Haridwar Kumbh Mela 2010

Uttaranchal (Uttarakhand) is also known as “Dev Bhoomi” means “Land of Gods”. Haridwar is the main pilgrimages city of Uttarakhand state. On every twelve year “Maha Kumbh Mela” organize in Haridwar. The next Kumbh Mela 2010 will be organizing soon in Haridwar, Kumbh Mela 2010 will be start from January 14, 2010 and end on April 28, 2010. Uttaranchal Govt. is ready to organize this event.

Kumbh Mela is the largest gathering fair not only in India but also all over the world for religious purpose. According to astrologers, the 'Kumbh Fair' takes place when the planet Jupiter enters Aquarius and the Sun enters Aries. Along with Maha Kumbh Mela in Haridwar, the Ardh Kumbh Mela organizes on every 4th year at Ujjain, Nasik and Allahabad then Maha Kumbh held on 12th year, the site of the observance rotating between these four pilgrimage places. According to Hindu mythology, some drops of Amrit fell down on these four places during the battle between Devtas (Gods) and Asuras (Demons) for Amrita Kalasha (pot of nectar of immortality), which was recovered from Samudramanthan (the churning of the primordial sea). So, to commemorate this holy event of the Amrita Kalasha, the Kumbh Mela is celebrated at these four places.


The last Ardh Kumbh Mela was hosted at Allahabad during January-February 2007 and the next Kumbh Mela is going to celebrate in Haridwar during January 2010 to April 2010. Millions of people will be come from all over the world for a holy dip, during Kumbh Mela. Hotels and Guest houses will be full in Haridwar during this fair, so if you are going to plan in Kumbh Mela 2010 you must have to book hotel room in advance. There are lots of cheap hotels, luxury hotels, budget hotels and guest houses are available to stay in Haridwar.

Main Bathing Dates during Kumbh Mela 2010

14 January, 2010 Makar Sankranti
15 January, 2010 Mauni Aamavasya - Suryagrahan Snan
20 Jauary, 2010 Basant Panchami
30 January, 2010 Maagh Purnima
12 February, 2010 Shre Maha Shivratri Shahi Snan
15 March, 2010 Somawati Aamavasya Shahi Snan
16 March, 2010 Navsamvarambh Snan
24 March, 2010 Shree Ramnavami Snan
30 March, 2010 Chaitra Purnima (Parv Snan)
14 April, 2010 Mesha Sankranti Shahi Snan - Mukhya Snan Parv
28 April, 2010 Vaisakh Aadhimaas Purnima Snan


How to Reach Haridwar

By Air: The nearest airport is Jollygrant in Dehardun, around 35 km far from Haridwar.

By Train: It is well connected by rail to the major cities. Nearest railway station is Haridwar. Some major trains are – Delhi-Haridwar-Dehardun & Bombay-Haridwar-Dehradun.

By Road: It is well connected to all major cities by road. The state Govt. buses and private buses are available from Delhi to Haridwar. The distance is around 200 kms from Delhi.

Valley of Flowers

The Valley of flowers is amazing and beautiful place in the Chamoli district of Uttaranchal. The Valley of Flowers is known for its different kind of flowers and outstanding natural beauty. The valley of flowers has more than 500 species of flowers, its look like bed of flowers. Tourist feels the best touch of natural beauty here. Tourist can find many types of flower in the valley like Blue Poppy, Cobra Lily, Alpine and Brahma Kamal. Brahma Kamal is the state flower of Uttarakhand. The valley is spread over an 87.5 Sq. Km. area at the height of 3250 mtr. above from sea level.

The road connection for valley of flowers ends at Govindghat, 18 kms from Joshimath and around 460 kms. from Delhi. To explore the natural beauty of Valley, 16 km. journey start from here by foot along the bank of river Laxman Ganga which is also called with the name of Hem Ganga. Tourists may reach Joshimath, stay overnight there leave in morning to Govindghat (18 Kms.) and start your trekking. Tourists also stay overnight at Govindghat, but there are just few accommodation are available, so it would be better if you book in advance.




The 13 Km trek from Govindghat takes you at Ghangharia, the base camp of tour for Valley of Flowers. The valley is another 3 km. away from there, the trek is little bit tough and passes through the Pulna and Bhyundar Village. It is advisable; take some snacks or dry fruits with you as you will not find anything for eating inside the Valley of Flowers. You have to pay Rs. 50 per person for entry ticket to the valley of flowers, as the entry is restricted by tickets.

How to Reach

You may reach Joshimath or Goindghat from Delhi via Merrut, Roorkee, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Devprayag, Srinagar, Rudraprayag, Karnprayag, and Chamoli.

Uttarkashi Tourism - Uttarkashi Hotels and Uttarkashi Tour

Uttarkashi is a district of Uttarakhand and also a beautiful hill station for Uttaranchal Tourism. This beautiful place is the origin of two rivers Ganga (Bhagirathi) and Yamuna and both rivers is lifeline of India. Uttarkashi have lots of things which attract to tourists like natural lakes, harming valleys, and mountains with snow-capped peaks. The place is perfect for adventures of trekking and mountaineering. Uttarkashi is most beautiful hill station among the Garhwal districts. Uttarkashi is situated at the elevation of 1158 mts on bank of River Bhagirathi (Ganga). This town is also the district headquarters.

Attractions

Govind Wildlife Sanctuary: Govind Wildlife Sanctuary was established in the year 1955 in Uttarkashi district. It is surrounded by natural beauty like thick forest, snow capped mountains, glaciers which attracts to large numbers of tourist not only from India but also from all over the world.

Stretched Area: 953 Sq. Kms.
Altitude : Bewteen 1,300 Mts. and 6,315 Mts.above the sea level
Animals:- Tahr, Wild Boar,Tiger, Snow Leopard , Chital, Bharal ,Serow,Brown and Black Bears ,Musk Deer, Brokwn Bears , & chir pheasants, Sambar, Kakar, Python, and many more.

Nachiketa Tal: Nachiketa Tal is at the distance of 29 kms. east of Uttarkashi. There is a village named Chaurangi Khal. A short walk of 3 kms from this village, you will reach at small but beautiful lake named Nachiketa Tal.

Apart from these, Uttarkashi have more tourist attractions like Dodital, Maneri, Gangnani, Sat-Tal, Dayara Bugyal, Gaumukh, Nandan-Van Tapovan, and Yamunotri.

Ganga (Bhagirathi) near Gangotri

The best time to visit Uttarkashi is April to June and September to November. During your Uttarkashi tour you can stay in GMVN tourist bungalow. Private hotels and lodge are also available in Uttarkashi.

How to Reach

By Air: The nearest airport is Jolly Grant which is 162 kms. away from Uttarkashi.

By Rail: The nearest railway station is Rishikesh around 145 kms. from Uttarkashi.

By Road: Uttarkashi is well connected by road Deharadun, Rishikesh, Haridwar and all major towns of Uttarakhand. Delhi to Uttarkshi distance is around 380 kms.