Excursions

Mahad, about 22 kms from Raigad, lies on the banks of the river Savitiri. Mahad has one of the Ashta Vinayak shrines of the state- the holy shrine of Shri Varad Vinayak Temple with a holy pond and a Gomukh. The temple has an eternal lamp burning here since 1892 AD.

Mahad is also famous for water agitation started under leadership of Babasaheb Ambedkar. A Kranti Stambh has been put up in memory of this agitataion.

Gandhar Pale, near Mahad, has many caves of Buddhist period.

Dhammagiri village lies at the base of a mountain. The large Golden Pagoda is the central theme of Dhammagiri and serves as a landmark for Igatpuri On the outskirts of the village is a “matt” (house of saints) called “Vipassana”. Igatpuri is well known as the International meditation centre of Vipassana and the largest Vipassana yoga centre.

Gangnani, about 37 kms. from Maneri, is the hot water spring at Gangnani where one can have a refreshing bath.

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Harkidoon is famous for its natural beauty and is a popular destination for trekkers.at the height of 3566m, Harkidoon is a land of unparalleled beauty in the whole district of Uttar Kashi.

Harkidoon is famous for its natural beauty and is a popular destination for trekkers. A convenient route is from Mussoorie via Yamuna bridge - Naugaon- Purola- Saur- Sankri, Taluka and Osla.

The Bhagirathi valley is most enchanting and preserves many colorful spots in its lap. Situated at a distance of 72 kms. from Uttarkashi on the main highway to Gangotri, at an elevation of 2623 metres, this sylvan hamlet is famous for its natural beauty and delicious apples.

On way to Gangotri at a distance of about 13 kms. from Uttarkashi, Maneri has lately emerged as a place of tourist interest as a result of the construction of a dam across the bhagirathi river, from where the water is fed to the turbines through an 8 kms. long tunnel at Tiloth in Uttarkashi.

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Kashipur was known as Govishan during the time of Harsha (606-647 AD). The ruins of a large settlement of those days are still seen near the city. Kashipur is named after Kashinath Adhikari, the founder of township and one of the officers of the Chand rulers of the Kumaon in the middle age. Girital and Drona Sagar are well known spots and are associated with the story of Pandvas. Today Kashipur is an important industrial township. The Chaiti mela is the best-known fair of Kashipur. In autumn and after monsoon one can see the snow clad peaks of Trishul and it's surrounding.

14 kms. away from Muni-ki-Reti at an altitude of 1,129 m lies this capital of the former king of Garhwal.Until a few years ago it was the headquarter of the District Tehri Garhwal, but now the New Tehri Town is the headquarter. Here, the palace of the Tehri Raja, is situated amidst a forest. Situated on the main Rishikesh-Gangotri-Yamunotri route, Narendra Nagar offers a fine view of the Ganga and the beautiful Doon Valley. The sun set view from here is particularly attractive. Hotels and the P.W.D. Inspection House offer accommodation.

Located 19 kms. away from Pauri at an altitude of 1700 m, Khirsu is a peaceful spot, free from pollution. The snow covered mountains of Khirsu offers a panoramic view of the central Himalayas and attracts a large number of tourists. From here one can get a clear view of many named and unnamed peaks. The tranquility of the adjoining thick Oak and Deodar forests and people orchards, is broken only by chirping of birds. The ancient temple of Ghandiyal Devta in the vicinity is well worth a visit. Accommodation is available at Tourist rest house and Forest rest house.

A small township facing the glorious snow clad pieces of Himalayas. Berinag is situated at a distance of 102 Km from Pithoragarh at an elevation of 1720 meters. Snake Temples, Tripura Devi Temple, Cave Temple of Koteshwar, Tea Gardens of Chaukori etc are places of worth seing. About one Km uphill to the south of Berinag proper in a romantic setting flanked in the north by a cluster of trees and to the further south by a ravine, is the location of the famous snake temple which is dedicated to one of several manifestations of Lord Vishnu.