Kanatal
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Kanatal is a city in Uttarakhand, 78 km ahead of Dehradun
(Capital of State Uttarakhand
), 38 km ahead of Mussoorie
which is also known as the Queen of Hills & 12 km from Chamba
. Kanatal is a hamlet built around numerous hills, a locale which personifies the romantic aura of Tehri District, Uttarakhand
, State. Located on the Chamba-Mussoorie highway.
With a spectacular view of the snow covered hills and the green forests, Kanatal, Uttarakhand
welcomes a large number of visitors every year. Kanatal is situated nearly 300 km far from Delhi
at an altitude of over 8500 feet (2590 meters). By virtue of the natural beauty of this place Kanatal allures many tourists every year.
. Located at a height of 9995 feet, you get a 360 degree view from the top of the temple. This temple is located 8 km on the road towards Mussoorie to Kaddukhal. One has to trek 2 km on foot to the little temple. Ponies are also available here.
Known for its mesmerizing beauty, beautiful sights, verdant forests, invigorating winds and tranquil weather, Kanatal presents a perfect getaway from Delhi
. It’s a small little town near Mussoorie
, relatively unknown to the outside world. Easily accessible by road, train or even by air it provides the perfect retreat from the hassles of daily life - a perfect place to have a word with nature in its purest form.
Kanatal is a hill station where one feels a sense of calmness. One will not find any bustling shopping malls, people hurrying for work, commercialization and destruction of natural beauty here. Kanatal shows us why Robert Frost
wrote so many poems about nature.
A traveller may spend his day lazing around, going for a walk, playing cards or chess, enjoying small picnics, photography, meditation or yoga. One can think of many creative ways to spend the days here in leisure.
Kanatal at an altitude of 2590 meters above sea level, has a few hotels, which offer the spectacular view of the majestic snow covered hills like Trishul, Chaukhamba and Bandarpuch. Some of the premium stay options in Kanatal include Kanatal Resort & Spa and The Terraces, Budget hotel includes The Hermitage & Lavasta. Some camps like Camp carnival.
, Dehradun
, Dhanaulti
, Mussoorie
etc.
and major cities. The closest railway station & airport is Dehradun
. Taxis are easily available for Kanatal. Throughout the year is the best time to visit because in summers you can stay away from heat & in winters enjoy snowfall there.
Dehradun
- Geography :The Dehradun district has various types of physical geography from Himalayan mountains to Plains. Raiwala is the lowest point at 315 meters above sea level, and the highest points are within the Tiuni hills, rising to 3700 m above sea level...
(Capital of State Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand , formerly Uttaranchal, is a state in the northern part of India. It is often referred to as the Land of Gods due to the many holy Hindu temples and cities found throughout the state, some of which are among Hinduism's most spiritual and auspicious places of pilgrimage and worship...
), 38 km ahead of Mussoorie
Mussoorie
Mussoorie is a city and a municipal board in the Dehradun District of the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is located about 35 km from the state capital of Dehradun and 290 km north from the national capital of New Delhi...
which is also known as the Queen of Hills & 12 km from Chamba
Chamba
Chamba may refer to:*Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, city in Himachal Pradesh, India*Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India*Chamba State, princely state*Chamba, Uttarakhand, small town in Tehri-Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India...
. Kanatal is a hamlet built around numerous hills, a locale which personifies the romantic aura of Tehri District, Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand , formerly Uttaranchal, is a state in the northern part of India. It is often referred to as the Land of Gods due to the many holy Hindu temples and cities found throughout the state, some of which are among Hinduism's most spiritual and auspicious places of pilgrimage and worship...
, State. Located on the Chamba-Mussoorie highway.
With a spectacular view of the snow covered hills and the green forests, Kanatal, Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand , formerly Uttaranchal, is a state in the northern part of India. It is often referred to as the Land of Gods due to the many holy Hindu temples and cities found throughout the state, some of which are among Hinduism's most spiritual and auspicious places of pilgrimage and worship...
welcomes a large number of visitors every year. Kanatal is situated nearly 300 km far from Delhi
Delhi
Delhi , officially National Capital Territory of Delhi , is the largest metropolis by area and the second-largest by population in India, next to Mumbai. It is the eighth largest metropolis in the world by population with 16,753,265 inhabitants in the Territory at the 2011 Census...
at an altitude of over 8500 feet (2590 meters). By virtue of the natural beauty of this place Kanatal allures many tourists every year.
