भगवान केदारनाथ के साथ ही यमुनोत्री धाम के कपाट भैयादूज पर्व पर वैदिक मंत्रोच्चार एवं पौराणिक विधि विधान से शीतकाल के लिए बंद कर दिए गए।
आज सुबह 8 बजकर 30 मिनट पर विधि विधान के साथ शीतकाल के लिए बाबा केदारनाथ के कपाट बंद किए गए। केदारनाथ धाम के कपाट बंद होने के बाद भगवान की पंचमुखी उत्सव डोली सेना के जेकलाई रेजीमेंट के बेंड की धुनों के साथ अपने शीतकालीन गद्दीस्थल ओंकारेश्वर मंदिर के लिए रवाना हो गई। केदारनाथ धाम के कपाट बंद होने के बाद अब शीतकाल के छह माह में भोले बाबा की पूजा अर्चना ओंकारेश्वर मंदिर ऊखीमठ में संपन्न होगी।
इस साल केदारनाथ यात्रा पहली बार 7 लाख 32 हजार 241 यात्री पहुंचे।
यमुनोत्री धाम के कपाट भी हुए बंद
यमुनोत्री धाम के कपाट भयादूज के अवसर पर विधिवत हवन पूजा-अर्चना के साथ आज 12.15 मिनट पर बंद कर दिए गए। मां यमुनोत्री को लेने के लिए खरसाली से शनिदेव की डोली यमुनोत्री पहुंची। शनिदेव की इस डोली के साथ मां यमुना की डोली खरसाली पहुंचेगी। शीतकाल में यात्री मां यमुना के दर्शन उनके मायके व शीतकालीन प्रवास खुशीमठ (खरसाली) में कर सकेंगे।
विश्व प्रसिद्ध गंगोत्री धाम के कपाट गुरुवार को विधि विधान के साथ 12:30 बजे से शीतकाल के लिए बंद कर दिए गए। सेना के बैंड व पारम्परिक वाद्ययन्त्रों के साथ गंगोत्री धाम के कपाट बंद किए गए। इसके बाद मां गंगा की उत्सव डोली शीतकालीन पड़ाव मुखीमठ (मुखवा) के लिए रवाना हुई। डोली शुक्रवार को मुखवा पहुंचेगी। आगामी छह माह तक मुखवा स्थित मां गंगा मंदिर में ही मां गंगा की पूजा अर्चना की जाएगी।
इस बार गंगोत्री धाम में अभी तक 5 लाख 81 हजार 554 तीर्थयात्री गंगोत्री धाम पहुंचे हैं। वहीं, गंगोत्री धाम के कपाट बंद होने के बाद अब यमुनोत्री और केदारनाथ धाम के कपाट शुक्रवार भैयादूज के अवसर पर बंद होंगे। बदरीनाथ धाम के कपाट 20 नवंबर को बंद होंगे।
The 68th INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AND CULTURAL FAIR Gauchar Festival is a confluence of trade and tradition and is organized in the scenic valley of Gauchar, Chamoli district. Fundamentally an industrial fair, this festival is held every year since pre-independence days, and continues to be a great attraction for the local people, traders and merchants from all over the State.
What’s more? The festival also offers limitless elements of fun, fervor and celebrations. Events ranging from Star Nights and Jagar Nights to activities ranging from Adventure Sports and Business Meets – come, be a part of this week long extravaganza.
Snow Fall in Kedarnath Dham (Image Source:- Amar Ujala)
केदारनाथ, बद्रीनाथ, गंगोत्री और यमुनोत्री क्षेत्रों में जमकर हुई बर्फबारी, इस दौरान श्रद्धालुओं ने बर्फबारी का जमकर लुत्फ उठाया। बर्फबारी के कारण पुरे चार धाम सफेद चादर से ढक गए, इसके चलते श्रद्धालुओं को दर्शन करने में थोड़ी परेशानी का सामना करना पड़ा.
