Place of interest in Rishikesh

Places of intrest at Rishikesh

Triveni Ghat
It is an interesting placed to be at dawn, when people make offerings of milk to the river and feed fishes. After sunset, priests set floating lamps on the water during the Aarti Ceremony. Nearby is the Bharat Mandir, the oldest temple.
Neelkanth Mahadev
Just 32 kms from Rishikesh via Barrage and 22 kms via Ram Jhoola, this place abounds in religious fervour, mythological significance and picturesque surroundings. According to a legend, this place derived its name from Lord Shiva. It is believed that it was here that Lord Shiva consumed the venom, which emanated during the 'Samudra Manthan'. Due to this, his throat became blue in colour, thus giving Shiva the name of Neelkanth. Centuries old temples here reserve in their fold the celestial aura and legendary ambience. At 926 meters, amidst three valleys (Vishnukoot, Brahmakoot and Manikoot) and on the confluence of Madhumati and Pankaja rivers awaits Neelkanth Mahadev. Neelkanth Mahadev is 22 kms from Swargashram. A 12 kms trekkable road is surrounded by dense forests, a sight every trekker would love to behold. Accommodation is available at the Irrigation & Forest Rest Houses.
Bharat Mandir
The Bharat Mandir is the oldest temple of Rishikesh, situated near the Jhanda Chowk. Rishi Rabhya did his penance at this holy spot and the place is devoted to Lord Vishnu. A spectacular sacred Shree Yanthra is placed at the inner canopy of the temple. Bharat Mandir celebrates colourful spring festival called 'Basant Panchami'.

New Revised Date sheet of HNB Garhwal University

HNBGU New  Revised Datesheet
After Closing of strike in HNB Garhwal University. University release new examination date sheet .Below i given a link to download new exam date sheet-

Click here for New Datesheet

Char-Dham Tour start today 24 April 2012 - Uttarakhand

Char-Dham tour Start Today
Char-Dham tour in Uttarakhand open today on 24 April 2012. Shri Gangotri and Yamnotri Dham are open today at 11.00am and 11.30 am. And Shri Kedarnath and Badrinath will open on 28 April and 29 April. The Char-Dham of Uttarakhand is Very holy places. Many of peoples are come to visit these God Temples.

Total Duration of Tour-
1 Dham- 3 Days.
2 Dham- 5 Days.
3 Dham- 7 Days.
4 Dham- 9 or 10 Days.
How to Reach:-
Nearest Railway Station- Dehradun, Rishikesh, Haridwar.
Nearest Airport- Jolly Grant airport Dehradun.
Nearest Bus Station- Dehradun, Haridwar, Rishikesh.
Distance from Haridwar:-
Yamnotri-262 KM.
Gangotri-273 KM.
Kedarnath-248 KM.
Badrinath-326 KM.

Shri Kedarnath Ji Tour By Helicopter-Uttarakhand

Kedarnath Tour by Helicopter 2012
Helicopter services from Phata to Kedarnath are organized by Pawan Hans Helicopter LTD. Helicopter services are start for Char-Dham yatra in Uttarakhand as well as Mata Vaishnodevi at Kashmir. Kedarnath yatra Helicopter services are start from the place Phata to Kedarnath. And the cost is approx- 8000/- INR per Person to Round trip with all Taxes. You Start your Tour from Delhi or Haridwar. Below I write all tour itineraries.

For More detail of Helicopter Services Click to Link here.
Day 1^st – Delhi to Haridwar (Approx 210 Km and 5 Hrs Drive.). Night stay at Haridwar.
Day 2^nd – Haridwar to Rudraprayag (Approx 150 Km) Night stay at Rudraprayag.
Day 3^rd- Rudraprayag to Phata to Kedarnath and visit there shri Kedarnath Ji temple for Darshan, Pooja and after that at evening Reach to Rudraprayag (Approx.70 Km Phata) Night stay at Rudraprayag.
Day 4^th – Rudraprayag to Haridwar. Night stay at Haridwar.
Day 5^th – Haridwar to Delhi.

