Uttarakhand is a beautiful state of India and its capital is Dehradun. It is largely a hilly state that shares international borders with China in the north and Nepal in the east. Uttarakhand is a favorite tourist destination for people of all ages. This vast Himalayan region displays the beauty of nature and devotion to the gods. It has two main regions – Garhwal and Kumaon – which have the charm of mountains, valleys, rivers, lakes, glaciers, and many sacred temples. There are tons of places in Uttarakhand that you can explore. So let us know about these places...

Chopta
Chopta is one of the attractive hill stations of Uttarakhand. Chopta is such an untouched and unknown hill station whose natural beauty and greenery will delight you to the core. Nestled at the foothills of the Himalayan Mountains, this small hill station is also called 'Little Switzerland'. For those who like less crowded, Chopta is no less than a paradise. The pristine environment here gives a different and pleasant experience to both trekkers and tourists. The Chopta-Tungnath-Chandrashila trek route here is quite popular. There is a different magic in the mountains here. Here the cool winds blowing now and then, the charming fragrance of the soil, the dense forests will take us to another world. It is situated in the Garhwal region on the way to Ukimath in Uttarakhand. If you are fond of adventure and photography then you cannot miss Chopta.

Lansdowne
The weather in Lansdowne remains pleasant throughout the year. It is not too hot here. The weather here is quite pleasant between March and June, while it is extremely cold between December and February. Many times the temperature goes down to zero. However, snowfall during winter is worth seeing. Shivratri is celebrated here during February-March, the view of which is quite picturesque. The best time to visit Lansdowne is between March to November. At that time it is neither hot nor very cold.

Jim Corbett
Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. It is a major wildlife destination for visitors from all over the world as well as nature-loving tourists. The park is located in the city of Ramnagar in the state of Uttarakhand, India, about 260 km from New Delhi. Being near the national capital city of India, the park is easily accessible via railways and roads. If you are searching for famous tourist places in Uttarakhand, then you cannot forget this place.

Almora
Almora is an important city of Uttarakhand. It is also the headquarters of Almora district. Almora is situated on the southern edge of a horse-saddle-shaped hill peak of the Kumaon Himalayas. The eastern part of that peak is known as Telifat, and the western part is known as Selifat. At the top of the peak, where these two, Telifat and Selifat, join, is situated the Almora Bazaar. This market is very old and is made of beautifully cut stones. This is one of the offbeat places of Uttarakhand. This is a very romantic destination, where you can go with your partner to spend relaxing moments.

Chakrata
Chakrata, located in the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, is very famous among local tourists. You can see mountains adorned with greenery, snow-covered mountains, and blue sky all together here. The beautiful hills and mountains of Chakrata are surrounded by white clouds. The natural beauty of Chakrata, covered with colorful grasslands and pine forests, mesmerizes everyone. In Chakrata you can visit historical as well as religious places. Apart from natural beauty, one can see Tiger Hills, Chilmiri, Mundali Maidar, and the Hindu temple complex Lakhmandal in Chakrata.

Dhanaulti
Dhanaulti is a hill station of Uttarakhand which is located in the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayas. This hill station is located at a distance of 24 kilometers from Mussoorie. Dhanaulti is a tehsil of Tehri district. Dhanaulti is a small and beautiful hill station near Mussoorie, this hill station has a clear view of the mountains of the Gangotri range. Dhanaulti is situated amidst the beautiful Himalayan peaks. The best time to visit Dhanaulti is March to July, this is the time when you can get clear views of the Gangotri range from Dhanaulti. And you can enjoy the pleasant weather.

Kanatal
Kanatal is a beautiful place in Uttarakhand which most of the tourists are unaware of. Apple orchards, wildflowers, pleasant weather, all these will win your heart. This beautiful village is situated at an altitude of 8500 feet above sea level. It is a famous resort for the people living nearby. The lush green environment, snow-capped mountains, rivers, and forests enhance the beauty of this place. This place was named after Kanatal Lake which existed many years ago but now there is no trace of this lake. One of the many attractions of Kanatal is Surkhanda Devi Temple which is very popular among tourists.

Chamouli
Chamoli is quite beautiful amidst snow-covered mountains. Chamoli is situated on the Badrinath road near the Alaknanda river. It is a district of Uttaranchal state. This is one of the major religious places. A large number of tourists come here. The natural beauty of Chamoli attracts tourists. There are many big and small temples in Chamoli and many such places which provide accommodation facilities. This place is called Chaati. Chatti is a type of hut situated on the banks of river Alaknanda. Chamoli is situated in the middle of the Central Himalayas.

Uttarkashi
Uttarkashi or Uttar Kashi is a district of Garhwal in the state of Uttarakhand, India. The headquarters of this district is Uttarkashi town. Uttarkashi district is situated at the height of the Himalayan range and both the Ganga and Yamuna rivers originate in this district.

Munsiyari
Munsiyari is a beautiful hill station of Uttarakhand situated on the foothills of the vast Himalayas. This hill destination under the Pithoragarh district of the state is famous all over the world for its charming environment. Situated at an altitude of 2300 meters, most of Munsiyari is covered with a thick sheet of snow. Due to the snowy peaks here, this hill station is called the 'Mini Kashmir' of Uttarakhand. Among the natural treasures of Munsiyari, you can plan a trip to Brithi Falls. This place is an ideal stopping point for mental and spiritual peace on the way to Munsiyari.

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