The Char Dham yatra began on Tuesday with the portals of Gangotri and Yamunotri temples in Uttarkashi district thrown open to devotees on the occasion of Akshay Tritiya. The gates of Gangotri were opened at 11.15 am and those of Yamunotri at 12.15 pm in the presence of thousands of devotees, administrative and temple committee … Read more
Around 3,600 homestays are registered so far providing employment to about 8,000 people, TAAI said in a statement. The Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) has urged the central government to consider the ‘homestay’ model adopted by the Uttarakhand government for other states as well, and said the initiative may help in kick-starting the economy … Read more
A Special Leave Petition (SLP) has been moved in the Supreme Court on the Char Dham Yatra after the state High Court state the state cabinet’s decision to open the shrines Char Dham roads, works under Bharatmala project and railway projects up to Karnaprayag will be taken forward for further development, said the new Uttarakhand … Read more
For travellers who look for safe and affordable options, this boutique hybrid hotel-and-hotel is located in the heart of Rishikesh and a short walking distance from the most popular tourist spot Lakshman Jhula. Image: The Hideaway Bedzzz How about a comfortable hostel that feels like a pocket-friendly hotel? Striving to cater to the travel requirements … Read more
The restoration is a part of the ADB-funded project worth Rs 23.7 crore. (Image: IE) Sir Everest House: The tourism in Mussoorie is set to get a boost as labourers from Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh work on restoring the George Everest House to its former glory. Located at Hathi Paon, the house, also called Park … Read more
There are more than 800 hotels and 350 ashrams in Haridwar that are preparing to accomodate an average 1.25 lakh pilgrims in a day during the Kumbh Mela. Tourism revival in Uttarakhand anticipated during Kumbh Mela 2021! For years, Uttarakhand’s economy has thrived on religious tourism, which has now become the state’s backbone also. However, … Read more