Udham Singh Nagar- Uttarakhand

Udham Singh Nagar
Udham Singh Nagar is one of the 13 administrative districts of Uttaranchal bounded on the north by Nainital District, on the northeast by Champawat District, on the east by Nepal, and on the south and west by Uttar Pradesh state. The district was created in October 1995 out of Nainital District, and is named after Raja Udham Singh. The administrative head quarter is located at Rudrapur. The district is situated in the Terai region, also part of Kumaon Division and it shares an international border with Nepal. Udham Singh Nagar is basically an industrial district and many industries are located here.

Places of tourist interests are: Atariya Temple, Kashipur, Chamunda Devi, Chaiti Temple, Giri Sarover.

Udham Singh Nagar at a glance
Area	3055 Square Km
Temperature	Max. 41.5 °C; Min. 8 °C
Population	12, 35,614 (2001 census)
Literacy Rate	65.76%
No. of Tehsils	7
No. of Villages	656
STD Code	05944

Jewellerys of Uttarakhand

JEWELLERY'S
Bichhuwas ( toe-rings of silver) are worn by married women whose husband are alive. Keels (Small studs) worn on the left nostril, nose ring (Naths) and ear rings made of gold and hansulis (ornament worn round the neck), chandanhar (necklaces) and necklaces consisting of colored beads or rupees or of the teeth and claws of the Panther are generally worn by women and girls. Silver amulets set with turquoise are also worn round the neck and arms. Married women wear anklets made of copper or silver. Churis (Bangles) of gold , silver or of colored glass are usually worn by women and girls. Bhotiya women wear this type of jewellery and articles made of ivory are also worn at times. Men usually wear rings and some wear gold chain round their neck.

Industries Sidcul in Uttarakhand

Industries
SIDCUL
STATE INFRASTRUCTURE & INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF UTTARAKHAND LTD
About SIDCUL
SIDCUL, a Government of Uttarakhand Enterprise, was incorporated as a Limited Company in the year 2002 with an authorised share capital of Rs. 50 Crores and Rs. 20 Crores paid up capital through Government of Uttarakhand in order to promote Industrial development in the State, provide financial assistance in the shape of debt, equity, venture capital, develop infrastructure and assist private initiative in Industry and Infrastructure and implement, manage projects and provide specialized financial, consultancy and construction and all such other activities to promote industries and develop Industrial Infrastructure in the State of Uttarakhand directly or through Special Purpose Vehicles, Joint Ventures, assisted companies etc.

The Panch Prayag- Uttarakhand

The Panch Prayag : 'Panch prayag' or the five most sacred river confluences of the Garhwal Himalayas are of immense religious importance. The five prayags are VishnuPrayag, NandPrayag, KarnaPrayag, RudraPrayag and DevPrayag, of which three are in Chamoli district.
Devprayag:
Devprayag is situated at an altitude of 475mts above sea level at the confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi River. Devprayag is situated in Tehri Garhwal district and some part of Devprayag comes under Pauri Garhwal district. Devprayag is the last prayag (confluence) of Alaknanda River and from this point the confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi River is known as Ganga. The town lies on the Rishikesh-Badrinath highway, 71kms ahead of Rishikesh.

Almora - A Picturesque District

Almora :- Almora, a picturesque district in the Kumaun region, East of Uttarakhand in India, with a unforgettable and memorable panoramic view of Himalayas, summons tourists worldwide to its alluring grandeur of natural beauty.
Famous for its rich cultural heritage, unique handicrafts, sumptuous cuisine and magnificent wildlife, coupled with an easy accessibility, Almora visit means full of fun, enjoy unforgettable experience.

Para-Gliding in Uttarakhand

Para-Gliding in Uttarakhand
Paragliding is a type of aerosport which is amongst the most popular adventure sport on the world. This thrilling aero sport allows you to soar high in the air. Paragliding has its origin in 1940s though its popularity shot only during 1980s. That makes paragliding one of the latest entrants in the list of adventure sports.
The Himalayan Mountain range of Uttarakhand offer a host of paragliding opportunities and are consider amongst some of the best in the world. The lofty mountain peaks of Uttarakhand, dense forests, lush green valleys, cradled in snow covered peaks make ideal locations for the sport of paragliding.

