Welcome to Uttarakhand India ~ Uttarakhand Tourism

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Uttarakhand is a state in the northern part of India and was formerly known as Uttaranchal; it is also referred to as DevBhoomi i.e “Land of the Gods". Uttarakhand is known for the natural environment, pristine beauty of the Himalayas. Uttarakhand became the 27th state of the Republic of India on 9 November 2000. Dehradun is the capital of Uttarakhand and Delhi to Dehradun distance is around 250 km. Uttarakhand is mainly separated into two regions, Garhwal and Kumaon, consisting of 13 districts. Each division and each district has its own charm; a charm that will compel you to return to Uttarakhand India. 

To promote Uttarakhand Tourism details like best places to visit in Uttarakhand, Uttarakhand destinations, Uttarakhand tourism places, Uttarakhand map, Uttarakhand distance chart etc are provided. To make people aware of rich art & culture of Uttarakhand details like traditional dress of Uttarakhand, Dance of Uttarakhand, Uttarakhand language, Festivals of Uttarakhand, Food of Uttarakhand are provided.

To gives you updates regarding daily events section for Uttarakhand news is provide; other facts about state of Uttarakhand India, like Uttarakhand districts, Uttarakhand airport, Uttarakhand CM are provided and are available on website of  Uttarakhand Government.

Kumaon is believed to have been derived from "Kurmanchal", meaning land of the Kurmavatar, i.e the tortoise incarnation of Lord Vishnu. It consists of higher ranges of hills descending towards south, being succeeded by a narrow stretch of low broken country called the Bhabar and then by a gradual slope towards the great plain of Upper India, which is called the Terai. 

Kumaon or Kumaun is one of the two divisions of state of Uttarakhand India and Kumaon has its own distinct and impressive tradition, festivals, food and culture. Headquarter of Kumaon division and the High Court of Uttarakhand  is located in Nainital. Haldwani (District Nainital) is the like the entrance door to Kumaon region, Uttarakhand India. 

Haldwani is located at a key location and has a Railway station, Bus station & Taxi stand. Kathgodam which also has a Railway station, is North of Haldwani, 8 km away and is part of the twin township of Haldwani-Kathgodam. So its well connected by major Uttarakhand Destinations and plays an important role in Uttarakhand Tourism.