Hotels in Uttarakhand, India

Uttarakhand is a northern Indian state cradled in the Himalayas, famous for its ancient Hindu temples and trekking routes. Summers (70-85°F / 21-29°C) are perfect for hiking to the Valley of Flowers, a UNESCO site with over 500 alpine blooms, while winters (30-50°F / -1-10°C) draw pilgrims to the Char Dham temples-like Kedarnath, rebuilt after 2013 floods. If you want rafting, the Ganges River in Rishikesh offers Class III-IV rapids from September to November, and during monsoons (July-September), road trips to hill stations like Nainital give you cheaper stays and misty lake views.