In Sanskrit the name Himalaya means ‘Abode of Snow’ truly characterizing the vast permanent snowfields of the region. In the heart of these majestic mountains lies the state of Uttarakhand with the Kumaon hills in its east and the Garhwal. 1,125 sq. km. It has a population of about 6.0 million at 94.4 per sq. km in 13 Districts.
UTTARAKHAND, a lovely state in India is known as DEVBHOOMI…The Land of the Gods…Its in the north of India in the shadow of great Himalaya Mountains…. its 100% pollution free …so VISIT FIRST and then realise its worth…u can visit BADRINATH, KEDARNATH, GANGOTRY, YAMUNOTRY, HEM KUND, PHOOLON KI GHATI,NAINITAL, MASOORI, RANIKHET,ALMORA, AULI, KHIRSU, HARIDWAR(HARI KI PAIDI),RISHIKESH,DEHRADUN,TEHRI DAM, …..and sangam of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi at Devprayag..the origin of the holly GANGA river…and a lots of tourist places …
Chamba One of the brightest spots of Tehri Garhwal, t 1676 mts, Chamba is just 60 kms from Mussoorie. This quaint town offers one of the most sepectacular views of snow capped Himalayas and the enchanting Bhagirathi vally. Being the center point of routes to Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Tehri & New Tehri, Chamba is fast changing into the ideal interlude.
Uttarakhand is a region of outstanding natural beauty. Northern parts of the state are part of Great Himalaya’s, covered by the high Himalayan peaks and glaciers. Two of India’s mightiest rivers, the Ganga and the Yamuna take birth in the glaciers of Uttarakhand, and are fed by myriad lakes, glacial melts and streams in the region.
ABOUT THE STATE-
Capital- Dehradun
Population (2001)- 8,479,562
Density- 159/km²
Area- 53,566 km²
Districts – 13
Time zone IST- (UTC+5:30)
Official language(s)- Hindi, Garhwali, Ku