Uttarakhand Foundation Day 2023: Top 6 Interesting Facts To Know
By Anshika Verma09, Nov 2023 10:36 AMjagranjosh.com
Uttarakhand Foundation Day 2023
Uttarakhand Foundation Day is celebrated on November 9 every year. It marks the establishment of Uttarakhand. Let’s take a look at the top 6 interesting facts about Uttarakhand!
Rishikesh, the Yoga capital of the world
India's Yoga Capital is Rishikesh, in Uttarakhand. This area is home to numerous well-known yoga and meditation centers.
Second highest peak of India
At 7816 meters above sea level, Nanda Devi summit in Uttarakhand's Chamoli Garhwal District is the country's second-highest summit.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Uttarakhand
Nanda Devi National Park and the Valley of Flowers are two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Uttarakhand.
Origin of Ganga and Yamuna
Uttarakhand is the source of the Ganga and Yamuna. Yamuna comes from Yamunotri in the Himalayas, whereas Ganga comes from Gangotri.
the highest Shiva temple in the world
The highest Shiva temple in the world is located in Uttarakhand and is called Tungnath.
First national park in India
Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand is the first official national park established in 1936 for the conservation of tigers.