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Take the scenic route · Uttarakhand

Uttarkashi

Gangotri, Yamunotri, Gaumukh, Harsil, Dayara Bugyal, Dodital

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Uttarkashi District Guide

Uttarkashi district is in Garhwal division of Uttarakhand, with headquarters at Uttarkashi. Trusted district guide coverage includes Gangotri, Yamunotri, Gaumukh, Harsil, Dayara Bugyal, Dodital.

Identity

Gangotri, Yamunotri, Gaumukh, Harsil, Dayara Bugyal, Dodital

Uttarkashi district is in Garhwal division of Uttarakhand, with headquarters at Uttarkashi. Trusted district guide coverage includes Gangotri, Yamunotri, Gaumukh, Harsil, Dayara Bugyal, Dodital.

Culture

Pilgrimage, nature and local culture

Uttarkashi combines district temples, local markets, seasonal fairs, nature routes and Garhwal culture.

Travel Planning

Season and route awareness

March to June and September to November are generally best; check Char Dham and high route status.

LEAVE ROOM FOR A DETOUR

The places you’ll remember.

Gangotri Dham in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand
Religious / Heritage

Gangotri Dham

Gangotri Dham is a verified major visitor place connected with Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand.

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Yamunotri Dham in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand
Religious / Heritage

Yamunotri Dham

Yamunotri Dham is a verified major visitor place connected with Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand.

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Gaumukh and Gangotri Glacier in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand
Religious / Heritage

Gaumukh and Gangotri Glacier

Gaumukh and Gangotri Glacier is a verified major visitor place connected with Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand.

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Harsil valley in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand
Hill Station

Harsil and Dharali Valley

Harsil and Dharali Valley is a verified major visitor place connected with Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand.

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Dayara Bugyal in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand
Adventure / Trek

Dayara Bugyal

Dayara Bugyal is a verified major visitor place connected with Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand.

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Dodital lake in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand
Important Place

Dodital

Dodital is a verified major visitor place connected with Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand.

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Local Food

Uttarkashi food coverage includes local Uttarakhand thali, mandua roti, dal, rice, seasonal vegetables, tea snacks and pilgrim or market meals.

District towns and homestays

Local Thali

Traditional thali with rice, roti, dal, vegetables and chutneys.

Village kitchens and dhabas

Mandua Roti and Dal

Finger millet roti with gahat, bhatt, rajma or mixed dal.

Markets and festive meals

Jhangora Kheer and Sweets

Jhangora kheer, arsa, bal mithai, singori or other local sweets.

Bus stands and temple routes

Tea and Route Snacks

Tea, pakora, aloo dishes and simple vegetarian route meals.

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A LITTLE PLANNING GOES A LONG WAY

Before you set off.

March to June and September to November are generally best; check Char Dham and high route status.

March to June · 18-30 C

Spring and Summer

Good for sightseeing, temples, hill walks and family travel.

July to September · 18-27 C

Monsoon

Green season, but landslides, slippery trails and road delays are possible.

October to November · 12-24 C

Autumn

Clear views and comfortable post-monsoon travel window.

December to February · 5-18 C

Winter

Cold season; high routes may have snow and shrine closures.

By Road and Bus

Main routes

    By Rail

    Nearest railheads

      By Air

      Nearest airport