Famous spots in Uttarakhand open up for tourists
In an attempt to boost the tourism sector in Uttarakhand, the state government has opened famous tourist spots in the state. However, keeping the health safety of all stakeholders at the utmost priority, the tourists wishing to visit the valley will have to submit a negative RT-PCR report and abide by all the COVID-19 protocols put in place across the state.
The decision has not only enthralled the tourists across the country but has also brought great enthusiasm for the businesses associated with tourism.
Among many popular places, the Valley of Flower, situated at an altitude of 12995 feet above sea level in Chamoli district and Jim Corbett Park, India's oldest national park located in the Nainital district are the key attraction points for the tourists.
Presently more than 50 species of flowers are blooming in the valley. The Valley of Flowers National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the two main areas of the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve. The place offers an ethereal view of exotic flowers like Orchids, Poppies, Primulas, Marigolds, Daisies, and Anemones. It is believed that in the Ramayana period, Hanuman came to this valley in search of the Sanjeevani herb. The months of July, August, and September are considered the best to visit the Valley of Flowers. Mountain ranges and beautiful glaciers surround the valley and this area remains a center of attraction for its medicinal, flora, and fauna. When the rainy season starts, the valley becomes a picturesque place with flowers and the whole place glows like a colorful palette. This divine place is also home to some rare and endangered creatures. The journey to the Valley of flowers is a zig-zag trail of 16 km, during which the tourist moves ahead while looking at the beauty of nature so that he does not find his journey difficult.
Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, the Corbett National Park is spread over an area of 521 sq km in two districts; a major part of the park covers an area of 312.86 sq km in Pauri Garhwal district and the remaining 208.14 sq km in Nainital district. Jim Corbett National Park is a perfect destination for wildlife lovers as well as nature lovers. Every year lakhs of tourists from all over the country and the world come here to enjoy the jungle safari. Talking about animals, apart from tigers, many animals like elephants, Chital, Sambhar, Nilgai, Gharial, King cobra, Wild boar, Spiny wild rat, fox, and Indian chameleon are found in Jim Corbett. Apart from this, more than 600 species of birds are also present here.
Even during the lockdown period the state of Uttarakhand, remained the most preferred state for Workcation. A plentiful of homestays, hotels and resorts in Uttarakhand offers delightful and pocket-friendly workation packages to the visitors, which can be tailor-made as per the demand.