चार धाम के अलावा औली, चोपता, दयारा बुग्याल और डोडीताल, में जोरदार बर्फबारी हुई।
Winter trek in the Himalaya is a wonderful destination and is a different level of beauty altogether. Winter trek is the best time to enjoy the snowy slopes of the Indian Himalayas. It’s something that you won’t get to see anywhere else in the world. If you really want to enjoy snowfall in its full bloom then these winter trek in Himalaya are an excellent choice for you. With white carpet below your feet and the mighty mountains in chilling temperatures, you will fall in love with the Himalayas. Below is the detail of Top 5 Winter Treks in Uttarakhand
1. Brahmtal Trek
Beautiful view of Brahamtal Trek
About BrahmaTal: There are indeed similar routes in the Himalayas with comparing beauty but definitely found at much higher altitude. Never ending ridge lines, sprawling Bugiyals, High altitude lakes, majestic peak views and snow on the trail make it an compelling proposition for a winter trek. Brahma Tal is a hidden and secluded lake amidst the ridge, where Lord Brahma meditated according to the mythology. The peak view from the route is captivating, from east to west one can see the High Himalayan ranges. From right to left on one side we can see Mrigthuni, Trishul, Bethartoli Himal and Nandaghunti. On the other side we can see the massive Chowkhamba, Nilkanth, Kamet, Hathi and Ghoda peaks. This is just the opposite ridge of the famous Roopkund trek and offers a Birds-eye view of the route including Ali Bugiyal, Bedni Bugiyal, Roopkund and Junargali including far poised the famous Ronty saddle.
Region :- Chamoli (Garhwal)
Days :- 6
Total Trekking :- 24 Km
Altitude:- 12,100 Ft.
Grade:- Easy to Moderate
Temperature:- Day time : 3 C to 10 C. Night: 3 to -4 C.
Best Season:- Mid Nov to Mid March
Snow :- Mid Dec to Mid March
Starting & End Point :- Kathgodam to Kathgodam
How To Reach Nearest Railway Station: Kathgodam Railway Station Nearest Airport: Pantnagar Airport Nearest Bus Station : Haldwani Bus Station
Fringed with pine trees and adorned with the beauty of snow, the Kedarkantha Peak is one of the most sought after snow-trekking destinations in the country. Situated at a height of 3,800m above the sea level, the trek to this mountain pass in Uttarakhand offers various levels of challenges to the trekkers. Offering an enthralling trekking experience, Kedarkantha winter trek usually originate from Sankri; which can be easily reached from Dehradun and takes the trekkers through the immaculate beauty of the vicinity. From snow-capped Himalayan peaks to a frozen pond, meadows covered with snow to some of the other mesmerising peaks, this trek offers all the marvels, a trekker can wish for! Not just for the trekkers, Kedarkantha winter trek is also an ideal trek for the nature lovers, shutterbugs and other classes of travellers as well. Within the 6 exciting days of this expedition, the trekkers are rewarded with magical views, exhilarating experiences and delightful moments!
Region :- Uttarakashi (Garhwal) Days :- 6
Total Trekking :- 20 Km
Altitude:- 12,500 Ft.