Pithoragarh- Centre of Four Hills

Pithoragarh:
popularly known as Soar and lying in the centre of four hills Chandak, Dhwaj, Kumdar and Thal Kedar. The district stretches in the southern flank to Jhulaghat
demarcated by the Kali River adjoining the barren peaks of Nepal Hills. It is nestled in the folds of four kots Bhatkot, Dungerkot, Udaikot and Unchakot. The district is surrounded by the national boundaries of Almora, Champawat, Bageshwar and Chamoli districts and extends over an area of 7,169 sq. Kms.

Panch Kedar in Uttarakhand

Panch Kedar
There is an interesting legend about the Panch Kedar. According to it, after the battle of Kurukshetra the Pandavas went out look for Lord Shiva to seek his blessings. But Lord eluded them since he did not wish to meet them.

When the Pandavas found out where Lord Shiva was, the Lord assumed the form of a bull. The legendary Pandava Bhima tried to pick up the bull but it sank into the earth. However, Bhima could manage to retain the hump of the bull.

Joshimath- A Hilly Station

Joshimath :
Joshimath is a popular hill station and a famous centre for pilgrimage at a height of 1,890mts above sea level in Chamoli district of Garhwal division in Uttaranchal. In ancient scriptures Joshimath is described as Kartikeyapura as it has been named after Kartikeya, the God of Katyuri kings. Joshimath is one of the four maths or monasteries established in the 8th century by Adi Guru Sri Shankaracharya. The rivers Alkananda and Dhauliganga meet at the confluence of Karmaprayag located just below Joshimath. Joshimath is the base for trekking to the famous Valley of Flowers. The best time to visit Joshimath and for the trek is from mid July till end-August. Among the important attractions of Joshimath includes a temple dedicated to Narashima, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Some other temples are dedicated to Hanuman, Gaurishankar, Ganesha, and Naudevi and Surya.

Bageshwar- A Place of Temples and Rivers

Bageshwar
Bageshwar is place of temples and rivers. Bageshwar is situated on the bank of two famous rivers Gomati and Saryu. Here most of the temples belong to the different Avatar of “Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati”, also well know as the pious land associated with Lord Sadashiva, the saviour of all sins.
Bageshwer is located in the northern parts of province of Uttarakhand.
Here you can view of Bhileshwar mountains in the East. Neeleshwar mountains in the West. Suraj Kund in the North and Agni Kund in the South.

Devprayag- A Place with great religious impotance

Devprayag:
Devprayag is situated at an altitude of 475mts above sea level at the confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi River. Devprayag is situated in Tehri Garhwal district and some part of Devprayag comes under Pauri Garhwal district. Devprayag is the last prayag (confluence) of Alaknanda River and from this point the confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi River is known as Ganga. The town lies on the Rishikesh-Badrinath highway, 71kms ahead of Rishikesh.

Hemkund Sahib- A snow lake

Hemkund Sahib :
Hemkund or the 'Snow Lake' nestles at a height of 4329 m. amidst seven snow-covered mountains, which are collectively called Hemkund Parvat. The sacred star shaped gurudwara near the lake is one of the most important Sikh pilgrim centre and is visited by large number of Sikhs and Hindus from all over the world.
It is believed that Guru Govind Singh ji, the 10^th Guru of the Sikhs meditated over here.
The Hemkund Lake is also known as Lok Pal Lake (named after Laxman temple) located on the bank of the lake. According to the Hindu mythology, a number of sages and religious teachers from the Hindu mythology, including Rishi Medhasa of the Markandeya Purana and Lakshman, the brother of Lord Ram performed penance.

