Famous Mountains in Uttarakhand

Famous Mountains
Abi Gamin :–
Abi Gamin is a Himalayan mountain peak situated in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand state in India, 2 km (1.2 mi) northeast of Kamet. It lies on the northern border of Chamoli district, where India meets Tibet.Abi Gamin is located in the central Himalayas and at the culminating point of the Zaskar Range. It is situated on the watershed of the upper Alaknanda and Dhauli rivers between the famous Manna and Niti passes on the Indo-Tibetan border.
Abi Gamin is the second highest peak in the immediate region, after Kamet. It is also one of the fifteen seven thousand metre peaks of Uttarakhand, and as such it is a significant peak. However it is not particularly independent, lying as it does close to the higher peak of Kamet, and separated from it by the high saddle known as 23,419 ft.
Bandarpoonch :–
Bandarpoonch is an exquisite peak in the Western Himalayas of North India. It stands at the western edge of the High Himalayan Range where it turns northwest at an altitude of 20,720’ (6316 m.) and is easily accessible with a scenic three-day hike.
The Southwest ridge offers a route of moderate difficulty with little technical climbing. There is of course significant exposure. It has been attempted twice from the southwest.
Chaukhamba :–
Chaukhamba is a mountain massif in the Gangotri Group of the Garhwal Himalaya. Its main summit, Chaukhamba is the highest peak in the group. It lies at the head of the Gangotri Glacier and forms the eastern anchor of the group. It is located in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand, west of the Hindu holy town of Badrinath. Chaukamba has four summits, along a northeast-southwest trending ridge, and ranging in elevation from 23,419 ft to 22,487 ft.

Culture History of Uttarakhand

Cultural History of Uttarakhand :–
Cultural History of Uttarakhand is an out-come of many years of keen observation of the linguistic and cultural phenomena of the whole Himalayan region, right from Ladakh in the west to Bhutan in the east and an intensive study of ancient Indian literature and of the historical incidents that have taken place in these Central Himalayan regions, particularly in the land termed as Uttarakhand. The history and culture of the inhabitants of Uttarakhand, including various ancient and modern tribes and races, right from Tons and Yamuna in the west to Mahakali/Sarada in the east, and from Bhotantic Himalayan regions in the north to Tarai-Bhabar area in the south, considered to be a ‘Cultural Area’ of Uttarakhand, have been taken into account for this study, in which an effort has been made to unfold various layers of the history of this land in a comprehensive way. As such, this volume on the Cultural History of Uttarakhand is supposed to provide a rare opportunity to students, as well as to readers in general, to have an intimate knowledge of various aspects of the cultural history of various tribes and races inhabiting Uttarakhand from pre-historic periods.The beautiful state of Uttarakhand, specially the region of Kumaon hills is rich in folk and the various folk tales.

Folk Music Of Uttarakhand

Music
The term Uttarakhand music is used to denote folk,religious and contemporary music from both kumaon and garhwal regions of Uttarakhand. The term Uttarakhand music is also used to denote the unique experience of the faithful who enjoy the traditional chalariya dance or hum to the latest musical numbers .
The hills of himalayas have inspired generations of singers and musicians throughout the ages. The natural beauty of the mountains that inspires a deep spirituality, and the values of life have resulted in Uttarakhandi music having a mix of lyrical texture and reprsentying the social,cultural ethos of the place. The traditional forms of Himalayan music have deeply popular. This has been especially true of the Pahari penchant for folksy values, biting humour, raw honesty, loving devotion, and soaring spirits that shines through each of the Uttarakhand songs.The Uttarakhand Himalayas have inspired generations of singers, balladeers, and musicians throughout the ages. Both the natural beauty of the mountains that inspires a deep spirituality, and the harshness of life that darkens the heart with adversity and anguish.Indeed, in face of other homogenizing trends in India, Uttarakhandi music has distinguished itself in retaining its cultural uniqueness and vibrant sound, while remaining popular among the masses.
If the music and dance styles of any region are profuse, it automatically emphasizes the rich cultural heritage. The culture of Uttarakhand is an illustrious example of this trend. Music is integrated to every nook of Uttarakand society. The aura of this mountainous region is such that it had inspired musicians to compose wonderful tunes. Mighty streams of rivers, lushness of the pine forests, rugged mountain peaks, celestial beauties of hill stations-all these became themes of numerous musicals composition. The folk music primarily is related to the various festivals, religious traditions, folk stories and simple life of the people of Uttarakhand. The music of Kumaon and garhwal region is a medley of fine tunes and lyrics. Content is spiritual and it depicts conundrum of the socio- cultural scenario of the state.