History
Few years back there used to be a lake by the name of Kanatal , now it doesn’t exist . To make it memorable, the place named KANATAL. Surkunda Devi is a very sacred temple in Kanatal, dedicated to Sati Ji; Kanatal is the place where Shankar Ji brought her dead body on his trishul from HaridwarHaridwar
Haridwar is an important pilgrimage city and municipality in the Haridwar district of Uttarakhand, India...
. Located at a height of 9995 feet, you get a 360 degree view from the top of the temple. This temple is located 8 km on the road towards Mussoorie to Kaddukhal. One has to trek 2 km on foot to the little temple. Ponies are also available here.
Known for its mesmerizing beauty, beautiful sights, verdant forests, invigorating winds and tranquil weather, Kanatal presents a perfect getaway from Delhi
Delhi
Delhi , officially National Capital Territory of Delhi , is the largest metropolis by area and the second-largest by population in India, next to Mumbai. It is the eighth largest metropolis in the world by population with 16,753,265 inhabitants in the Territory at the 2011 Census...
. It’s a small little town near Mussoorie
Mussoorie
Mussoorie is a city and a municipal board in the Dehradun District of the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is located about 35 km from the state capital of Dehradun and 290 km north from the national capital of New Delhi...
, relatively unknown to the outside world. Easily accessible by road, train or even by air it provides the perfect retreat from the hassles of daily life - a perfect place to have a word with nature in its purest form.
Kanatal is a hill station where one feels a sense of calmness. One will not find any bustling shopping malls, people hurrying for work, commercialization and destruction of natural beauty here. Kanatal shows us why Robert Frost
Robert Frost
Robert Lee Frost was an American poet. He is highly regarded for his realistic depictions of rural life and his command of American colloquial speech. His work frequently employed settings from rural life in New England in the early twentieth century, using them to examine complex social and...
wrote so many poems about nature.
Climate
A pleasant and relaxing weather throughout the year, Kanatal is lovely weekend getaway from the scorching heat, humidity and pollution laden atmosphere of the metro cities. The temperature here hovers between 10-20 degrees Celsius in summers. In winters, it presents a mesmerizing sight of snow carpeted grounds and trees presenting a white wonderland& temperature lies in between 5-10 degrees.A traveller may spend his day lazing around, going for a walk, playing cards or chess, enjoying small picnics, photography, meditation or yoga. One can think of many creative ways to spend the days here in leisure.
Kanatal at an altitude of 2590 meters above sea level, has a few hotels, which offer the spectacular view of the majestic snow covered hills like Trishul, Chaukhamba and Bandarpuch. Some of the premium stay options in Kanatal include Kanatal Resort & Spa and The Terraces, Budget hotel includes The Hermitage & Lavasta. Some camps like Camp carnival.
Sightseeing & What to do in Kanatal
Taking a walk through the lush green meadows, having a picnic, lazing in the sun, playing cards or chess, doing meditation or yoga, writing poems, reflecting on provoking thoughts, photography and travelling to some nearby sights are some of the things that one can do in Kanatal. One will not find any bustling shopping malls there but quiet long trails. Kanatal also offers a few scenic places around, which include Surkhanda Devi Temple, Kodia Jungle, Tehri Dam, etc. While at Kanatal one can also plan a trip to close by places - ChambaChamba
Chamba may refer to:*Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, city in Himachal Pradesh, India*Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India*Chamba State, princely state*Chamba, Uttarakhand, small town in Tehri-Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India...
, Dehradun
Dehradun
- Geography :The Dehradun district has various types of physical geography from Himalayan mountains to Plains. Raiwala is the lowest point at 315 meters above sea level, and the highest points are within the Tiuni hills, rising to 3700 m above sea level...
, Dhanaulti
Dhanaulti
Dhanaulti also known as Dhanolti, is a hill station from the popular hill station of Mussoorie, and from Chamba, as it is situated between the two....
, Mussoorie
Mussoorie
Mussoorie is a city and a municipal board in the Dehradun District of the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is located about 35 km from the state capital of Dehradun and 290 km north from the national capital of New Delhi...
etc.
