Uttarakhand is an Indian hilly state, also known as Devbhoomi Uttarakhand. Thousands of visitors come here every year to see its beauty. Chamoli is a hilly district in the Garhwal region where the Himalayas is located.
Chamoli Regency is famous for the Sacred pilgrimage site that is Badrinath Temple (one of the Dham Uttarakhand Char), Hemkund Sahib, Rudranath, etc.
There are many other tourist destinations, temples, and other beautiful places to visit in Chamoli, where every year thousands of visitors come every year to enjoy the beauty of Uttarakhand.
The Government of Uttarakhand is trying to promote Uttarakhand Tourism by building infrastructures like Char Dham and an all-weather highway for better transportation and travel. You should also visit our article on the best time to visit Nainital, Uttarakhand.
Below are some popular and best tourist attractions to visit in Chamoli Garhwal, Uttarakhand. Where you can enjoy the beauty of nature with your family, a group of friends, and solo. Many popular goals there to visit. So let’s look at places in the Chamoli where you can visit.
The Best Places to Visit in Chamoli Uttarakhand:
Below are some best and beautiful locations where you can visit if you are planning to visit Chamoli in any season. But we will recommend visiting in winters to see the real beauty of snowy mountains and peaks you will enjoy more.
1. Badrinath:
Badrinath is one of the Holy Temples and the most important pilgrims in the country, which is part of the “Dham Char” of the Holy Uttarakhand. Flanked by two holy mountains Nar and Narayan and the peak of Neelkanth formed a beautiful background.
2. Hemkund Sahib:
Hemkund is the Scripture Scripture site of the Sikh located in Chamoli Regency near the Valley of the Flower. Hemkund Sahib is also known as the snow lake located at a height of 4329m above sea level.
3. Valley Of Flowers:
Frank Smythe and R.L. Holdsworth in the 1930s. Valley flower is one of the best places to visit in Chamoli where you can see the real beauty of nature. The trip to the Valley of the flower is as beautiful as you have ever seen. This is one of the most visited tracks in Chamoli.
4. Auli City:
Auli is the best and most visited place in Chamoli, where thousands of tourists and visitors come every year and enjoy the snow and winter games here. This place is only 12 km from Joshimath.
Auli is the perfect destination for a honeymoon, winter games (skiing, etc.), and ropeway. This is the perfect winter destination for solo people, group friends, and family.
5. Joshimath:
Joshimath is another best winter destination in the Chamoli district which is just only 12 km down from Auli hill station. It is famous for the Jyoti Rath temple which is why the city is named Joshimath.
This is a base for a trip to the flower valley. Joshimath becomes crowded when the winter season and snowfall happens all over the area including Joshimath and Auli and thousands of visitors and travelers visit here during the peak season which is in December to February.
6. Karanprayag:
Karanprayag is a small valley town near the junction of the Alaknanda and Dhauli rivers. A hilly town in Chamoli district. The nearest town to Karanprayag is Gauchar which lies on NH58. Karan Prayag was named after the Great Karna because of Mahabharat.
It was said that because of meditating here for years near the intersection of the two holy rivers of Alaknanda and Dhauli Ganga. This is a small town that is also famous for Uma Devi temples which you can visit.
7. Gopeshwar:
Gopeshwar is the Headquarters of the Chamoli District of Uttarakhand. The place in Chamoli is famous for Gopinath temples in Gopeshwar, where hundreds of visitors come every week.
The temple was built by King Sagar and dedicated to God Shiva. This is a beautiful place near Chamoli where you can also go if you plan to visit Chamoli, Uttarakhand.
8. Vasudhara Falls:
Vasudhara is a pristine fall in Chamoli having pilgrimage importance among the peoples. Vasudhara Falls near Badrinath is a sacred view and offers views of the mountains, peaks, and beautiful glaciers.
The waterfall is located 5 km from the last Indian village Mana. It is said that if you have sinned, falling will divert you from yourself. The route to Vasudhara falls starts from Bheem Pul which is near Mana village.
9. Kalpeshwar:
This is one of the Kedar Panchle located in the Chamoli district. Kalpeshwar is famous for Shiva Temple, also known as Kalpeshwar Mahadev.
This goal offers beautiful views of the Himalayas and the beauty of nature. There are other smaller less popular temples near Kalpeshwar so you can visit there also.
10. Brahmatal Trek:
Brahmatal is a paradise for adventure and nature lovers. The whole trip is full of adventure and sensation. The nearby lake is the perfect destination for attractive trekkers.
This is another best trip in Chamoli for adventurous people. Brahmatal tracks can be the best winter destination trip for you if you are in Uttarakhand, India.
11. Rudranath:
One of Uttarakhand’s Kedar Panches, a Saint Temple of Lord Shiva. It is the hardest destination with an 18 km trek.
Rudranath Trek offers an immersive beauty of nature during the trek. Green grasslands (Bugyals) and clouds will attract you the most. After reaching the temple, you will feel the positive energy. Rudranath is the most difficult hike in Uttarakhand after the Kedarnath trek.
12. Mana (Last Indian Village):
Where is the last Indian village to the Chinese border of the Uttarakhand Chamoli district? For village tourism lovers where is the perfect destination. Only 3 km from Badrinath.
This is the last Indian village on the border of Chamoli – Tibet in Uttarakhand. You can go to Vasudhara Falls from here and Bheem pull is located near which village. Vasudhara is about 3 km from which village.
The Best time to Visit Chamoli:
Winters and summers are both the seasons are best to visit Chamoli, Uttarakhand. So these were some best places to visit in Chamoli where you can go with your friends and family as well.
The best time to visit Chamoli is in the winter season as most of the destinations get covered with snow and the beauty of nature and Uttarakhand enhances in winters. The perfect months to visit Chamoli are from October to March. The climate remains pleasant and gives an amazing holiday experience.
About Author
Hi, this is Shubham Butola a blogger, traveler, and photographer who loves to travel and click the beauty of nature. I’m from Uttarakhand, India. My travel blog – www.garhwalitraveller.com Instagram Handle – www.instagram.com/garhwali_traveller_
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