Harsil is hidden gems of Uttarakhand’s Himalayas, which is few kilometers from famous Gangotri temple. Harsil is popularly referred to as the camper’s bay of Uttarakhand, tourists seeking serenity and peace within the lap of Himalayas should visit this place once. Those who visited this place were left mesmerized by the panoramic and delightful mountains. Harsil is picturesque place full of natural serene. Harsil is now attracting visitor. Harsil is surrounded by snow-clad mountains, pine forests, and beautiful flora and fauna. Harsil village welcomes one and everyone.
The many wonders of Uttarakhand’s hidden gem, British Wilson then married a ‘pahadi’ girl and settled, and introduced apple sapling here. it’s said that annual income of the Tehri king increased many folds with the revenue earned from Wilson’s efforts. Eventually, the recognition of apples from this region spread far and wide then did Harsil.
Also, Raj Kapoor shot the super hit Bollywood movie Ram Teri Ganga Maili in Harsil, which likely contributed to the expansion of tourism here.The many wonders of Uttarakhand’s hidden gem Harsil.
Best time to Visit Harsil
Summer is that the best time to go to this place, as Harsil always remains in peril of landslides during monsoons. Winters are cold, unless you would like to experience that adrenaline rush.
If you would like to go to this place during snowfall, consider going there during the months of December to March.
How to Reach Harsil
You can hire cars from Rishikesh or Haridwar. it’ll take you around 8 hours to succeed in Harsil. Shared jeep and buses are also available for Uttarkashi.
In fact, Harsil is definitely accessible from Gangotri and Uttarkashi and is well-connected via roads.
