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 Among the lush surroundings of the Uttarkashi district is the Govind Wildlife Sanctuary. Uttarkashi, with its magnificent snowclad peaks and glaciers, is believed to be one of the most beautiful towns in the Garhwal region. The sanctuary was established in 1955 and sprawls over an area of 953 sq. kms. including mountains like Swarg Rohini, Black Peak and Bandarpunch. The Har-ki-Dun is famous for its emerald greenery and is a popular destination for trekkers.
The wildlife population includes the snow leopard, brown and Himalayan black bears, tahr, bharal, musk deer, serow, monal, trogopan chir, koklas and khaleej pheasants and chukor.
♦ How to Get There :
Air:: Nearest airport is Jolly Grant, Dehradun, 195 kms.
Rail: The nearest railhead is Dehradun, 195 kms.
Road: Accessible by road via Rishikesh - Uttarkashi or via Mussoorie - Purola - Saur.
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