MeraPahad Community Of Uttarakhand Lovers

Doni

 


Doni is a rural area in Uttarkashi District of Uttaranchal. It is situated on the trekking route connecting Naitwar to Rari and Lewari. With its adventurous hills and trekking routes, the village is an ideal place for tourists in search of fun and adventure. The nearest major cities are Purola and Rajgarhi.
The nearby place Naitwar is famous for a temple dedicated to Karna. Doni is also the base for a trek to Govind Wildlife Sanctuary.

Jolly Grant Airport and Dehradun Railway Station are the nearest airport and railway station.

Dharasu

Dharasu is a picturesque village situated 28 km from Uttarkashi in Uttarkashi District. It lies at an elevation of 1,036 m, on the Char Dham trek route. Bhagirathi River flows close by. A road linking Bhagirathi Valley and Yamuna Valley passes through Dharasu. It nestles among densely wodded forests of pine, oak and rhododendron. The place offers spectacular views of snow-capped mountains and deep valleys all around. Nearby places to visit are Rari Pass, Gangotri (129 km), Tehri (37 km), Kuthanur, Yamunotri (40 km) and Maneri. Forest Rest House is available for stay.
The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport and the nearest railway station is at Rishikesh. It is connected by road with Barkot and Rishikesh.

Dharali

Dharali, a picturesque village, is situated 2 km away from Harsil near Gangotri in Uttarkashi District. The village is famous for apple orchards and rajama (red-colored beans) cultivation. Ganges River flows close by and the village is surrounded by pine trees. Dharali offers a panoramic view of snow-clad peaks of the Himalayas. There is an ancient Lord Shiva Temple here, similar to the Kedarnath Temple in structure. It is believed that Bhagiratha had meditated here to bring down the Ganges from heaven to earth. Nearby interesting destinations include Mukhimath Temple, Tapovan, Gangotri, Vasuki Tal, Sat Tal and Chirbasa. The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport. The nearest railway station is at Rishikesh.

Dev Thach

Dev Thach is a scenic village located at an altitude of 3,000 m in the Har-Ki-Doon Valley. It lies on the Ruinsara Tal trek route in Uttarkashi District. Dev Thach offers a panoramic view of the Swargarohini Peak. It is surrounded by lush green terraced fields and very thick conifer forests. This region is a veritable paradise for bird watchers and nature lovers. Nearby interesting locations are Datmir, Sankri, Osla, Yamuna Valley, Bhagirathi Valley and Taluka. Trekking and mountaineering are the main attractions. Base camps are also available.
The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport. The nearest railway station is at Dehradun.

Datmir

 


The small village of Datmir is located three kilometers away from Taluka in Uttarkashi District. It lies at an elevation of 3,400 m on the Har-Ki-Doon Valley-Ruinsara Tal trekking route. The village has a wooden temple, dedicated to Duryodhana. Tons River flows close by. The village is surrounded by chestnut, oak, rhododendron and deodar trees and offers a panoramic view of the Himalayas. Govind Wildlife Sanctuary and Sankri are the nearby attractions. The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport. The nearest railway station is at Dehradun.