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