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Delicious food of uttarakhand

Kind's of Food
The Uttarakhand cuisine is appealing that it coerces you to visit that destination. As the people belong to the hilly region their food is very nutritious and suits the energy requirements as well as the cold region. It is traditionally cooked over wood fire and served with lots of love and affection.
The culture of Uttarakhand has maintained a good standard of culinary system. Uttarakhandis have developed tastes for all types of vegetarian meals. Vegetables namely cabbage, spinach, green grams, peas are highly nutritious. Uttarakhandis also consume fruits like orange, manago, peach, lichis, guavas, which in the long run help them to stay healthy.The raw ingredients are mostly available at any local Indian grocery shops. Aalu ka gutke, Kaapa, Paalak Tinri ,Gaderi ke gutke are some of the specialities of the Uttarakhandis. These items are not only sumptuous but also take minimum time for cooking. To add flavors to the Uttarakhandi meals, raitas and chutneys are voluptuously savored. Khire ka raita, Nebu mooli ka raita, Daarim ki khatai , Aam ka fajitha are worth mentioning.For every festivals and special occasions , the people of Uttarakhand put lot of efforts to prepare some tasty food dishes. Singal, Pua, Maal Pua , Besan Bhadela are the delicacies of the Uttarakhand cuisine, which the people all over the world deplete in great delight.

History of Uttarakhand

History of Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand an ancient Pauranic term for the central stretch of the Indian Himalayas especially the northern Himalaya. Its peaks and valleys were well known in ancient times as the abode of gods and goddesses and source of the Ganga River. Today, it is often called "the Land of the Gods" (Dev Bhoomi) because of the presence of a multitude of Hindu pilgrimage spots. The Pauravas, Kushanas, Kunindas, Guptas, Katyuris, Palas, the Chands, and Parmars or Panwars and the BritisH have ruled Uttarakhand in turns.
The region was originally settled by KOLS (a tribe) which were lately joined by KHAS (a tribe who were originally from Kashmir & Bhutan) by the Vedic period. It is believed that Sage Vyasa scripted the Mahabharata here as the Pandavas are believed to have traveled and camped in the region. The first major dynasties of Garhwal and Kumaon were the Kunindas in the 2nd century B.C. In the 4th Century Kunindas gave a way to NAGA dynasties. Between the 7th and 14th centuries the “Katyuri dynasties of KHAS origin dominated lands of varying extent from the Katyur valley in Kumaun (Vaijnath). Other peoples of the Tibeto-Burman group known as Kiratas are thought to have settled in the northern highlands as well as in pockets throughout the region, and believed to be the ancestors to the modern day Bhotiya, Raji, Buksha, and Tharu peoples.

Fascinating Hill Station: - Nainital.

Fascinating Hill Station: - Nainital.

Nainital is one of the best Summer Vacation Destination in India. Nainital, at an elevation of 1938m, is a beautiful hill station in the state of Uttarakhand. Here is picturesque lake, green hills, beautiful attractions, comfortable accommodation and convenient location in north India are the reason for people opting for Summer Vacation in Nainital.

Attractions in Nainital –

The Lakes:-

Begin your dream Vacation in Nainital with a boat ride on the Naini Lake. You can take a sailing boat, rowing boat or a motorboat, pick from the multiple options. There are other scenic lakes in Nainital, as well famous as picnic sites, like, Bhimtal, Sattal, Naukuchital, and Khurpatal. These Places also offer boating provisions.

The Mall Road

Stroll on the Mall Road or gaze at all the public activities at the Flats. Beautiful, Vibrant and full of life, this street is the main shopping hub as well as delightful spot for vacationers to enjoy, where at the night, with the chill in air, you can enjoy a clod ice cream scoop with your partner at the lake side while gazing at the well illuminated central plaza.

