13 places to discover
Chandrashila Peak is a mountain summit located above Tungnath Temple in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, India. Standing at approximately 3,690 meters (12,110 feet), it offers panoramic 360-degree views of major Himalayan peaks including Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Chaukhamba. The peak is accessible via a trek from Chopta through Tungnath Temple and holds religious significance as a site where Lord Rama is believed to have meditated.
Ganesh Tok is a small hilltop Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha located about 6-7 km from Gangtok in Sikkim, situated at an altitude of around 6,500 feet on the Gangtok-Nathula Highway. Maintained with support from the Indian Army, the temple features a compact shrine, a viewing lounge and balcony offering panoramic views of Gangtok town and the Kanchenjunga range. It is a popular stop for both pilgrims and sightseers.
Jaundhar Glacier is a major glacier in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, situated at approximately 4,300 meters altitude near Har Ki Dun valley. It lies 13 kilometers beyond Har Ki Dun and serves as one of the largest contributors to the Tons River, the largest tributary of the Yamuna. The glacier is positioned at the base of the Swargarohini peak massif.
Junargali Pass is a high-altitude mountain pass located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India, situated at an elevation of approximately 5,150 meters (16,896 feet). It lies above the famous Roopkund Lake and serves as the highest point on the Roopkund trekking route. The pass offers panoramic views of Himalayan peaks including Mount Trishul and Nanda Ghunti.
Kalika Temple is a 500-year-old Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, located approximately 5-6 km from Ranikhet town in Almora district. Situated near the Upat Golf Course at an altitude of around 1,869 meters, the temple offers panoramic views of snow-capped Himalayan peaks. The shrine has been a site of devotion for locals and visitors for centuries and is known for its serene hilltop setting.
Nabhidhang is a high-altitude viewpoint and meadow located at approximately 4,266-4,300 meters in the Vyas Valley of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It serves as the primary viewing point for Om Parvat, a sacred Himalayan peak where permanent snow forms a natural pattern resembling the Sanskrit OM symbol. The site lies near the India-Nepal-Tibet trijunction and requires an Inner Line Permit for access.
Namika La is a high mountain pass at about 3,700 metres on the Srinagar-Leh National Highway (NH 1) between Kargil and Leh, near Mulbekh in Kargil district, Ladakh. Known as the Pillar of the Sky, it is one of two major passes on this route alongside Fotu La. The pass offers panoramic views of rugged Himalayan and Zanskar ranges and serves as a scenic stopover for travellers driving between Srinagar and Leh.
Nanda Devi East Base Camp is a high-altitude trekking destination located near the Pachu Glacier in the Johar Valley of Uttarakhand's Kumaon Himalayas. Situated at approximately 4,200-4,300 meters elevation, this remote base camp offers trekkers close-up views of Nanda Devi East (7,434 m), India's second-highest peak. The base camp lies within the outer sanctuary of Nanda Devi National Park and is accessible via a challenging multi-day trek from Munsiyari through abandoned villages including Martoli.
Pindari Glacier is a Himalayan glacier located in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand at approximately 3,660 meters altitude. It is one of the most accessible glaciers in India, situated between Nanda Devi and Nanda Kot peaks. The glacier gives rise to the Pindar River and is surrounded by towering mountain peaks. Visitors reach the glacier via a moderate multi-day trek through remote villages and scenic valleys.
Ralam Village is a remote Himalayan settlement located in the Johar Valley of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. Situated at an altitude of approximately 3,130 meters, it is inhabited by the Bhotia community, specifically the Rang tribe. The village features traditional stone-and-wood houses and serves as the last inhabited settlement before the Ralam Glacier. It offers visitors insight into traditional mountain life and acts as a base for high-altitude treks.
Sandakphu Viewpoint is located at Sandakphu, the highest peak in West Bengal at 3,636 metres on the Singalila Ridge along the India-Nepal border in Darjeeling district. Situated inside Singalila National Park, it is renowned for offering panoramic views of four of the world's five highest peaks including Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse and Makalu. The viewpoint is a major highlight of the Sandakphu-Phalut trek and attracts trekkers and nature visitors.
Sunderdhunga Glacier is located in the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand in the Kumaon Himalayas at an elevation of approximately 4,320 meters above sea level. The name Sunderdhunga means valley of beautiful stones, referring to ice-crafted boulders left by ancient glaciers. This remote glacier trek passes through thick forests and alpine meadows, offering views of peaks including Tharkot, Mrigthuni, and Panwalidwar.
Zero Point is the terminal viewpoint of the Pindari Glacier trek in Uttarakhand's Kumaon Himalayas, situated at approximately 3,660-3,750 meters altitude. This location marks where the glacier's snout becomes visible, surrounded by snow-clad peaks including Nanda Devi, Nanda Kot, Baljuri, and Changuch. The site represents the culmination of a multi-day trek through rhododendron forests and mountain valleys.