Grade:- Easy to Moderate
Temperature:- Day time: 8°C-15°C; Night time: -5°C-3°C
Best Season:- Mid Nov to Mid March
Snow :- Mid Dec to Mid March
Starting point & End Point :- Dehradun to Dehradun
How To Reach:
Nearest Railway Station: Dehradun Railway Station Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport Nearest Bus Station : Dehradun ISBT Bus Station
The Kuari Pass trek is known as The Curzon Trail (named after the former British Viceroy Of India “Lord Curzon”). The Kuari pass trekking can be organised from three different starting points of Ghat, Joshimath and Tapovan. Kuari Pass is situated in Garhwal Himalayas. Kuari which means “doorway” is a Himalayan high mountain pass situated in the Garhwal region of northern India, south of the Tibetan border and on the western rim of the “Nanda Devi Sanctuary” Biosphere Reserve and falls in the Chamoli district. The Kuari Pass Trek found fame in the early 1900’s when intrepid adventurers and mountaineers such as Lord Curzon, Eric Shipton and Bill Tilman used the passage in their pioneering explorations of the region. Winter Kuari Pass trek is also can be undertaken to enjoy the snow trekking. Kuari Pass top looks like a peaceful scene with great views of some of the most magnificent Himalayan Peaks, a few amongst them include Mt. Kamet (7756m), Mt. Trishul (7120m), Chaukhamba (7128m), and the most majestic Himalayan Peaks Nanda Devi (7817m). more than a few peaks present an equally picturesque view include – Nanda Ghunti, Dronagiri, Neelkanth, Hathi Ghoda Parbat, Mana, Mukut Parbat, etc. The Kuari Pass trek route is short yet amazing in the sense it takes in three lesser passes and five major rivers of the region – Pindar, Kaliganga, Mandakini, Bheriganga and the Dhauliganga. Kuari Pass trekking can be best enjoyed during winter months.
Region:- Chamoli(Garhwal)
Days :- 6
Total Trekking :- 24 Km
Altitude:- 12,763 Ft.
Grade:- Easy to Moderate
Temperature:- Day time : 3 C to 10 C. Night: 3 to -4 C.
Best Season:- Mid Nov to Mid March
Snow :- Mid Dec to Mid March
Starting point & End Point :- Haridwar to Haridwar
How to Reach
Nearest Railway Station: Haridwar Railway Station Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport Nearest Bus Station : Haridwar Bus Station
The Chopta Tungnath trek is one of the easier treks in the Himalayan region.The peaks of Chakhamba, Nanda Devi, Nilkanth and Kedarnath are all clear during the course of the trek and make for a majestic sight. This trek encompasses a large area starting from Haridwar and ending at Chandrashila with a number of other interesting areas falling on the way. It is a perfect opportunity for first-timers who are looking to get a hang of the general basics of trekking in the Himalayan region and is recommended highly by us for the same. The major attractions of this trek are the Tungnath Temple and the Chandrashila peak which provides a breathtaking 360-degree view of the valleys below. Chopta is the best winter trek in uttarakhand
Region :- Rudraprayag (Garhwal)
Days :- 5
Total Trekking :- 24 Km
Altitude:- 12,763 Ft.
Grade:- Easy to Moderate
Temperature:- Day time : 3 C to 10 C. Night: 3 to -4 C.
Best Season:- Mid Nov to Mid March
Snow :- Mid Dec to Mid March
Starting point & End Point :- Haridwar to Haridwar
How To Reach Nearest Railway Station: Haridwar Railway Station Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport Nearest Bus Station : Haridwar Bus Station
Dayara bugyal is the best winter trek in uttarakhand. Dayara Bugyal is often placed at the top position only to be hotly contested and pushed to the next best. But there is no debate amongst trekkers that Dayara Bugyal would fall within the two most beautiful high altitude meadows in India. It is not difficult to see why. For hundred of years shepherds from far have been taking their flock to graze at Dayara. They have come back with stories of the abundance of grass and splendor of the mighty Himalayan mountain peaks cradling the meadows. They described the place with such intensity that soon word about Dayara Bugyal reached explorers. When the explorers got back from their treks to Dayara Bugyal, they came back profoundly affected. The meadows were exactly as the shepherds had described them – but only more beautiful. The mountains they talked about were the Bhagirathi peaks, Bandarpoonch, Black peak and scores of other peaks they could not name. They discovered clear water bodies strewn across the green meadows – in whose reflection the peaks looked even more beautiful. Flowers sprung up around streams and brooks that ran across the meadows. Dayara Bugyal along with its twin Gidara Bugyal is perhaps one of the most beautiful alpine meadows in India. The meadows stretch out far and wide and all around the meadows are the many towering snow peaks. The trek showcases some of the best scenery the Himalayas have to offer. The Bugyals and the sky around with their every changing hue can show you new scenery at every season of the year. The trek starts from the tiny village of Barsu tucked away on the Haridwar
Region :- Uttarakashi (Garhwal)
Days :- 6
Total Trekking :- 20 Km
Minimum Age: 8 Years
Altitude:- 12,057 Ft.