The Temples and Other Attractions

Visit the Naina Devi Temple, Hanumangarhi. St. John-in-the-Wilderness Church, Raj Bhawan. Nainital admiring the panoramic views from the Naina peak, Dorothy seat or Tiffin top, Lands End or take a cable car to the snow view to get an exalted view of the snowcapped mountains. You can Also plan excursions to places like Bhowali, Jeolikot, Ramgarh, Gohrakhal, Almora, Ranikhet, Ramgarh and Mukteshwar to continue with the excitement.

Adventures in Nainital

For an added fun and adventures besides the thrill and excitement of the Vacation in Nainital, undertake the adventure sports. Nainital has facilities for horse riding, boating, yachting, angling, hiking, trekking, rock climbing and mountain climbing. You can also enjoy a trolley ride through ropes on the mountain peaks.

Shopping in Nainital

The Most exciting part of Vacation in Nainital is shopping for woolens, perfumed candles, woodcraft and local handicraft, which make for perfect souvenirs and gift items. The main areas for shopping on Vacation in Nainital are the Bhotia Bazaar, Main market, the Mall road, Mallital Bazaar and tallital Bazaar. So catch up on every interesting that the lovely destination has to offer on your vacation in Nainital and have a memorable Vacation.

IIT Roorkee - Uttarakhand

IIT Roorkee
Vision
To be the fountainhead of new ideas and innovations in science and technology and continue to be a source of pride for all Indians
Mission
To create an environment that shall foster the growth of intellectually capable, innovative and entrepreneurial professionals, who shall contribute to the growth of Science and Technology in partnership with industry and develop and harness it for the welfare of the nation and mankind.
Core Values
Academic integrity and accountability
Respect and tolerance for the views of every individual
Attention to issues of national relevance as well as of global concern
Holistic understanding, including knowledge of the human sciences
Appreciation of intellectual excellence and creativity
An unfettered spirit of learning exploration, rationality and enterprise
Sensitivity to social responsibilities

Dev Shanskirti Vishwavidhyalay - Haridwar

Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya
Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya Haridwar is situated on the banks of Holy river Ganges, under the shadow of sacred Himalayan region in district Dehradun. It is seven km from railway station on the main road on Delhi Niti Pass Highway.
It has a sprawling campus of 82 acres area.Established by the act of Uttarnchal Goverment 04, 2002, Dehradun on 11th april 2002.
The University is Duly recognized by the University Grants Commision(UGC).
Sri Vedmata Gayatri Trust, a charitable Spiritual body at Shantikunj Haridwar (head quarter of Gayatri Pariwar) is taking care of all the expenses of this university.
It is fully Residential with provision for accomodation for about 750 students.
The concept of Time Donation 'Samaydaan' is behind the functioning of this university.

Vision
Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya has been established to meet the pressing need to impart Quality education with Scientific Spirituality and life style. A new thought and Culture is taking place of Ethical, Moral and Spiritual Transformation of Youth through DSVV.
The Campus is High-tech in every aspect and latest Teaching Technologies are used by the teachers to impart Quality Education in Theory as well as Practical Sessions.

Dehradun - The Capital of Uttarakhand

Uttrakhand - Dehradun-
Climate: Summer 33°C (max)
Winter 4°C (min)
Best time to visit: November and March
Dehradun is the capital city of the state of Uttrakhand located in Doon Velly 230 kilometers north of India's capital New Delhi covered area of 37.17 km. Dehradun located at an attitude of 695 meters with population of 270, 159. Dehra is a camp and Doon stands for a term used for a river valley between a smaller areas and the main Himalayas, and the present town of Dehradun was founded in the early eighteenth century by 'Guru Ram Rai', the elder son of seventh Sikh Guru, Guru Har Rai, who came here in 1675, and first settled village is Dhamawala which is now famous for annual 'Jhanda Fair' on the fifth day after Holi. Thus the name originate from Dera or settlement in the valley and marking this settlement is a Gurudwara called 'Guru Ram Rai Darbar', built in 1699 and modelled on the tomb of Mughal Emperor Jehangir.

Geography : The district is surrounded by the Himalayas in the north, Shivalik Hills in the south, the river Ganga in the east, and the river Yamuna in the west. The water divide of Ganga and Yamuna passes through the city. Haridwar, Rishikesh, Roorkee, Mussoorie and Saharanpur are the neighboring cities of Dehradun.
Durbar Shri Guru Ram Rai:
This place is develoed by Sixth Guru Shri Guru Ram Rai Ji.This Sikh site is also related to the history of Dehradun. Guru Ram Singh pitched his tents in this place after being ordered out of the country by Aurangzeb, the mughul emperor.

