Haridwar is the gateway to the four pilgrimages in Uttaranchal. It's also your starting point on the journey to the sacred sources of the Ganga and Yamuna rivers. According to legend, Prince Bhagirath performed penance here to salvage the souls of his ancestors who had perished due to sage Kapila's curse. The penance was answered and the river Ganga trickled forth from Lord Shiva's locks and its bountiful water revived the sons of King Sagara. In the tradition of Bhagirath, devout Hindus stand in the sacred waters here, praying for the salvation of their ancestors.

The picturesque district of Almora is a fine blend of mountain beauty, ancient cultural influences, thickly wooded forests, scenic valleys, quaint cottages, crystal lakes and gushing rivers.all inspiring one to call it the "Switzerland of India". The district is adorned with garden orchards and provides a spectacular view of the Himalayas. Quiant hill resorts such as Chaukori, Ranikhet, Sitlakhet, Binsar, Kausani & Bageshwar are all around Almora and attract natural lovers.

located 47kms from Almora, it is famous for an ols Shiva Temple and many interesting natural caves in a charming landscape.

The temple was built in 12th century by the Katyuri Dynasty. One of the earliest Sun temples of India.

about 35kms north from Almora, Someshwar has an ancient Shiva temple considered to be constructed by the founder of the Chand Dynasty, Raja Som Chand.

it is famous for its temples of Durga from where onw can have a good view of Gogas valleys. Bhatkot ka pahaar is the highest peak in Kumaon Region which can be seen from Doonagiri.

10kms from Doonagiri, here caves built by the Pandavas are worth watching.

35kms from Almora, Jageshwar is believed to be the adobe of twelve Jyotirlings situated in a beautiful narrow valley surrounded by magnificent Deodar trees. The complex, consisting of 124 temples and hundreds of statues is famous not merely for its exquisite craftsmanship but also for its Swayambhu Linga named Nagesh.

A landmark in Almora, Chitai Temple has the presiding deity Lord Shiva, who is referred here by the name Lord Gollu. Local folks have much faith in this hilltop temple, they often visit here with offerings. The history says the temple was constructed by a general belonging to the Chand dynasty.

The temple is characterized by the large number of bells hanging in the premises. These bells are hung by the devotees as offerings making a wish or in thanksgiving on the fulfillment of one's wish.

also known as 'Uttar Vrindavan', is a village 10 km. away from Almora, in Uttarakhand state in India, most known for an Ashram by the same name, set up by 'Sri Yashoda Ma', a housewife turned ascetic in the 1930, along with her disciple 'Sri Krishna Prem' (1898-1965) a mystic of the 20th Century. The ashram was later run by his disciple, 'Sri Madhav Ashish' (1920-1997), another Englishman, who also later settled in India.