Rudranath Temple - Gaurikund Uttaranchal

Passing through the glorious mountain ranges of Himalaya tourist will reach the land of Hindu god and goddess.

Rudranath temple in Gaurikund is situated amidst the thick woods of Uttaranchal. The mountain formation in the area is strange and if looked at closely, resembles the face of Lord Shiva, and is thus known as ‘Rudramukh’. The word ‘Mukh’ means face, and the word ‘Rudra’ refers to Lord Shiva. This place is situated at a height of 2,286meters and is surrounded by pristine nature and mountainous flora. In this place Lord Shiva is worshipped as ‘Neelkantha’. The idyllic ambience and the unspoilt nature make the place more pious and sacred for the devotees.

Not only the domestic tourists, but the international tourists too, will always find nirvana in the Himalayan ranges. The land and the spirituality associated with it make a perfect combination for the people who want to enjoy their holidays in Uttaranchal.

Apart from religious importance, this place holds mythological significance too. An old rusty sword is worshiped in Nandikund, which is believed to be the sword of Pandavas who left their mark in the place. Rudramukh is a perfect place to spend time in tranquility. The peace and the silence that fills the place will definitely help the devotees to identify a different dimension to life and can easily help to enlighten them in true sense.

Trekking to Rudrakund is always a matter of adventure and thrill. The route is not a very easy one and tourist should take help from a local guide, as they can help you reach the perfect destination. While trekking towards Rudranath, tourists will find various other temples, which proves Uttaranchal to be the ‘abode of lords’. The nearest airport is Jollygrant which is connected by various domestic flights. Haridwar, Rishikesh and Dehradun are the nearest rail heads. From the railway junction, tourists can hire taxis, jeeps or buses that are easily available. After reaching Gopeshwar, tourists have to trek for 15 kms to reach Rudranath. The Mandir committee guest house is available for the devotees who want to stay overnight at the place.

Naina Devi Temple - Nainital Uttaranchal

Nainital is a beautiful hill-station in the state of Uttaranchal, surrounded by mountains on the three sides. Earlier, this area of Nainital had many lakes and it was known as the ‘City of 60 Lakes’ or ‘Chakta’. Most of the lakes have disappeared in the present times. Now, the very life of the town of Nainital revolves around the lake of Naini. There are few other lakes in and around Nainital which are equally attractive and beautiful as the Naini Lake.

The hill-station of Nainital was discovered by a British called Lord Barron in the year 1841. It is known that the mesmerizing beauty of the surroundings and the pleasant weather of the place impressed the British administrator very much. Lord Barron transformed the hill-station of Nainital into the summer capital of the United Province. The splendid hill-station of Nainital is a major tourist attraction and is always bustling with visitors.

The lake of Nainital is very pretty. According to legend, Goddess Sati, wife of Lord Shiva, jumped into a sacrificial bonfire. Lord Shiva, in order to mourn the death of his beloved wife, carried her body across the country.

The remains of the sacred body of Sati fell at various places, and according to the belief of the local populace, the lake is the site where the eyes of the Goddess Sati fell. All of these places have become the holy worship places for the Hindus. Here, the Naina Devi Temple in Nainital is dedicated to Goddess Naina Devi.