Excursions

One of the prettiest villages in Kalsi is Katta Pathar, which obtained its strange name from an iron mine, which is now in an extinct state. Tranquil trails and natural colour of a rusty village life is the predominant feature of this typical hamlet. One can stroll down the promenade while enjoying the beauty of a splendid landscape.

The place is incredibly breathtaking and people can even take a trail run in the pathways of Katta Pathar village. People taking a trip to Kalsi should definitely take a trip to Katta Pathar where they can spend an enjoying time.

Situated at the confluence of River Gori and River Koli. Jauljibi is 61 kms from Pithoragarh. During the autumn season, Jaulijibi pulsates with an important trade fair which is an indication of the cultural and commercial prosperity of the region.

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Ascenic place on the banks of the sacred Ganges, Tapovan holds a significant impact in the religious spectrum of Dehradun. The popular belief is that this is the place, where Dronachrya had undergone his penance. Now, this place is full of Sadhus and sages who believes that atonements and penance are the only way to appease the almighty.

The charming site is known for the Varahi temple, where a unique tradition of Bagwal (organised stone throwing between two groups) is practiced on Raksha Bandhan. Jim Corbett's tale 'Temple Tiger' is associated with the Devidhura temples. It is also an excellent site for trekking.

It is 56 kms from Champawat and is famous for the Swami Vivekanand Ashram on the banks of the beautiful Shyamlatal lake. The blue waters of the lake sprawl over an area of 1.5 sq. kms There are also some ruins dating back to early Chand rulers and some of them are even associated with the legendary Pandavas. The Jhula fair held here is also very popular.

It is situated 39kms from Chopta at an elevation of 1,500mts above sea level. Gopeshwar is the headquarters of Chamoli district of Uttarakhand state.

Merely 44 km from Chamba, the former capital of Tehri state, Narendra Nagar stands with its charming endeavor to attract tourists. It is an extremely beautiful town with magnificent scenic vistas. The popular palace of Maharaja Narendra Shah and the famous Anand Spa, a super luxury spa resort in the Himalayas, are also located nearby.

The newly established township is the district headquater of Tehri Garhwal. It is situated at an elevation between 1550 to 1950 m above sea level. A modern and well planned town, only 11 km from Chamba & 24 km from Old Tehri, it overlooks a massive artificial lake and a Dam. It will soon become an important centre of attraction on the completion of the dam.
The New Tehri town is credited with being the first planned hill town in India. It was established to rehabilitate the villages that were submerged due to the construction of Tehri Dam.

Past Kempty falls, 75 kms on the Mussoorie-Yamnotri road lies Lakhamandal, having a historical as well as mythological significance. It figures prominently in the annals of Mahabharata. Legend has it that the Kaurvas made a shelter house and conspired to burn the Pandavas alive here. Lakhmandal is situated on the bank of Yamuna at a distance of 35 kms. From Chakrata and 128 kms. from Dehra Dun. To the antiquarian it provides considerable material of interest. It contains temples dedicated to Diva, The five pandava brothers, Parasuram and Kedar.