Unforgettable journey from Chamba to New Tehri

Before the creation of Tehri Dam, Old Tehri village was located at the foot of surrounding mountains, but after the commissioning of Tehri Dam, the entire village was shifted to the summit of these mountains, and was named New Tehri. On our way to the dam, we had to pass through Chamba, one of the attractions of New Tehri that gets plenty of visitors every year.

We took a halt at Chamba during our trip to New Tehri. It is a fascinating Himalayan town, which preserves its good old charm. When we started from Chamba, and moved towards New Tehri, we were amazed by the beauty of its mountain slopes and lush greenery that covered the entire region. We passed through old Tehri en route to New Tehri, and found that it was covered with water from Tehri Dam. From this juncture, a road led to New Tehri, beautifully moving upwards with sharp turns. When we reached New Tehri, it was already dark and we were unable to witness its natural beauty.

The very next day, we came out of our hotel and were awestruck at the panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and a huge dam tucked between them. Our short trip to New Tehri was made memorable with these majestic views.

Sem Mukhem is an adventurous trekking point in New Tehri

 
New Tehri town emerged when the old township of Tehri was covered by water from the Tehri Dam, and there was an urgent need to rehabilitate the affected people. It is a planned township located in the Tehri Garhwal District of Uttarakhand. Its strategic location on the mountains has played an important role in its popularity among tourists, who enjoy the panoramic views that it offers.

Importance of Tehri also lies in the fact that it is a central point from where one can embark on excursions to the nearby tourist locations. Treks are also conducted in the this region, which gives adventure lovers the chance to enjoy marvellous views of Garhwal Mountains and have a glimpse of the life in the villages nestled along the mountain slopes. Among the many treks that are conducted from Tehri, the Sem Mukhem trek is greatly popular among locals as well as tourists, owing to the Nag Raja temple located in this area. This temple has a lot of importance in the lives of the locals.

Trekkers have to reach Khamba Khal, from where, the actual trek begins. One can take some rest in the middle of these treks at Sem Mukhem, and experience Himalayan hospitality in this beautiful village. A stay in Tehri can be enjoyed in any of the popular hotels or resorts located in this region, which have all the modern facilities in them.

Tehri dam the surprise nestled amidst laps of Himalayas

If you are bored with the routine sightseeing and visiting similar tourist locations then there is a fascinating alternative for you to visit and that is nothing else but the Tehri Dam tucked amidst the natural beauty of Uttarakhand. This piece of excellent craftsmanship using modern construction technology is one of its kinds in Asia. You will be totally amazed by viewing this dam from nearby hilly region. In recent years Tehri has also achieved recognition as one of the finest tourist location.

Tehri Dam

The district of Tehri is the gateway for many other places near the dam to visit like Devprayag, Nagtibba, ancient temples of Buda Kedar, Surkanda Devi and Chandrabadani. The region being a hilly region and an agricultural land you will be mesmerized by panoramic views of the surroundings, while travelling here. Nagtibba is an excellent trekking point full of jungles offering great experience of capturing the Himalayan peaks. Devprayag is one of the five exclusive confluences of river Alaknanda and Bhagirathi. Three mountain peaks surrounding it add to the beauty of the region. Resorts of Tehri provide a relief to visitors of the dam and provide an interesting stay supported with all the modern amenities. Book your resort or hotel prior to arrival so that you don’t face any delay and discomfort.  

Tehri is a prospering tourist attraction of North India

Tehri Dam finds its place on top of the list of other Indian dams like Bhakra Nangal Dam of Himachal Pradesh, Hirakud Dam of Orissa, Nagarjunasagar Dam of Andhra Pradesh, and Sardar Sarovar Dam of Gujarat. Praised as Asia’s largest dam, it has established a record of deploying one of the major hydroelectric projects.

During the period of its construction, entry to the region was restricted; but now, you can book your stay in any of the resorts of Tehri and witness the marvellous natural beauty of Uttarakhand. Best time to be in this part of the world is during the period from February to April and from September to March. Tourists would also enjoy being in this region during the period from April to June. Kanatal and Dhanaulti are the places close to it that are worth visiting. Kanatal is a hilly terrain, where you can enjoy walking through the dense jungles of deodar and pine. You can come across some beautiful orchids and gardens full of apples while taking a Jeep ride through mountain slopes.

Tourists spot in New Tehri

Dhanaulti is a serene hill station close to Mussoorie, which is blessed with scenic views of green meadows and snow-capped Himalayan peaks. Most recent attraction at this place is the Eco Park, having a recreational area with beautiful walking tracks and adventure activities like Flying Fox and Burma Bridge.

Dhanaulti, Mussoorie