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What to do and see in Chamoli, Uttarakhand: The Best Free Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Chamoli, India including Tungnath Temple, Hemkunt Sahib, Hemkund Sahib, Gurudwara Hemkund Sahib, Roopkund Lake, Temple Complex, Hemkund Lake, Auli, Joshimath.
1. Tungnath Temple
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 240 reviews
Reviewed By pawanagni - Kanpur, India
This is the highest Lord Shiva Temple, situated at 14000 mtrs. above sea level and is also known as fourth Kedar at Chopta.. The climb is steep and tiring although only 3.5 kms... but the satisfaction you get after taking darshan is very mesmerizing.. You can take horse also for reaching the temple... the priests here are very polite and not there to rob you of your pocket...Amazing views of mountains and scenery will keep you spellbound during your trek to Temple.. Sight's are truly to behold... the experience cannot be described here in words... A MUST visit for All...
2. Hemkunt Sahib
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Hemkund Sahib Yatra is famous yatra for Sikh religion. hemkund sahib is near world famous flowers park "Valley of flowers" So you can enjoy with it. Hemkund ...
3. Hemkund Sahib
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 114 reviews
Reviewed By bobbysings - Mumbai, India
My Hemkund Sahib Yatra with a local jatha in July was truly a remarkable experience. Day 1 : Mumbai - Dehradoon - Srinagar :- Yatris gathered at the Mumbai airport on the beautiful early morning of July pregnant with monsoon. Wearing the identical Tee shirts & patkas provided in the Travel Kit by the Jatha not only looked outstanding on the Yatris but also helpful to the Veers, performing distribution of breakfast kits, to identify these yatris amongst the general passengers at the waiting lounge of the Mumbai airport. The delicious breakfast served was just a start for the mouth watering food which was unfailingly served all along the yatra. The flight to Dehradoon was full , occupied majorly by the yatris. The Jaikaras by the Sangat energised the emotions in the airplane's cabin, setting the tone for the seven day spiritual journey. The logistics of the yatra was a reliable event due to dedicated Bus's / Seat's / Hotel room's numbers being handed over to yatris in advance. Greeted by mild rains on landing at Dehradoon airport, Yatris were quickly transported in waiting mini buses to a large banquet hall in Ranipokhari ,a distance of four kms from Dehradoon airport ,for lunch Langar Seva organised by the local jatha. After Lunch ,melodious kirtan presentation & felicitation of sewadars ,Yatris commenced the onward travel of 100+ kms for an overnight stay at Hotel Chhahat / River Side Resort in Srinagar over looking the beautiful Alaknanda river. The landscape during this uphill journey to Srinagar is both beautiful & enchanting, making one feel like floating in the monsoon clouds. The non stop sight & sound of the dancing river all along the journey is another event which remains etched in the memory. Arriving in evening at Hotel Chhahat in Srinagar , yatris were served piping hot langar seva of dinner ,while kirtan followed by a lucky draw was parallely being conducted. The atmosphere was full of joy, happiness and anticipation for the forward journey of the next day to Govind Ghat. After a full tummy & tiredness of bus travel the well appointed airconditioned hotel rooms were a major relief & a welcome sight to the Yatris. Day 2: Srinagar - Pipakkoti - Govind Ghat :- The day started with an amazingly elaborate 5 am breakfast / Kirtan program at Hotel Chhahat , since Yatris had to reach Pipalkoti an uphill distance of 100+ kms for brunch. At Pipalkoti brunch was mouth watering in addition to very clean toilet facilities available. Thereafter by the grace of Waheguru Ji , onward journey of 50+ kms to Govind Ghat was completed by 2 pm or so due to absence of land slides ( a common occurrence on this stretch ) & clear open gate access at Joshimath. Hotel Check in was smooth at Govind Ghat . Thereafter Yatris have a choice to visit the town of Badrinath ( 25 kms ) & be back by sunset or alternatively spend time in Govind Ghat , admiring the beauty of the striking alakhnanda river & the spiritualness at the Govind Ghat Gurudwara Sahib & there after night stay. Day 3: Govind Ghat - Ghangaria ( Govind Dham ) :- At 6.30 am after the Ardaas at the Govind Ghat Gurudwara Sahib , most of the Yatris start the onward journey to Govind Dham located in Ghangaria a distance of thirteen kms by foot. Out of the thirteen kms the first four km stretch i.e. upto Pulna is a motorable road which can be covered by shared SUV's or by foot . Horses , Palkis can be hired at Pulna for the onward journey of eight kms to Govind Dham. Yatris also have the option to fly from Govind Ghat upto Gobind Dham by a 2-3 minutes of helicopter ride. However helicopter service has weight limit of luggage & is not available during rains or fog which is quiet common feature. All the Yatris reach Govind Dham by Lunch hour & check in at the dedicated Hotels. Afternoon the day is spent at Govind Dham with kirtan, path & Langar at the Gurudwara Sahib & also enjoying , exploring the local landscape thereafter. Langar seva of excellent dinner takes place in