Thursday, February 10, 2011

Khirsu -The beautiful hill station in Uttarakhand

Khirsu -The beautiful hill station in Uttarakhand. Khirsu is a hidden dream with in a dense forest of pine, Oak and deodars, encircledby by the snow-laden Himalaya peaks, Nestled at an altitude of 1,700 mtrs, It is a place from the fairy tales and tales and one of the most unexplored destination of Garhwal.

At a distance of 19 Kms. from Pauri township, Khirshu offers the widest view of the mighty Himalaya peaks, On a clear day, you can count many known and unknown peaks from here. Away from the hustle bustle of city life, this pristine environment is ideal for a rebirth. So serene and noiseless that you can even hear the sounds of the cracking leaves under your feet.


Way To Reach Khirsu:

Khirsu Address
Pauri Garhwal
Uttaranchal - 246147
India

Reach Khirsu by Air: The nearest Airport jolly Grant (Dehradun), at a distance of 174 Kms

Reach Khirsu by Air Rail: The rail head is Kotdwar, 127 Kms.

Reach Khirsu by Road: A motor able road connects Khirsu with Pauri, The Nearest town, Pauri is well connected through roads with Dehradun, Rishikesh and Kotdwar. But, a trek from Pauri, down the Kandoliya hills offers the most exciting alternative route to Khirsu.

What To See in Khirsu:
Being at Khirsu one needs a different mindset. This place makes you introspective, closer to your natural self leaving behind your city life, your urban existence like a mere slough, get yourself immersed Completely, into the serene surroundings.In the vicinity of Khirsu, there are beautiful and dense forests of deodar and oak. These forests escalate the tranquility of this place. The ancient shrine of Ghandiyal Devta located nearby is also a good place to visit. The adjacent apple orchards are also a big draw amongst tourists.

During the months of winter, the snow-capped mountains of Khirsu play a major role to attract tourists. On the other hand, in summer, tourists can obtain a clear sight of the central Himalayas. About 300 stunning peaks, both named and unnamed, can be seen from Khirsu, which no doubt is a visual delight!

So, pack your bags and head straight to the scenic location of Khirsu to witness the natural splendor of the place with your own eyes.

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