Shri Badrinath Ji - A Very Holy Place in India

Shri Badrinath Ji
Badrinath is one of the holy towns of the Hindus located at Chamoli district of Uttarakhand in India. It is the most important of all the four dhams in India. The town of Badrinath lies between Nar and Naryana mountain ranges and in the shadow of Nilkantha peak, 301 km north of Rishikesh. The town is located at an elevation of 3,133mts above sea level on the left bank of Alakananda River.

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Uttarakhand state Ayurvedic Collage, Haridwar.

Rishikul State Ayurvedic College, Haridwar
Rishikul State Ayurvedic College, Haridwar popularly known as Rishikul Ayurvedic College was established in 1919 by Mahamana Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya Ji, a renewed personality of India. The College was previously a part of the registered society 'Rishikul Brahamcharya Ashram Haridwar' which was established in 1906 by Pandit Malya Ji to upgrade and save the Hindu Culture basically Sanskrit, Veda, Astrology, Ayurveda etc. The Ayruved College of this society was provincilized by the state Government on 10th Oct, 1974.

Rishikesh..a Travelers delight.

Rishikesh
Located on the banks of the sacred Ganga River, Rishikesh attracts thousands of pilgrims every day from India as well as abroad. There are several ancient temples and ashrams in Rishikesh which are associated with our mythological and historical background. A dip in the holy water of Ganges flowing from the river beaches of Rishikesh is capable of washing all the sins of a person. Rishikesh is also popular because it acts as the starting point for salvation trip to the "Char Dham" pilgrimage which includes Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri.

Chamoli- Place of interest

Badrinath
One of the most important pilgrim centres of the country is a part of sacred 'Char Dhams' of the State. It is flanked by Nar and Narayan mountains, while the Neelkanth Peak forms a splendid backdrop.The Shri Badrinathji temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu was established by Adi Shankaracharya and later built by the rulers of Garhwal about two centuries ago. It can be divided into three partsthe Garbha, the Darshan Mandap and Sabha Mandap. The principal idol carved out of black stone represents meditating Lord Vishnu.

Uttarakhand- Adventure and thrill amidst Beauty

Uttarakhand: - Adventure and Thrill amidst Beauty
Uttarakhand has something unique to offer in its intrinsic style. The Himalayan state has an abundance of natural beauty and is the birth place of many holy rivers. The region is a treat to all types of holidays-maker. Adventure enthusiasts can get their adrenaline pumping skiing deep down steep snowy slopes or going rafting in the rapids of the many rivers. One will be tempted to define beauty in a new way after experiencing Uttarakhand. No wonder, it was compared to Switzerland by Mahatma Gandhi.

Famous rivers in Uttarakhand

Famous Rivers
Alaknanda
The Alaknanda rises at the confluence and feet of the Satopanth and Bhagirath Kharak glaciers in Uttarakhand. It meets the Bhagirathi river at Devprayag after flowing for approx. 229 km through the Alaknanda valley. Its main tributaries are the Mandakini, Nandakini, and Pindar rivers. The Alaknanda system drains parts of Chamoli, Tehri, and Pauri districts.

Technical Collages in Uttarakhand

College of Engineering Roorkee
The College of Engineering Roorkee (COER) is private engineering college in Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India. Since 2007 the college has also introduced civil engineering courses bringing the total to seven. Though the affiliation of the college has changed from time to time, it has remained one of the top and prestigious institutions of that university. Before being affiliated to UAtech it was affiliated to UPTech University. college of engineering roorkee has a very lash green campus on the NH-58.

Government Department of Uttarakhand

Government Departments of Uttrakhand
EXECUTIVE
Finance Department, Uttarakhand
Planning Department, Uttarakhand
Police Department, Uttarakhand
Rural Development Department, Uttarakhand
Technical Education Department, Uttarakhand
Trade Tax Department, Uttarakhand
Boards

Living Style of Uttarakhand

Living Styles
Uttarakhand society is a heterogeneous mixture of the various ethnic groups from the Kumaon and Garhwal regions. Most of the people belonging to theUttarakhand society are heterodox Hindus and Buddhists; while we also come across a number of Sikhs, who have migrated from West Punjab and settled in Uttarakhand since 1947.

