Kanatal is known as a lover’s paradise and is one of the best honeymoon destinations in Uttarakhand. The hill station offers several activities in Kanatal are sightseeing, trekking and sky walking amongst various others. The name Kanatal was originally the name of a lake, which dried up. But the name stuck by and Kanatal became the name of the city which helps the once existing lake.
Of the many places of Kanatal, the Surkhandha Devi Temple is the best. This temple was made in the name of Sati. When she died in Haridwar, Shiva brought her disjoint head from her corpse, on his three-headed spear, to this lake. This temple sits at an elevation of about 10000 m above sea level. It offers a panoramic view of the entire city. The 2 km that has to be covered before reaching this temple can be covered using ponies that are available.
The temperature experienced here is between 10° C and 20° C. this is mild, cool weather that makes travel so much fun. During winters, the city is heavily covered in white snow. The trees dotting the surface of this area is like a breath of fresh air (literally).
There are so many places to visit and so many things to do in Kanatal. Some of the best places which are included in the best places list include Tehri Dam too. This dam is attached to the Tehri Lake, in New Tehri. The Kodia Jungle is another such place. This jungle is full of all sorts of animals and plants. Chamba is an amazing spot for a picnic. This place is enjoyed by visitors and locals alike. Other places of possible interest are Shivpuri, Mussoorie, Dehradun etc. All these places are considered as the best nearby place to Kanatal which you can visit.
