If you have a craze for exploring new places and capturing new dimensions then a visit to New Tehri would be the perfect option as the place envelopes a number of temples, villages and some rare but beautiful attractions.
TEHRI DAM
Tehri dam is renowned as the largest and highest dam in Asia and is considered as the 10th tallest dam in the world harnessing water from Bhilangana and Bhagirathi, the two essential rivers in the Himalayas.
CHANDRABADNI TEMPLE
Devoted to Goddess Sati, Chandrabadni is one of the most revered Shaktipeethas and spiritually blessed temples of the divinity.
SEM MUKHEM TEMPLE
Making its place in the heart of the devotees and New Tehri is the Sem Mukhem Temple situated at a height of 2903 m. The temple is dedicated to the snake god, and to reach the temple set on the hilltop, one has to trek 7 km from Khamba Khal which is 64 km away from New Tehri.
DHANAULTI
Another place where you can find yourself in if you are looking for peace is Dhanaulti. The hill station is situated 40kms away from New Tehri and has recently become a popular tourist attraction as it offers the view of the icy mountains and the dense forests.
CHAMBA
Rooted amidst the dense forest, lies the town of Chamba, just 11 km away from New Tehri. The town which is set an elevation of 1600 m is best known as an unpolluted land and offers the scintillating view of the snow capped mountains and soul-stirring peaceful aura.
BUDA KEDAR
If you traverse 59 km from New Tehri, you will find this old temple settled at the conflux of Dharam Ganga rivers and Bal Ganga rivers. Buda Kedar is believed to be the spot where Duryodhan from Mahabharata offered Tarpana.
PANTWARI VILLAGE
This village serves as the base camp for the Nag Tibba trek and makes its mark near the famous hill stations like Dehradun and Rishikesh. Pantwari village is located 124 km away from New Tehri and is covered with rhododendron and oak trees, mountains peaks and is home to many beautiful birds.
KHATLING GLACIER
For a good trekking experience, you can opt hiking to Khatling Glacier. The trek begins from Ghuttu which is 62 km away from New Tehri and once you start making your way you will witness the mesmerizing view of the Himalayas.