Lansdowne - A Place with lovely hills

Lansdowne
Lovely Lansdowne, set at an altitude of 1,706 metres about 81 kms from Pauri is one of the quietest hill station in the country. It was very popular among the Britishers and is named after Lord Lansdowne, the Viceroy of India from 1888 to 1894. The charming resort surrounded by thick oak and pine forest is a perfect place for a peaceful holiday in the lap of mother nature. More about Lansdowne.

River Rafting at Rishikesh

White Water Rafting At Rishikesh
The challenge of violent rivers is no less than that of the rugged mountains. The icy heights of the Himalayas are the source of some of India's mighty rivers.
Situated near Rishikesh is another ideal river rafting site of Shivpuri, where there camping facilities are present along the Ganges River. The camps are well equipped with two single beds with mattresses, complete bedding, towels, etc. From the camp base one can opt for half-day rafting trip, for which no previous rafting experience is necessary.

Auli- Skiing Destination of Uttarakhand

Auli :
Auli is the most popular skiing destination of Uttaranchal state. Auli is situated in Chamoli district of Garhwal region covering elevation from 2,519mts to 3,050mts above sea level. Auli is a ‘bugyal’ which means meadow in the regional language. Auli is often compared with best ski resorts of the world y foreigners. Auli is going to host SAF winter games in the year 2010. Auli is blessed with invigorating views of the splendid mountain range, Himalayas. The slopes of Auli provide enough thrills to professional skier and novice as well.

Valley of Flowers - Uttarakhand

Valley of Flowers

Nestled in the west Himalayas, Valley of Flowers covers an area of 87.50sqkms with endemic alpine flowers. Valley of Flowers can be reached by a trek of 16km originating from Govindghat. The valley is entirely covered with blooming flowers from June to October with unique flowers. And during winters it remains covered with the blankets of snow. The Valley of Flowers is the home of over 500 species of wild flowers. The valley of flowers was declared as the national park of India in the year 1982 and it is now a world heritage site. The virgin beauty of this mystical valley has successfully lured botanists, nature lovers and adventure lovers since beginning.

Kedarnath and Badrinath Tour

Kedarnath Badrinath Yatra
Kedarnath and Badrinath are Holy Places in Uttarakhand state. Which is known as Dhams. The tour of Dham are started from April , may to Sept. , Oct. in this post i tell you about Tour itinerary of Kedarnath and Badrinath how you visit the Holy Place.

Haridwar-Place of holy rivers Ganga

Haridwar
Introduction
Haridwar is situated on the right side of the bank of the holy Ganga, and is the point where the river spreads over the northern plains. Associated with both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu, Haridwar is among the seven sacred cities of India. It is also one of the four venues for the Kumbh Mela, held in its magnitude every twelve years. Essentially a religious centre which holds promise of salvation for devotees, Haridwar is also a centre of herbal medicine, and traditional studies at Gurukul Kangri. There are many places of scenic beauty on the outskirts of the town.

Gurukul Kangri University - Haridwar Uttarakhand

Gurukul Kangri University
A centre of learning where education is imparted in the traditional Indian way. Within the precincts of the University is the Ved Mandir which houses many archaeological exhibits. Located in the religious place of Haridwar, Haridwar - Jwalapur bypass road. The Ved Mandir Museum with archaeological exhibits in display can also be seen.
GKV is one of the most noted universities for the conventional system of education that is imparted to the students till date. Swamy Shradhanand of the Arya Samaj was the founder of the Institute during the British rule in India, on March 4, 1902. At the time of its establishment, GKV had high held commitments of reviving the ancient Gurukula system of education. Over the past 106 years, the Institute observed a phenomenal growth and has also earned a good name and repute in the international education arena as well. GKV is on the list of recognized Institutes of UGC and is also a member of the AIU.

