Best Religious & Pilgrimage Places to Visit in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand, the Dev Bhoomi of India is a poetry of spirituality and a treasure of drop dead gorgeous natural wonders. It is a land of mesmerizing and surreal temples without which the transcendent quest remains incomplete and its stunning landscapes, scenic trekking routes, verdant forests and lush greenery dipped in soothing serenity all around would seduce your senses and delight your heart.

Best from the rest, if you are a solace seeker then there is no other place which is as peaceful and spiritual as Uttarakhand. Uttarakhand is the most important spiritual pilgrimage destination to visit in India. It is a holy abode of the most sacred Char Dhams – Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri and Yamunotri without which your spiritual quest will be incomplete.

Some of the best places to visit in Uttarakhand for religious tourism enthusiasts-

Badrinath Dham
Kedarnath Dham
Gangotri Dham
Yamunotri Dham
Adi Kailash
Rishikesh
Haridwar
Hemkund Sahib
Madhyamaheshwar
Nanakmatta
Ukhimath
Tungnath
Rudranath
Patal Bhuvaneshwar
Kartik Swami Temple
Jageshwar
Baijnath
Dhari Devi Temple
Kainchi Dham

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1. Badrinath Dham Temple

Badrinath Temple Opening Date

A perfect combination of spirituality and serenity, Badrinath Dham is one of the major religious spots for Hindu devotees in India. It is one of the most popular pilgrimage destinations to visit in Uttarakhand. Devotees from all around the world visit here to get the divine blessings of Lord Badrinath in the Lord Badrinath temple which is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Itis said that one who visits here will be free from the karmic backlog of life and death.

Also Read: Shri Badrinath Temple Opening Date

2. Kedarnath Dham Temple

Kedarnath Dham Temple

Kedarnath is another most popular and important pilgrimage destinations of Uttarakhand. The ancient temple of Kedarnath from which the town got its name is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It holds a great religious and spiritual value for the Hindu devotees. Apart from the spiritual retreat it is a beautiful adventure tourism & nature sightseeing tourist spot. You will witness snowy peaks, alpine forests and colorful rhododendrons and stunning; landscapes which will blow your heart away.

Also Read: Shri Kedarnath Temple Opening Date

3. Gangotri Dham Temple

Gangotri Temple

Serene Gangotri Dham is another most popular religious place in Uttarakhand. It’s one of the holy Char Dhams of India. It is a place where goddess Ganga transformed herself into a river to forgive the sins of King Bhagirath’s forefathers. In the 18th century the holy temple of Gangotri was built by a Gorkha commander which is now a major pilgrimage shrine in Uttarakhand.

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4. Yamunotri Dham Temple

Yamunotri Temple

Yamunotri is one of the four sacred Hindu pilgrimage places in Uttarakhand. The spiritual journey of a devotee is incomplete without visiting the Yamunotri Temple as it is one of the sacred Char Dhams of India. Thousands of devotees arrive at Yamunotri every year seeking divine grace and spiritual wisdom. It is believed that bathing in the holy waters of the river prevents untimely death.

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5. Adi Kailash

Om Parvat - Adi Kailash Trek

Popular as Chhota Kailash or Little Kailash or Baba Kailash or Jonglingkong Peak, Adi Kailash is one of the most sacred pilgrimage places in the world and in India. It is located in the Pithoragarh District of Uttarakhand at a height of 6,310 metres and attracts throngs of devotees from all over the world. The awe-inspiring water bodies at the foothills of Adi Kailash, Gauri Kund and Parvati Sarovar, which is also known as Mansarovar are other main attractions of the place. There is also a Shiv-Parvati Temple, where devotees seek blessings as Chhota Kailash is considered the substitute for Mount Kailash in India. Devotees trek for around 12 days to cover 76 kilometres to reach Adi Kailash and it is believed that the hardship taken by them helps in fulfilling the wishes for life.

Also Read: Panch Kailash Yatra Information

6. Rishikesh

Rishikesh Tourism- Best Places to Explore

Rishikesh is one of the most popular weekend getaways and pilgrimage destinations to visit in Uttarakhand. It is dotted with the Shivalik range of Himalayas on three sides. It is of great cultural and spiritual importance for the devotees and tourists. It is said that Raibhya Rishi, a sage undertook a hard penance, God Vishnu appeared in the form of “Hrishikesh“and therefore this place came to be known as Rishikesh. Rishikesh is also called the ‘Yoga capital of the world’. For the adventurous souls trekking trails and water sports will make the journey soul pleasing.

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7. Haridwar

Haridwar Tourism

Located in the foothills of Himalayas, Haridwar is must visit place for religious travelers in Uttarakhand. Numerous temples and Ghats adorn the pious land of Haridwar makes it a blissful spiritual retreat. Ganga Aarti is the most popular attraction in Haridwar. Incense sticks, clanging of temple bells and priests chanting mantras to honor river Ganga is the most ethereal site to behold.

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8. Hemkund Sahib

Shri Hemkund Sahib

Hemkund Sahib is a most popular and important pilgrimage site for Sikh Community in Uttarakhand. Himalayan Peaks in the backdrop, divine aura and lush greenery makes this place a paradise of serenity and calmness. Numerous devotees from all over the world visit Hemkund Sahib to seek divine grace before it closes in winter between October and April. It is said that Lord Rama used to meditate in this holy place. There is a temple of Lord Lakshamana which is located near Hemkund Sahib.

