Celebrate New Year At These Beautiful Places In Uttarakhand

Every person passing through Uttarakhand becomes crazy about its beauty. Uttarakhand is the best place to explore nature amidst rolling hills, dense forests, snow-capped mountains and rivers. The beauty of the place is seen here on the new year. At the same time, the view here is worth seeing. Meanwhile, today we are going to tell you about the places where you can enjoy on the new year.
If you really want to end the year on a high, go to Uttarakhand. Go skiing, makes snow angels on soft snowy blankets everywhere, go hiking, breathe the smell of fresh pine trees, visit valley of flowers and maybe brush shoulders with a few hippies for those crazy parties.

Auli

Auli is a hill station located in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand state in India. It has rightly derived its name Auli - meaning meadows, from the characteristics of its topography. The hill station is located on slopes and has far stretching meadows that look stunning to the eyes. Auli is fondly referred to as a place where nature comes alive in all its glory and splendour. It is rich in natural resources and offers a stunning landscape of the surrounding hills.

Chandrashila Trek With Chopta and Tungnath in Uttarakhand

The holy Tungnath temple is situated at 3400 m above sea level and is the right space to experience peace of mind and even indulge in meditation to rejuvenate yourself by absorbing the pure radiance from the sun coming in between the swaying trees. Chandrashila Summit trek gives you the opportunity to view Kedar, Chaukhamba and some of the other major peaks as they come closer to you while you are on the top portion of Chandrashila. Golden-breasted eagles too are a normal sight from the summit.This Chandrashila Trek is comparatively easy making it suitable for beginners and also for children. Normal fitness is necessary for the Chandrashila trek and those who love nature deeply would get a feast for their eyes with this one. While you take this trekking expedition, you will be walking for 6-7 hours on an average every day but it will be really soothing for your body and mind, truly.

Lansdowne

For experiencing the unspoiled beauty of a lesser-known hill station, visit Lansdowne which is one of the best places to visit in Uttarakhand in December. Surrounded by scenic hills, this charming place is perfect for enjoying various adventurous activities and even moments of complete bliss amid natural surroundings. If you enjoy bird watching, get ready to discover over 600 species of birds that migrate to Lansdowne each year. It is truly a heaven for trekkers providing innumerable trekking opportunities covering a few hours to even a few days.

Rishikesh

Rishikesh is a tehsil located in Uttarakhand’s Tehri Garhwal region right on the banks of the holiest of Indian rivers, the Ganges. This ancient city has several mythological and religious legends associated with Lord Vishnu, Lord Bharat, and various prominent sages and is said to have been established in the 9th-century AD by Adi Shankaracharya.
The scenic beauty of Rishikesh is due to its location at the foothills of the lofty Garhwal Himalayas is accentuated by the mighty Ganges cutting right through the city. The picturesque city looks suspended between the stunning riverside promenades, acres of forests, lush mountains, and clear blue skies lending it a surreal appearance.

Dhanaulti

Dhanaulti is one of the best places to visit in December in Uttarakhand if you would like to bypass the popular hill station of Mussoorie situated only 60 km away. For a peaceful getaway and to watch the first snowfall of the season, do visit Dhanaulti during the winter months. Nestled among dense woodlands of Oaks, Deodars, and Rhododendrons, you get to marvel at magnificent views of the Himalayas and simply relax in the lap of nature. It’s also the base point of numerous treks. You can trek through the alpine forests to reach Kunjapuri, Surkanda Devi, and Chandrabadni. Some of the interesting places to visit in Dhanaulti include Dhanaulti Eco Park, Klaudia Forest, and Surkanda Devi Temple.

Chakrata
Mystical and charming, the beautiful hill station of Chakrata surrounded by the pristine mountains is a haven for trekkers and offers a serene delight away from the clutter of city life. Situated 90 km from Dehradun, Chakrata is home to some of the most magnificent waterfalls, caves, and ancient temples. Mundali, situated close to Chakrata, offers skiers the opportunity to slide on the slopes during the winter months.

Bhimtal

If you would like to explore an offbeat destination, plan a trip to Bhimtal, one of the best places in Uttarakhand in December. This idyllic and less crowded hill station is surrounded by dense woods of pine, oaks, and shrubs. Spend your mornings bird watching, exploring the scenic surroundings, or with a boat ride at Bhimtal Lake. Adventurists and explorers can even trek to Garg Parvat, the source of River Gargi.