Wild Life Sanctuaries In Uttarakhand

Wild Life Sanctuaries
Corbett National Park
This national park is named after Jim Corbett, one of the greatest hunter and naturalist. He is famous for hunting down the man-eating tiger of Rudraprayag and many others. The park is situated in Pauri Garhwal in the Patlidun Valley surrounded with many mountains. The park is covered with forest and wildlife with sal, semal and kachnar trees. The river Ram Ganga flows here. Some of the animals in this park are Elephant, Tiger, Panther, Bear, Sambhar. The nearest railroad is Ram Nagar.

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Char-Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand

Char-Dham Yatra held in uttarakhand every year. Name of Dhams are Yamnotri, Gangorti, Kedarnath and Badrinath. Best time for Visit it, is April to June. There are many Peoples come to visit Goddess temples.the char- dham Yatra Opening date is 24 April 2012 in this year. And the closing date of Yatra is Nov.

Tradition of Uttarakhand

Tradition of Uttarakhand


Uttarakhand is one of most beautiful and enchanting region located in the northern part of  India on the valley of Himalayas.

our Tradition

Famous Spots of Uttarakhand

Famous Spots & Hill Stations
The major tourist destinations at Uttarakhand are Badrinath, Kausani, Kumaon, Auli, Rishikesh, Kedarnath, Pantnagar and Chamba. Uttarakhand is a storehouse of a number of interesting tourist spots that include the sacred pilgrimage spots, wildlife sanctuary and bewitching hill stations. Tourist destinations abound in Uttarakhand, largely because of its scenic and religious significance. Almost every thing in this natural paradise has something unique in store for the tourists. Its mountainous landscape, lush green valleys, rivers, dense forests. Some of the famous tourist attractions in Uttarakhand are:

Gods and Goddesses Of Uttarakhand

Gods and Goddesses Of Uttarakhand
In spite of being worshippers of Lord Shiva and Shakti, the people of Kumaon have a rich tradition of folk deity worship. Each folk god has a separate story attached to his name and each one is remembered through some peak, temple or jagar (a form of ritual folk poem). It is believed that Kumaon once had a tradition of Yaksha worship. The presence of ‘Naga’ or snake worship is an indication of the reverence given to the brave. Besides worshipping the usual gods and goddesses associated with Hinduism, the people of Kumaon have also worshipped Kul Devatas (family gods), Gram Devatas (village gods), Naga Devatas (snake gods), Bhumi Devatas (land gods) and Veers (the brave heroes).

The following are the important folk gods & goddesses of Kumaon: 

Famous Fairs and Festivals Of Uttarakhand

Famous Fairs and Festivals Of Uttarakhand
The fairs and folk festivals of Uttarakhand are very colourful and distinctive, and are the blend of various natural, social and cultural factors. The people of Uttarakhand also celebrate all the major Indian festivals. The religious, social and cultural urges of the people of Uttarakhand find an expression in various fairs, which are in turn closely linked to the economic activities of the region. Various folk songs and dances have been kept alive because of these fairs. In older times, when means of transport were not so good these fairs were an opportunity for friends and relatives to meet regularly. Inspite of all the changes in our society, the tradition of fairs has been kept up by the people.

Uttarakhand At a Glance

Introduction:
The present state of Uttarakhand was earlier a part of the United Province of Agra and Awadh. In January 1950, the United Province was renamed as Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand was remained a part of Uttar Pradesh.

Uttarakhand is a state located in the northern part of India. It was established on 9 November 2000, becoming the 27th state of the Republic of India. It has the north side China (Tibet) border, Nepal on the east and Uttar Pradesh is on the south, on the west Haryana and Himachal Pradesh to the north west.
In January 2007, the name of the state was officially changed from Uttaranchal to Uttarakhand.
Uttarakhanda is a Sanskrit term that is “Uttara” means North, and “Khand” means Part .
Uttarakhand mostly noticed by the name of “Ganga River” and most famous and visited place “Char Dhams”, the four most revered Hindu temples: Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri.
Today, it is often called "the Land of the Gods" (Dev Bhoomi) because of the presence of a multitude of Hindu pilgrimage spots.