Grade:- Easy to Moderate
Temperature:- Day time: 18°C-13°C; Night time: 0°C-5°C.
Best Season:- Nov to Mid March
Snow :- Mid Dec to Mid March
Starting point & End Point :- Dehradun to Dehradun
Har Ki Doon Valley is a cradle shaped hanging valley in the Garhwal Himalayas. It is surrounded by snow-covered peaks and alpine vegetation. It is connected to Baspa Valley by the Borasu Pass This valley is at an altitude of approx 3500m above mean sea level and is snow-covered during October to March. The valley is around 25 km from Taluka. The actual trek to the valley starts from Taluka village and passes through Gangaad, Osala, and Seema. It is a 2-day trek usually done in two stages. First stage is from Taluka to Seema/Osla, and second stage is from Seema/Osla to Har Ki Dun. Return route is the same. Har ki dun is the best winter trek in uttarakhand
Region :- Uttarakashi (Garhwal)
Days :- 7
Total Trekking :- 44 Km
Minimum Age: 10 Years
Altitude:- 12,000 Ft.
Grade:- Easy to Moderate
Temperature:- Day time: 18°C-13°C; Night time: 0°C-5°C.
Best Season:- Nov to April
Snow :- Mid Dec to Mid March
Starting point & End Point :- Dehradun to Dehradun
Base Camp :- Sankri
How To Reach:
Nearest Railway Station: Dehradun Railway Station Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport Nearest Bus Station : Dehradun ISBT Bus Station
Temperature:- Day time: 14°C-18°C; Night time: -3°C-6°C
Best Season:- Mid Nov to Mid March
Snow :- Mid Dec to Mid April
Starting point & End Point :- Haridwar to Haridwar
Base Camp :- Joshimath
How to Reach
Nearest Railway Station: Haridwar Railway Station Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport Nearest Bus Station : Haridwar Bus Station
8. Dodital Winter Trek
Dodital Trel (PC:- Naresh)
Dodital is a high altitude lake at a height of 3307 mts/10847 ft. Situated amidst pine forestswith the backdrop of Darwa Bugyal, a high altitude meadow; Dodital has a sereneeffect on the mind and body. Dodital gets its name from Dodi, the local namefor trout, which are found inlarge numbers in the lake. The another name forthis lake is Dhundital. Dhundital means Ganesh – ka – tal. In Sanskrit Dhundiis synonymous with Lord Ganesha. There is a temple which is devoted to lordGanesha.
Region :- Uttarakashi (Garhwal)
Days :- 7
Total Trekking :- 26 Km
Minimum Age: 08 Years
Altitude:- 13615. Ft.
Grade:- Easy to Moderate
Temperature:- Day time: 18°C-10°C; Night time: 0°C-4°C.