Pauri Garhwal- Uttarakhand

Pauri
District Headquarters: Pauri
Area: 5438 sq km
Total Population: 697,078
Literacy: 77.99%
History:
Through the ages, the evolution of human civilization in the Garhwal Himalayan has been parallel to the rest of Indian sub-continent. Katyuri was the first historical dynasty, which rule over unified Uttarakhand and left some important records in the form of inscriptions and temples. In later period after the downfall of Katyuri’s, it is believed that Garhwal region was fragmented in more than sixty-four principalities ruled by the Chieftain, one of the principal Chieftainship was Chandpurgarh, which was ruled by descendent of Kanakpal. In the mid of 15th century A.D. Chandpurgarh emerged as a powerful principality under the rule of Jagatpal (1455 to 1493 A.D.), who was a descendent of Kanakpal. In the fag end of 15th century Ajaypal enthroned the Chandpurgarh and succeeded in unifying and consolidating various principalities on the region with in a Kingdom and his Kingdom came to known as Garhwal.

Tehri - A hilly District in Uttarakhand

Tehri Garhwal

Tehri at a glance
District Headquarters	New Tehri
Area	4085 sq km
Population	604,747
Literacy	67.04%
Altitude	1550 mts. To 1950 mts.
Climate	Min. Temp. 40 C, Max. Temp. 300 C
Language	Garhwali, Hindi & English
Clothing	Summer – Cotton, Winter –Wollen

Lying on the southern slopes of outer Himalayas, Tehri Garhwal is on of the sacred hilly districts of Uttarakhand State. Before the creation of universe, Lord Brahma is said to have meditated on this sacred land. Muni-ki-Reti and Tapovan of the district are the places of penance for the ancient Rishis. Its hilly terrain and lack of easy communications have helped it to preserve its culture almost intact. Tehri and Garhwal are the two words combined for naming the district as Tehri Garhwal. While the prefix Tehri is the corrupted form of the word `Trihari` which signifies a place that washes away all the three types of sins, namely sins born out of thought (Mansa), word (Vacha) and deed (Karmana), the other part `Garh` means country fort. In fact during olden days possession of number of forts was considered as a significant measuring rod of the prosperity and power of their rulers. Prior to 888, the whole of the Garhwal region was divided into small `garhs` ruled by separate independent kings known as Rana, Rai or Thakur. It is said that the prince Kanakpal who hailed from Malwa visited Badrinath ji (presently in Chamoli district) where he met the then mightiest king Bhanu Pratap. King Bhanu Pratap was impressed with the prince and got his only daughter married to him and also handed over his kingdom. Gradually Kanakpal and his descendents extended their empire by conquering all the garhs. Thus up to 1803 i.e. for 915 years the whole of the Garhwal region remained under their control.

Rudraprayag - places of spiritual significance

Rudraprayag
Rudraprayag offers innate splendor, places of spiritual significance, beautiful lakes and glaciers. At Rudraprayag, you can see natural beauty in its glory. Sometime back Rudraprayag was a part of the Chamoli and Tehri districts. However, in 1997, the Kedarnath valley and parts of district Tehri & Pauri were conjoined to form Rudraprayag as a new district.
The whole expanse of Rudraprayag is exalted with enormous splendor, many destinations of religious significance and glaciers. Named after Lord Shiva’s Rudra avatar, Rudraprayag has the fortune of being the confluence of rivers Alaknanda and Mandakini and one can distinctly see the water’s shade merging from two different sources.

HNB Garhwal University Latest News

HNB Garhwal University Latest News
The HNB Garhwal University Cancel all Exam Dates from 7 April 2012. After the strike of students in university, the university cancels the dates of exam. and it will update soon by university.

For Further Clarification Pls check the university website-HNB Garhwal University.

Rajaji National Park - Uttarakhand

Rajaji National Park
Introduction
Rajaji National Park is distinct for its pristine scenic beauty and rich bio-diversity. A paradise for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts, the wildlife of the park is blessed with elephants, tigers, leopards, deers and ghorals as its best known life forms. Three sancturies in the Uttarakhand, Shivaliks - Rajaji, Motichur and Chila were amalgamated into a large protected area and named Rajaji National Park in the year 1983 after the famous freedom fighter Late Sri C. Rajgopalachari; popularly known as "Rajaji".