Geography
Kanatal has an average elevation of about 8500 feet (2590 meters). The highest point is Surkunda Devi Temple, at a height of about 9,995 feet (get a 360 degree view from the top of the temple).Accessibility
Kanatal is conveniently connected by road to DelhiDelhi
Delhi , officially National Capital Territory of Delhi , is the largest metropolis by area and the second-largest by population in India, next to Mumbai. It is the eighth largest metropolis in the world by population with 16,753,265 inhabitants in the Territory at the 2011 Census...
and major cities. The closest railway station & airport is Dehradun
Dehradun
- Geography :The Dehradun district has various types of physical geography from Himalayan mountains to Plains. Raiwala is the lowest point at 315 meters above sea level, and the highest points are within the Tiuni hills, rising to 3700 m above sea level...
. Taxis are easily available for Kanatal. Throughout the year is the best time to visit because in summers you can stay away from heat & in winters enjoy snowfall there.
Places of Interest
- Tehri Dam - The Tehri Dam at New Tehri is quite famous. This dam is built on the confluence of River Bhagirathi and Bhilangna and make for an interesting visit. While at New Tehri, also visit the Pant Research Institute where various kinds of fruits and plants are grown.
- Kodia Jungle - Just a km away on the road towards ChambaChambaChamba may refer to:*Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, city in Himachal Pradesh, India*Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India*Chamba State, princely state*Chamba, Uttarakhand, small town in Tehri-Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India...
, this place is a very nice picnic spot. A levelled walk of 7 to 8 km will see dense forests, suddenly opening up into a vast expanse of undulating hills and valleys. Tiny, gurgling natural springs come along the way. The track is also jeepable. If you are lucky you could spot a few wild animals.
- MussoorieMussoorieMussoorie is a city and a municipal board in the Dehradun District of the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is located about 35 km from the state capital of Dehradun and 290 km north from the national capital of New Delhi...
- Mussoorie is 37 km from Kanatal and is a popular tourist destination that hardly needs an introduction. Mussoorie also called the Queen of the Hills is a favourite among travellers especially from DelhiDelhiDelhi , officially National Capital Territory of Delhi , is the largest metropolis by area and the second-largest by population in India, next to Mumbai. It is the eighth largest metropolis in the world by population with 16,753,265 inhabitants in the Territory at the 2011 Census...
and nearby areas. There is quite a bit to do in Mussoorie. One can visit Kempty falls, take a stroll on the Mall Road or the Camel’s back road. The place is filled with game centres, restaurants, and local shops.
- ChambaChambaChamba may refer to:*Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, city in Himachal Pradesh, India*Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India*Chamba State, princely state*Chamba, Uttarakhand, small town in Tehri-Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India...
- About 16 km from Kanatal is the hamlet of Chamba, UttarakhandUttarakhandUttarakhand , formerly Uttaranchal, is a state in the northern part of India. It is often referred to as the Land of Gods due to the many holy Hindu temples and cities found throughout the state, some of which are among Hinduism's most spiritual and auspicious places of pilgrimage and worship...
. Chamba is untouched and untamed by the vices of urbanisation and commercialisation. About 1600 meters above the sea level, this place is more quite than Mussoorie and offers an opportunity to relax and rejuvenate.
- DhanaultiDhanaultiDhanaulti also known as Dhanolti, is a hill station from the popular hill station of Mussoorie, and from Chamba, as it is situated between the two....
- At a distance of 12 km from Kanatal and 30 km from MussoorieMussoorieMussoorie is a city and a municipal board in the Dehradun District of the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is located about 35 km from the state capital of Dehradun and 290 km north from the national capital of New Delhi...
, Dhanaulti is like a cool winter breeze. Unspoilt by commercialisation, one can feel the nature here. Treks, pony rides along fruit orchards and water streams appearing from nowhere can keep you busy as there is no mall for shopping or video games. Roads to Dhanaulti are not so bad and this can be a place worth visiting.
- Shivpuri - About 75 km from Kanatal and close to Rishikesh is Shivpuri, where you can enjoy rafting. Shivpuri is perhaps the most convenient and popular rafting destination close to Delhi. Best time to go rafting is from September to October and then from March to May. It is closed in the monsoon season.