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Uttarkashi is located in the Indian state of Uttaranchal. This town is a very important tourist destination in the region and it is located in the Uttarkashi district. The place is known for its stunning natural beauty, and is also called as Devbhumi, which can be literally translated to ‘Land of the Gods’. Pilgrims from all around the country flock to this region too, due to its religious heritage. There are many temples in Uttarkashi that you can visit during your trip to the place and the most famous one among these is that of Lord Vishwanath. This is the largest temple in the region, and the most frequented one as well. There are several smaller temples in Uttarkashi as well, and these are dedicated to the chief deities Hanuman and Durga. Many other shrines are present in Uttarkashi and they cater to a wide variety of Gods, including Parshuram, Annapurna, Dattatrya, Bhairav, Laksheswar and Ekadashrudra. The Nehru Mountaineering Institute, which is located in Uttarkashi, is also a famous tourist spot in the region. You can also visit the hot water springs in the region of Gangnani during your trip to Uttarkashi. Gangotri is a popular pilgrimage spot located in the region, at a distance of 99 kilometres from Uttarkashi. Yamunotri can also be visited from the town as well.

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 249171

STD Code: 1374

Info Website: http://uttarkashi.nic.in/

Best Time to Visit:  March – June and September – November

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : There is no airport in Uttarkashi.

By Train : Trains to Uttarkashi can be taken till the railway station at Rishikesh/Haridwar. The railway station at Haridwar is well connected to all nearby locations and other prominent locations in the country like Mumbai, Delhi, Lucknow, Dehradun, and Howrah. Train fares will range around Rs 130 to 150, and air conditioned coaches will cost you around Rs 400 to 800.

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By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Hotel Shivananda ; Uttarkashi – Gangotri Rd, Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand 249193; Ph – 01374 223 674 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Shikhar Nature Resort ; Garampani, Gawana Village, Uttarkashi – Gangotri Rd, Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand 249193 ; Ph – 011 4717 1000 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel KNB Heritage ; Above district collectorate, Gangotri Rd, Uttarkashi, Uttaranchal 249193 ; Ph – 096 90 069804 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

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Magh Mela ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  It is one of the major attraction and famous festivals in Uttarkashi which takes place on the sacred occasion of Makar Sankranti (January) every year. This famous festival is one of the major events in the district from religious, cultural and commercial point of view. From all over the country, locals well as travelers altogether celebrate the fair with full prosperity and enthusiasm that makes it is one of the famous festivals in the city.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets as Uttarkashi is a major tourist city in India.

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• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

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