Uttarkashi
is situated at a distance of 145 kms. from Rishikesh
and at an elevation of 1158 mts. on
the bank of river Bhagirathi, this picturesque
town acquires importance because of the very significant
pilgrimage-centres :
Gangotri, Yamunotri.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Altitute :
1158 mts.
Climate : Cold
in winters, pleasant in summers
Season :
Round the year.
Clothing : Summer
Cotton : or light Woollen
Winter :
Heavy Woollen
Languages : Garhwali,
Hindi and English
PILGRIMAGE
Gangotri
Yamunotri
ADVENTURE
Gangotri trek
Uttarkashi Trek
NATURE
Dokriani
Govind Wild Life Sanctury
Gangotri
FAIR & FESTIVAL
Magh Mela
ACCESSIBILITY
Air : Nearest
airport Jollygrant, 162 kms.
Rail : Nearest
railway station is Rishikesh, 145 kms.
Road : Uttarkashi
is well connected by motor able road to Dehradun, Rishikesh,
Haridwar and other major towns of the state and region.
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