Legend, Importance, Spiritual and Adventure Activities of Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand
Uttarkashi, the district place of Uttarakhand, also known as Shiv Nagari or Saumya Kashi is located on bank of River Bhagirathi, at height of 1165 mtrs. The meaning of Uttarkashi is “Kashi of North” and holds same importance as the Kashi or Banaras or Varanasi of Uttar Pradesh with rich heritage culture. Uttar Kashi also houses of Vishwanath Temple of Lord Shiva same like the Varanasi. Uttarkashi is highly famous in pilgrims as well as adventure lover as it has lot of temples, ashrams and trekking spots. Uttarkashi lies between the two river Varuna and the Asi and Manikarnika is one of the holiest Ghats in Uttarkashi.
Uttarkshi offers such a peace that it attract devotee and yogi fro