Best Season:- Nov to April
Snow :- Mid Dec to Mid Feb
Starting point & End Point :- Dehradun to Dehradun
Base Camp :- Samgamchatti
How To Reach Nearest Railway Station: Dehradun Railway Station Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport Nearest Bus Station : Dehradun ISBT Bus Station
पर्यटन, खेल विभाग और गढ़वाल मंडल विकास निगम की ओर से औली में जूनियर स्कीइंग चैंपियनशिप 12 से 16 फरवरी के बीच कराई जाएगी। चैंपियनशिप को लेकर पर्यटन और खेल विभाग की ओर से तैयारियों पुरी हो चुकी है है। चैंपियनशिप में सभी राज्यों से खिलाड़ी जुटेंगे,
उत्तराखंड सरकार ने पर्यटन को बढ़ावा देने के लिए गढ़वाल के साथ कुमाऊं में भी हेली टैक्सी सर्विस शुरू कर दी है। हल्द्वानी (नैनीताल) के एफटीआई मैदान से इसकी शुरुआत हो गई। कुमाऊं मंडल विकास निगम के चेयरमैन और डीएम ने हेलीकॉप्टर को हरी झंडी दिखाकर इस सेवा का शुभारंभ किया। यह सेवा एफटीआई मैदान से सप्ताह में शनिवार और रविवार को ही मिलेगी। एक दिन में हेलीकॉप्टर तीन बार उड़ान भरेगा। एक बार में पांच यात्रियों को ले जाएगा। पहली उड़ान सुबह दस बजे होगी। हेलीकॉप्टर पर्यटकों को नैनीताल, नौकुचियाताल, भीमताल और सातताल का नजारा दिखाकर बीस मिनट में वापस हल्द्वानी हेली पैड पहुंचेगा। एक यात्री का टिकट सब्सिडी के बाद 3893 रुपए है। पर्यटन को बढ़ावा देने के लिए सरकार प्रत्येक टिकट पर 1600 रुपए की सब्सिडी दे रही है। हेलीकाप्टर से झील दर्शन के लिए पर्यटक टीआरसी काठगोदाम स्थित कार्यालय और हेली पैड से टिकट की बुकिंग करा सकते हैं। अगले हफ्ते से टिकट की बुकिंग ऑनलाइन होगी।
Welcome to the 3nd Carnival, stay for the fun. Experience the Coolest Celebration on Earth! Ministry of Tourism & Culture & City Board Mussoorie organise – Mussoorie Winterline Carnival will begin from December 25, 2015, with the magical performance of Gadh Ratna, Narendra Singh Negi. The closing ceremony of the carnival will be done with the performance of folk singer Preetam Bharatwan. The carnival will bring Bollywood singers such and Mohit Chauhan to perform for the lovely audience.
Mussoorie Winterline Carnival is being held at Mussoorie between 25th to 30th December, 2015 ! Check out the full Event Schedule details for any of the Adventure or Cultural events…
Daily Activities
Kids Zone
Fun Zone
Venue- Garhwal Terrace
Venue- Garhwal Terrace
S.No.
Name Of Activity
S.No.
Name Of Activity
1
Hula Hoop Competition
1.
Dart games
2.
Dancing with cartoon promoters
2.
Tug-of-war
3.
Bowling Competition
3.
Remember the Objects competition
4.
Hand painting
4.
Couple paper dance
5
Skipping Competition
5
Collect-the-balls Competition
6
Lemon race
6
Face painting
7.
Balloon give-aways
25th DECEMBER 2015 Day Activity
Timings
Event
2:00-4:00 P.M.
Inaugural parade from Landour to Library Chowk.
Night Shows
Timings
Event
Venue
6:00-6:15 P.M.
Jagar (Basanti Bisht)
Hotel Vikas Grounds at The Mall Road
6:00-6:15 P.M.
Narendra Singh Negi Night
Hotel Vikas Grounds at The Mall Road
26th DECEMBER 2015 Day Activity
Timings
Event
Venue
2:00-4:00 PM
Uttarakhand Folk
Shaheed Sthal
4:00-6:00 PM
Live band
Shaheed Sthal
1:00-4:00 PM
Baby Show
Kulri Stage
1:00-2:00 PM
Flash Mob
Garhwal Terrace
2:00-3:00 PM
Zumba
Garhwal Terrace
2:00-4:00 PM
Puppet Show
Landour
1:00-4:00 PM
Traditional games
Church Ground
Night Shows
Timings
Event
Venue
6:00-6:45 P.M.
Unique Dance Night
Hotel Vikas Grounds at The Mall Road
6:45-7:00 P.M.
LED Dance
Hotel Vikas Grounds at The Mall Road
7:00-9:30. P.M.