the hotel. Day 4: Govind Dham - Hemkund Sahib Ji - Govind Dham / Govind Ghat :- This is the most important day -To reach Hemkund Sahib Ji located at 15200 feet .Yatris start the journey from Gobind Dham between 5 to 6 am for a constantly delightful steep uphill walk of six kms .Oxygen levels are lower than normal at such heights which is the reason that everyone has to start the descend by 2 pm back to Govind Dham on same day. There are Horses & Palkis available at Govind Dham for Hemkund Sahib Ji for Yatris who do not wish to walk up. On arrival at Hemkund Sahib ji be prepared to be looking at the most beautiful sight on earth - Gurudwara Hemkund Sahib Ji at the edge of the enchanting Sarovar surrounded by seven Hills. Celebrating their arrival with a dip in the super chilled waters of the sarovar , Yatris then get immersed in the melodious kirtan at Gurudwara Hemkund Sahib Ji followed by the much deserved delicious though simple langar & Tea. After darshan , Yatris start the descent & reach Govind Dham by late afternoon for a small break & then majority of Yatris start the onward journey for a night stay at Govind Ghat. Yatris who stay back at Govind Dham have to leave early morning the next day for Govind Ghat. Dinner & stay facilities are available at both Govind Dham & Govind Ghat as per Yatris real time location. Day 5:Govind Dham / Govind Ghat - Srinagar Yatris still at Govind Dham, start the journey to Govind Ghat at 5 in the morning to join the batch of Yatris already reached the previous evening , to eventually catch the Bus heading for return journey home. After a small ,but very high on religious sentiments, Nagar Kirtan followed by Aardaas at Govind Ghat, all Yatris board the buses by 11 am . Lunch break enroute to Hotel Chhahat / River Side Resort ( Srinagar ) is at Pipalkoti. Arrival at Hotel Chhahat / River Side Resort is early evening followed by lip smacking snacks , dinner & light entertainment. Day 6: Srinagar - New Delhi The day starts with a rich & impressive 5 am breakfast at Hotel Chhahat / River Side Resort. Lunch break enroute to Delhi is at astonishing Gurudwara Sahib at Rishikesh. Arrival at Bangla Sahib Gurudwara in Delhi is early evening. This journey was an life altering experience which also earned me a spiritual , meaningful & some light hearted conversations with so many of Co Yatris.
4. Gurudwara Hemkund Sahib
5. Roopkund Lake
6. Temple Complex
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Manee997 - Mumbai, India
Badrinath is one of the main Char Dham Pilgrimage place. Lord Vishu penace here under the tree of Badri. The temple is very good example of architecture. Huge rush can be seen on any day during Char Dham Yatra. The temperature during May was below 0 deg. c. So be prepared with warm clothing. Visit to this great temple is great experience.
7. Hemkund Lake
8. Auli
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 146 reviews
Auli is a Himalayan ski resort and hill station in the north Indian state of Uttarakhand. It’s surrounded by coniferous and oak forests, plus the Nanda Devi and Nar Parvat mountains.
Reviewed By Vipinthapar - New Delhi, India
Auli is a wonderful hill station which is at apprx 500 kms from Delhi.I prefer to visit this place during winters as it offers best of ski slopes and continuous ski slope of apprx 1.3 kms. One can travel from Delhi to Haridwar or Dehradun and from there one can take local buses or jeeps.This is the cheaper way of transportation and would cost around Rs 700/= to Rs 1000/= in 2019.There would be a requirement to change transport on the way as most of the buses and jeeps would not go all the way to auli. A more comfortable option is to hire a car/SUV upto Joshimath which would take apprx 10 hrs and cost Rs 7000-10,000/= .From Joshimath take another cab upto Auli which is a 14 km climb.This would cost another Rs 800/=.There is also provision of a cable car from Joshimath to Auli which takes around 20 minutes and offers a beautiful scenic view along the way. Now, for skiing, GMVN has a very well established facility at Auli with dedicated skiing courses for beginners to advanced skiing.These courses cost apprx Rs 15000 for 7 day course and apprx 37000 for 14 day course which includes ski equipment,training,accommodation and food for the duration. GMVN also has deluxe rooms which one can separately hire for Rs 4000-5000 per day.It does not snow very well every year at Auli nowadays view the global warming scenario.So ,it is very important to check from GMVN the snow condition prior to taking a skiing holiday as and not finding much snow to ski can be really disappointing.
9. Joshimath
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By dhaarnak - Gurugram (Gurgaon), India
Joshimath is a small, quaint town in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. It is a religious hub with gateways to Badrinath and Hemkund Sahib. A lot of people don't know ths, but it is where one of the four Shankaracharya's Math was founded. There is a 2500-year old tree called Kalpvriksh under which Shankaracharya was enlightened after years of meditation. Another religious site is Narasimha Temple where Lord Badrinath is brought and worshipped in winters till he is taken back. It is also a base point for many Himalayan treks like Pangarchulla, Valley of Flowers, and Kuari Pass.
