Uttarkashi
The holy town of Uttarkashi is set
on the banks of river Bhagirathi at an altitude of 1158 metres, on the main
route to Gangotri. It is considered to have similar religious importance as
Kashi. The famous Vishwanath temple here is dedicated to Lord Shiva. In front
of the temple is unique Mahadev-ka-Vishal Trishul or Shiva's Great Trident,
made of eight major metals. It is believed Lord Shiva killed Vakasur with this
trident. Other important temples are dedicated to Lord Parashuram, Lord Ekadash
Rudra and Goddess Kali. It is an important stopover for pilgrims visiting
Gangotri. Uttarkashi has also emerged as an important centre for adventure
sports.
- Gangnani
- Dodi Tal
- Dayara Bugyal
Gangnani (39 kms.): It lies further
up on the way to Gangotri. There is a temple dedicated to Sage Parashar.
Visitors bathe at Rishikund near the shrine in a hot water spring.
Dodi Tal (32 kms.):The beautiful
lake in the lap of high mountains is surrounded by tall majestic oak, deodar
and rhododendron trees. The lake full of rare fishes like the Himalayan Golden
Trouts, locally called as "Dodis" is an angler's delight. The trek
for Dodi Tal starts from Kalyani, which is connected by road
Dayara Bugyal (28 kms.): Bugyal or
a "high altitude meadow" at an altitude of 3048 metres affords
awe-inspiring view of the Himalayas. There is also a small lake here.
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