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Dhanoulti
Dhanoulti is a popular weekend destination in the Tehri-Garhwal district. It lies on the Chamba-Mussoorie route. Tourists can enjoy the view of the Doon Valley from here. Adventure sports like rock climbing, river crossing, hiking and trekking are organised by Camp Thangdhar. Accommodation along with basic facilities is available here.
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Kanatal
Kanatal is a tiny village in Tehri-Garhwal district. This beautiful village is a getaway for the individuals staying in nearby areas. One can enjoy the view of the lush green surroundings, snow covered mountains, rivers and forests. Check out the places of lodging here.
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Narendra Nagar
Narendra Nagar is one of the most visited destinations here as it is in close proximity to Rishikesh. It has a magnificient view point from where tourists can enjoy the panaromic view of the Doon Valley and that of the holy River Ganga.
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Tehri Dam
One of the major attractions here is the Tehri Dam built across the river Bhagirathi. The dam is believed to be among the world's largest hydro-electric projects.
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Uttarkashi
Uttarakashi is a beautiful district holding immense religious significance for the Hindus. It is often referred to as the 'Kashi of North'. It is located on the banks of the holy River Ganga and is in close proximity of the religious places of Gangotri and Yamunotri. Tourists can also head to Dayara Bugyal which is situated on the Uttarkashi-Gangotri road and is a popular skiing destination. Har ki Doon is a famous trekking site here along with Dodital which is a beautiful lake and also the base for trekking to Yamunotri and Hanuman Chatti. One will find many guest houses and bunglows for tourists to stay here.
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