People who enjoy travelling understand the excitement of discovering a new location with fewer people and an abundance of natural beauty. Because, let's face it, we vacation to unwind and get away from the ever-present stress of life.??
Finding a place that may provide consolation and tranquilly is a blessing in and of itself.?A travel blogger has discovered one such secret haven among the mountains near Rishikesh and Dehradun, where you can relax in peace. Here's what it's called:
The name of the location is Chakrata, and there is one peculiar feature about it: no foreigners are permitted in this hill station near two of India's most popular tourist destinations.
A travel blogger going by the handle pahadan_on_road posted a video on Instagram detailing her trip to Chakrata.?
She wrote while sharing, ¡°A beautiful hillstation near Dehradun and Rishikesh. Chakrata is the perfect hill station to visit in Uttarakhand. If you want to escape the crowds, sit in the mountains with a hot cup of coffee, explore old Deodar forests and go hunting for beautiful waterfalls then Chakrata is the place. Best time to visit this place is during monsoon.¡±
There are numerous sites to explore near this secret hill station, so it's not just about the vistas. You may go birdwatching at Deoban, caving in Budher Caves, trekking to Chilmiri Neck, and many more activities.?
Chakrata, located in Uttarakhand, is an access-restricted, special-entry military?cantonment where only Indians are permitted. If you want to visit this site, you must present proof of your Indian citizenship.?
Chakrata was established as a British Indian?Army cantonment in the late 19th century. It was named after a British officer named Captain Hume, who founded the town. The primary purpose of establishing Chakrata was to serve as a military base and training centre for the British troops stationed in the region.
After?India?gained independence in 1947, Chakrata continued to serve as a military cantonment under the Indian Army. It remained restricted to Indian citizens only, maintaining its status as an access-restricted area.
Over the years, Chakrata has gradually opened up to tourism, attracting visitors with its natural beauty and serene environment. The town has witnessed some development in terms of accommodation facilities and tourist infrastructure to cater to the growing number of visitors.
Chakrata is located about 92 km from Dehradun and is near the Chinese border.?
This place appears to be a bit of heaven on Earth, and the view will make you want to pack your bags right away!
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