Bharat Natya presentation – stage adaptation of Ramayana
Hotel Vikas Grounds at The Mall Road
27th DECEMBER 2015 Day Activity
Timings
Event
Venue
2:00-4:00 PM
Uttarakhand Folk
Shaheed Sthal
4:00-6:00 PM
Live band
Shaheed Sthal
1:00-2:00 PM
Dance Battle
Kulri Stage
2:00-3:30 PM
Flash Mob and Zumba
Kulri
1:00-2:00 PM
Fire and Kachchi Ghodi Dance
Garhwal Terrace
2:00-3:00 PM
Judo Karate Show by ITBP
Garhwal Terrace
2:00-4:00 PM
Rock climbing by ITBP
Garhwal Terrace
2:00-4:00 PM
Puppet Show
Landour
4:00-5:30 PM
Flash Mob and Zumba
Landour
1:00-4:00 PM
Traditional games
Church Ground
Night Shows
Timings
Event
Venue
6:00-7:30 PM
Rajasthani Folk Dance by artists of “Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam”
Hotel Vikas Grounds at The Mall Road
7:30-9:00 PM
Mohit Chauhan Star Night
Hotel Vikas Grounds at The Mall Road
28th DECEMBER 2015 Day Activity
Timings
Event
Venue
2:00-4:00 PM
Uttarakhand Folk
Shaheed Sthal
4:00-6:00 PM
Live band
Shaheed Sthal
1:00-4:00 PM
Treasure Hunt
Kulri Stage
2:00-3:00 PM
Street Play
Kulri
2:00-4:00 PM
Nach Baliye (Couple Dance)
Garhwal Terrace
1:00-2:00 PM
Street Play
Landour
2:00-4:00 PM
Puppet Show
Landour
1:00-4:00 PM
Traditional games
Church Ground
Night Shows
Timings
Event
Venue
6:00-8:00 PM
Magic Show by world famous Sri N.C. Sarkar
Hotel Vikas Grounds at The Mall Road
8:30-10:00 PM
Qawwali Night by Nizami Bandhu of Rockstar & Bajrangi Bhaijan fame
Hotel Vikas Grounds at The Mall Road
29th DECEMBER 2015 Day Activity
Timings
Event
Venue
2:00-4:00 PM
Uttarakhand Folk
Shaheed Sthal
4:00-6:00 PM
Live band
Shaheed Sthal
2:00-3:00 PM
Scavenger Hunt
Kulri
3:00-3:30 PM
Tight rope walking
Kulri
3:30-4:30 PM
Street Play
Kulri
9:00 AM
Half Marathon
Garhwal Terrace
10:00 AM
Run for Mussoorie
Garhwal Terrace
2:00-3:00 PM
Tight rope walking
Garhwal Terrace
1:00-2:00 PM
Street Play
Landour
2:00-4:00 PM
Puppet Show
Landour
1:00-4:00 PM
Traditional games
Church Ground
4:00-5:00 PM
Judo Karate Show by ITBP
Gandhi Chowk
Night Shows
Timings
Event
Venue
6:00-7:30 PM
Band performance
Hotel Vikas Grounds at The Mall Road
7:30-10:00 PM
Kavi Sammelan
Hotel Vikas Grounds at The Mall Road
30th DECEMBER 2015 Day Activity
Timings
Event
Venue
2:00-4:00 PM
Uttarakhand Folk
Shaheed Sthal
4:00-6:00 PM
Live band
Shaheed Sthal
1:00-2:00 PM
Drum Circle
Kulri
2:00-4:00 PM
Singing Competition
Kulri
4:00-4:30 PM
Street Magicians
Kulri
2:00-2:30 PM
Street Magicians
Garhwal Terrace
2:30-3:30 PM
Drum Circle
Garhwal Terrace
1:00-2:00 PM
Fire Dance & Kachchi Ghodi Dance
Landour
2:00-4:00 PM
Puppet Show
Landour
4:00-5:00 PM
Drum Circle
Landour
1:00-4:00 PM
Traditional games
Church Ground
Night Shows
Timings
Event
Venue
6:00-6:30 PM
Kathak performance by Ms Arushi Pokhriyal
Hotel Vikas Grounds at The Mall Road
6:30-7:00 PM
Performance by Indian Idol contestant Ms Charu Semwal