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9. Madhyamaheshwar

Madhyamaheshwar Temple

Madhyamaheshwar holds a great religious and spiritual value for the Hindu devotees. It is one of the most popular Hindu pilgrimage destinations in Uttarakhand. It is one of the Panch Kedars which is visited by devotees from all over the world every year. It is a place where the stomach part of Lord Shiva as a bull fell. This place is also an idyllic tourist spot as you will witness snow-clad Himalayan mountains, lush green meadows and dense forests.

Also Read: Panch Kedar Yatra Travel Guide

10. Nanakmatta

Nanakmatta Sahib

Situated in Udham Singh Nagar District, Nanakmatta is one of the sacred pilgrimage destinations to visit in Uttarakhand named after the most renowned and revered first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak Dev. It is situated on the banks of Deoha river which is turned into a beautiful reservoir called Nanak Sagar.

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11. Ukhimath

Omkareshwar Temple Ukhimath Uttarakhand

From Ukhimath you can witness the scenic views of Kedarnath and Neelkanth Peaks. Ukhimath is a loner’s hub as it is one of the most offbeat destinations to travel in Uttarakhand. The famous Omkareshwar temple is the main attraction of Ukhimat. It is also a holy abode of Lord Madhyamaheshwar and Kedarnath during winters. It is said that in this place the wedding of the grandson of Lord Krishna Anirudh and Usha, the daughter of Banasur was held. You will witness the Stunning peaks of Kedarnath, Neelkanth, Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba, Mana Parbatfrom Ukhimath which is one of the most beautiful sights to behold.

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12. Tungnath

Tungnath Temple Uttarakhand

Located in the stunning Chandrashila Peak is the highest Shiva temple in the world, Tungnath Temple. It is also the highest Panch Kedar temple of Uttarakhand. It is located at an elevation of 3,680 m above sea level. Devotees from all over the world come to seek divine grace from the surreal temple of Tungnath. During winters, heavy snowfall makes this place difficult to access. This temple is more than 1000 years old. Tungnath can be reached by trekking through Chandrashila Peak.

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13. Rudranath

Shri Rudranath Temple Uttarakhand Himalayas

Rudranath is the most visited spiritual destination in Uttarakhand. It is one of the fourth temples to visit in the Panch Kedar Pilgrimage tour. The temple of Rudranath is dedicated to Lord Shiva is surrounded by stunning rhododendron forests and the alpine meadows. On your trek to Rudranath you will come across the most beautiful Peaks of Nanda Devi, Trishul and Nanda Ghunti.The scenes of wild grassy meadows, beautiful weather makes this trek one of a kind.

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14. Patal Bhuvaneshwar

Patal Bhuvaneshwar Cave Uttarakhand

If you want to experience the most unique destinations in Uttarakhand then visit Patal Bhuvaneshwar. It is one of the most mysterious and popular spiritual destinations to visit in Uttarakhand. It is located at 1350 m above the sea level and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The reason why this destination is unique is that it is the abode of 33 crore gods and goddesses. It is said that worshipping Patal Bhuvaneshwar is equivalent to worshipping Char Dhams of Uttarakhand.

Also Read: Char Dham & Panch Kedar Temple Opening Dates

15. Kartik Swami Temple

Kartik Swami Temple Uttarakhand

In the pious land of Garhwal Himalayas, the Kartik Swami Temple is surrounded by the mesmerizing deep valleys. The temple is dedicated to Lord Kartikeya, the eldest son of lord Shiva. You can reach this temple by trekking. On this trekking trail you will come across the most gorgeous landscapes, alluring sunrises and sunsets, stunning peaks of Bandarpunch, Trishul, Nanda Devi group of peaks, Meru and Sumeru Parvat etc that would blow your heart away.

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16. Jageshwar

Jageshwar Temple Uttarakhand

Jageshwar is one of the most sought-after spiritual as well as popular tourist destinations to visit in Uttarakhand. The Jageshwar Temple is the major tourist attraction of the town which is surrounded by green rolling mountains and stunning Jata Ganga Stream. It houses 124 temples, the most popular among them is the temple of Dandeshwar. Apart from that the Mrityunjaya Temple, dedicated to Adi Shiva is also one of the most prominent temples to visit here.

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17. Baijnath

Baijnath Temple Uttarakhand

On the banks of serene Gomti River, the Baijnath temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva is the most visited spiritual attraction in India. Lord Baijnath is a lord of physicians. It is an outstanding example of Nagara style architecture. Surrounded by the stunning Dhauladhar range of the Himalayas, it is a place to dive deep into the spiritual whirlwind along with becoming one with nature.

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18. Dhari Devi Temple

Dhari Devi Temple Uttarakhand

Dhari Devi Temple is one of the most famous temples to visit in Uttarakhand. It is dedicated to Maa Dhari Devi who is a guardian deity of Uttarakhand. Dhari Devi is the protector of Char Dhams. Legends believed that Dhari Devi should not be put under any roof as she is meant to be put under an open sky. The temple is said to be 200 years old and is one of the shakti Peethas of Uttarakhand.

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19. Kainchi Dham

Kainchi Dham Temple

Kainchi Dham is a popular Hanuman Temple & Ashram established by Neem Karoli Baba. Apart from spiritual importance, it is a treasure trove of natural beauty. It is surrounded by lofty hills and rivers. It is located between two hills that cut each other. That’s the reason why this place is named as Kainchi Dham.

Every religious person must visit these highly regarded holy places of Uttarakhand once in their lifetime with family.

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