City: Uttarakhand
Top Things to do in Uttarakhand
Top Hotels in Uttarakhand
Things to do in Uttarakhand, India: The Best Flea & Street Markets
Uttarakhand (English: /ˌʊtəˈrɑːkʌnd/), officially the State of Uttarakhand (Uttarākhaṇḍ Rājya), formerly known as Uttaranchal, is a state in the northern part of India. It is often referred to as the Devbhumi (literally "Land of the Gods") due to many Hindu temples and pilgrimage centres found throughout the state. Uttarakhand is known for the natural environment of the Himalayas, the Bhabhar and the Terai. On 9 November 2000, Uttarakhand became the 27th state of the Republic of India, being created from the Himalayan and adjoining northwestern districts of Uttar Pradesh. It borders Tibet to the north; the Province No. 7 of Nepal to the east; and the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh to the south and Himachal Pradesh to the west and north-west as well as Haryana on its south-western corner. The state is divided into two divisions, Garhwal and Kumaon, with a total of 13 districts. The interim capital of Uttarakhand is Dehradun, the largest city of the state, which is a railhead. The High Court of the state is located in Nainital.
Restaurants in Uttarakhand
1. Bara Bazaar
2. Landour Bazaar
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By TRAVELLERESS
Someone has quoted a very interesting thing for Landour, 'If I woke up in a stupor and was airdropped to Landour, it could be 2015 or 2025 and I wouldn't be able to tell!' It is completely true. Landour is a quaint little cantonement town in the foothills of the Himalayas at an altitude of about 2200 meters. A twin town of Mussoorie where time is frozen taking you all the way back to the British Raj. In fact! It owes its birth to the Britishers in early 1800 s. That's why you see a lot of structures which reminds you of a colonial era. Rokeby Manor - a 175 years old heritage home restored as an awe-inspiring English-style Country Estate hotel, a lovely English cottage homestay La Villa Bethany, a beautiful St.Paul's Anglican Church built in 1839 with stained glass windows and many old cottages built in a Tudor style. Landour is so magical and laidback that you can decide to do nothing and yet not feel guilty about it. Either sit in a balcony overlooking snow clad Himalayan peaks of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Bandarpooch, Yamontri, Gangotri and a Doon valley with a steaming cup of ginger, lemon and honey tea in one hand and a book in the other oblivious to the ticking clock or go for idyllic walks for hours on the trail lined with Pines, Deodars and Oaks. Silence around is so profound that only thing you hear is a gusty wind whispering to the tall trees making you embrace your woollens more tightly or the birds chirping gaily or the dry leaves crushing under your feet. Scents of wild flowers tantalize your senses as the cool breeze passes by. All you can see till horizon are Shivalik hills and lofty Himalayan peaks playing peek a boo in the mist. If you are lucky then on a clear day, can witness a 'false sunset' a phenomenon seen only here and in Switzerland. There are literally two places in Landour where all the economic activities happen. Char Dukaan consisting of a post office, two general stores, a cafe and Sister's Bazaar with its iconic Bakehouse a charming place for its amazing bakery items and A.Prakash & Co. a grocery store which sells some yummy in-house jams, cheese and peanut butter. On the circular path of Landour, a board hanging on a tree announces, ‘If we liked noise we wouldn’t live here, if you like noise you shouldn’t be here.’ Landour is a perfect pitstop for your life to refuel oxygen for your lungs and peace for your mind. It's a home to the likes of Ruskin Bond, Bill Aitken, Victor Banerjee, Tom Alter and many more. Experience Landour. Take a break, relax and rejuvenate for your journey ahead in life. Afterall, it's one life. Make it richer not only with the bank balance but also with lot of such invaluable experiences. By Hemali Shah An avid traveller
3. Moti Bazaar
4. Tibetan Market
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By Neertravel - New Delhi, India
This is the Cheapest and affordable market in Nainital. You can buy a lots of jackets, scarfs, caps, woolen caps and enjoy the pahadi momos here.
5. Paltan Bazaar
6. Library Bazaar
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 107 reviews
Reviewed By BATRASHANKAR - Neemrana, India
The library view at Gandhi Chowk is a must-visit place when you travel to Mussoorie. We were a group of 4 friends and enjoyed a lot at this place. The view is exceptionally awesome and is a great tourist attraction.
