Kedar Taal - tourmet

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India /Uttarakhand /Uttarkashi /Gangotri

Sight Address : Kedar Tal is almost 17 km away from Gangotri. Edit

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Kedartal, the spectacular and enchanting lake is situated at a distance of about 18 kms. from Gangotri. It is negotiable through a rough and tough mountain trail.The lake is crystal clear with the mighty Thalaysagar (Sphatiklin) Peak, providing the splendid backdrop. The place is about 15,000 feet above sea level and is the base camp for trekking to the Thalaysagar, Jogin, Bhrigupanth and other peaks.The trek to Kedartal is a very tiring one and there are testing moments even for a seasoned trekker. There is no facility of any kind on the way and one has to make all arrangements in advance.It is advisable to take along a local guide.

Kedar Tal

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Best Season to VisitEdit

April-June, September-November

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Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 hours

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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

Himalaya Restaurant ; Gangotri, Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand 249135 ; Ph/M – N.A ; Food Serve – Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies are easily available.

BUS : Gangotri is well connected by state owned bus services. Many buses are available from Gangotri to Uttarakashi (97 km), Yamunotri (232 km), Mussoorie (250 km) and Tehri (167 km). Private deluxe buses charge about Rs 3 per kilometer while state buses charge less than Re 1 per kilometer.

Train : Rishikesh is the nearest railway station, which is about 250 km away. The station is well connected to many major cities in India. The taxi charge between Rishikesh and Gangotri is about Rs 4,500 for a round trip.

Air : Nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, which is a domestic airport located at about 260 km away from city center. Taxi cabs are available from airport to Gangotri city, which cost about Rs 4000.

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