Patanjali Yogpeeth - Haridwar

Divya Yoga Mandir (Trust), Patanjali Yogpeeth
History
Old Building Situated In Kripalu Bagh Ashram
The Kripalu Bagh Ashram on the blessed land next to the holy Ganges, was built in 1932 by the scholarly erudite and God realized Param Pujya Swami Kripalu Dev Ji Maharaj.
Concomitant with this noble struggle, Swami Kripalu Dev Ji along with another great spiritualist Swami Shraddhanand, who was the founder of the pure and chaste Hindus traditions of the “GURUKUL KANGRI”, organized a movement of rejuvenation of pristine Indian ancient traditions and renaissance of its glorious and hoary past whereby the country, its religion and all related aspects, covered by the gathering dust of centuries neglect, were rediscovered and extolled. It was the place where the great patriots like Sh. Rash Bihari Bose had taken shelter during their operations for freedom movements.

About Garhwal & Kumaon Mandal Vikash Nigam - Uttarakhand

Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (GMVN)
A Government of Uttaranchal Enterprise.
Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (GMVN), was formed on 31st March 1976. Presently, with a share of over Rs. 10 crores and a dedicated workforce of over 1200 employees, it has more than 75 guest houses and tourist bungalows all over Garhwal.
Dehradun (Head Office)
GM (Tourism),
Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Ltd.,
74/1, Rajpur Road, Dehradun-248001.
Ph.: 91-135-2740896, 2746817, 2749308, 2748478
Fax: 91-135-2746847
Email: gmvn@gmvnl.com, gmvn@sancharnet.in
Rishikesh

AGM (Tourism),
Tourist Information Centre, Yatra Office,
Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Ltd.,
Shail Vihar, Haridwar By Pass Road,
Rishikesh - 249201.
Ph.: 91-135-2431793, 2431783, 2435174
2430799, 2432648
Fax: 91-135-2430372.
Email: yatra@gmvnl.com, yatraoffice@sancharnet.in
Website : http://www.gmvnl.com

Folk Dances of Uttarakhand

Folk Dances of Uttarakhand
According to Kumar Ghandhrva, Folk music is mother of Classical Music. It is very much true with the folk songs of this state also. The different rages are inbuilt with the different folk tunes of Garhwal, which include Pahari, Bhopali, Durga, Malkauns, Jog, Jogkauns, Bheempalasi Madmas, and many more.
The Folk lore of Uttarakhand, and indeed, the lives of the people are filled with dancing, it is as important for them as wearing cloths, a must for life. For them the Gods can be influenced by dances not to fail man. The art of dancing also owes its inspiration to the fascinating mythical dancing damsels who dwell on snow-clad peaks and are variously described as Ancheries, Kecharis or Paries.

About Latest HNB Garhwal University Date Sheet

HNB Garhwal University  Latest Date Sheet

HNB Garhwal University Changing the Time Table schedules of Exam 2011-2012 on Saturday.  After the Strike in University , It cancel the first  three days exams. So Now the exams are starts from 5 april 2012. All The exams schedule are same from 5 th april and before three days papers details are given soon by University. In which BA Paper Drawing and Sociology and B.Sc. Paper Physics and Zoology are canceled. and there dates is given by University Soon.

For More Details Check University Website HNB Garhwal Universuty
and feel free to mail me at - man.manoj52@gmail.com.

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.

Latest Recruitment Rally in Garhwal Riffles

Join Garhwal Riffles- A Life Time Opportunity 
Latest Recruitment Rally of Garhwal Riffles in Dehradun in April Month. Recruitment place is Birpur Field Dehradun. And the recruitment is organizing district wise. There are two types of recruitment organized, GD for 10^th Class passed Students and Technical for 12^th class passed students. The Total Rally Details are given below with dates –

9 April 2012- Chamoli District and Uttarkashi District.
10 April 2012-Pauri District.
11 April 2012- Dehradun and Haridwar District.
12 April 2012-Rudraprayag and Tehri District.
13 April 2012- Nursing Asst. (All District)
Note- Take your all Original Certificates in Recruitment Rally.

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.

Date Sheet of HNB Garhwal University 2011-12

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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.