Introduction

On the way to gangotri which is one of the four chardham destinations in uttarakhand in hindu pilgrimage there is a small town/village which is basically an army area on the banks of bhagirithi river known as “HARSIL” 

harsil valley seen from lama top trek mid point

harsil (uttarakhand)

Sitiuated at an altitude of about 2745m above sea level ,harsil remains pleasant even in the month of june and sometimes colder in morning and evening with temperatures varying around 9 to 22 degree celcius 

Harsil Overview

State:Uttarakhand
District:Uttarkashi
Duration to Explore:3-4 Whole Days
Best time to visit:Apr – Oct, Dec-Jan
Languages:Hindi and English
Summer Temperature:Max 24°C & Min 14°C
Winter Temperature:Max 12°C & Min -2°C
Nearest Major City:Dehradun (217.6 km via NH 34)
Nearest Airport:Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun
Nearest Railway Station:Dehradun Railway Station

Places to Visit in Harsil

1 Dharali
2 mukhba temple 
3 kedar taal 
4 sattal trek 
5 lama top trek

1 Dharali

  • Dharali is a perfect village arranged a good ways off of 3kms from Harsil. Dharali can be effectively moved toward through motorable streets.
    Dharali is a beautiful village settled on the quiet banks of stream Ganges. This town is at an elevation of 648 meters above river level and lies in Rajgarhi tehsil or block. The fantasy village of Dharali is situated at an ideal distance of 3 km from the fundamental town. Dharali is renowned for its sparkling apple plantations and Rajma development. 
  • MUKHWAS VILLAGE

MUKHBA TEMPLE LIES IN THIS AREA Mukhwa town is arranged just 1km from Harsil. Mukhwa is the home of Goddess Gangotri during winters in light of the fact that Gangotri locale is inclined to weighty snowfall during winters. Lovers love at Mukhwa town during winters when the entryways of the Gangotri sanctuary stays shut.
This spot is well famous because of the way that the icon of maa Ganga is carried down to Mukhba from Gangotri temple in the Upper Himalayas and kept here all through the winters as Gangotri becomes out of reach because of weighty Snowfall.

3  KEDAR TAL

Kedar Tal, also known as lord shiva’s lake, it is a frosty lake situated at a height of 4,750 meters (15,600 feet) in the Garhwal area of the Himalayas in India. The lake is taken care of by the snowfall over Mt Thalay Sagar (6,904m), Meru (6,672m), Mt Bhrigupanth (6,772m) and other encompassing peaks, which are likewise the wellspring of Kedar Ganga, which in Hindu folklore is viewed as Ruler Shiva’s commitment to Bhagirathi (a source-stream of the Ganges). The nearness with wonderful pinnacles and the view this trip offers will cause you to have confidence in sorcery. The actual lake is completely clear blue, the coolest beverage of water you’ll at any point find and a genuine jewel of Uttarakhand. Adding to the appeal of this trip is the trailhead of Gangotri, where the path starts, and furthermore the blessed town said to be the beginning of the Ganges Stream. The spot blasts to life during yatra season, with business sectors, sanctuaries, daily aartis and woods loaded with sadhus. Save a couple of days to investigate here after your trip. The best opportunity to do the Kedartal journey are the long periods of May, June, September and, October. Remain on this page for additional subtleties like Kedar Tal journey course map, agenda, temperature graph, photographs, and recordings. Look as far as possible to peruse Kedartal journey sites.

4 Sattal Trek

A 7km trip from Dharali takes you to Sattal, a gathering of seven lakes, situated in the midst of lovely environs and a brilliant campground. It’s a solitary day journey that will take you through five lakes. These five lakes are Mridunga Taal, Dabria Taal, Chadkia Taal, Rikh Taal and Bakria Taal. You will require an additional day on the off chance that you wish to visit the other two lakes, roosted at a similarly higher elevation.

5 lama top trek

in bagori village besides the army there is a small trek to a small peak called lama top, it is situated at an elevation of 2600mts above sea level.

the trek offers scenic beauty of forest with breath taking views of harsil valley and bhagirathi river.

the trek is only 2.5kms long. but is one of the steepest treks in the himalyas ,in 1 km it will get anyone tired and exhaust 

so do remember to bring a water bottle and necessary medicines with you. 

How to reach :

By road :


Harsil is all around associated by motorable streets with significant objections of Uttarakhand state. Harsil is arranged on NH108 which associates Gangotri in Uttarkashi area. Transports to Rishikesh, Tehri, and Uttarkashi are accessible from ISBT Kashmiri Entryway, Delhi. Transports and Taxicabs to Harsil are easily accessible from significant tourist places of Uttarakhand state like Rishikesh, Dehradun, Tehri, Barkot, Uttarkashi, and so on.


by air :
Jolly Grant Airport is the closest Air terminal to Harsil at a distance of 232kms and is very much connected with Delhi with everyday flights. to approach from the airbase to the village, one can easily hire a taxi.


By Rail :
The closest rail line station to Harsil is Rishikesh. Rishikesh rail line station is arranged 215kms before Harsil on NH58. Rishikesh is all around associated by rail route networks with significant objections of India and trains to Rishikesh are regular. Cabs and transports are accessible from Rishikesh to Tehri Garhwal, Uttarkashi, and Harsil.


Accomodations

1 snowpod resort harsil


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