Khirsu

One of the most spectacular hill stations of Uttarakhand is Khirsu which is perched at an altitude of around 1700 mts above the sea level and is sitatuted at around 15 kms from the picturesque town of Pauri. Khirsu is a quaint and exquisite place which has its mapped locations between Deodar, Apple orchards and Oak trees. The town is located in the Pauri Garwhal district of the state of Uttarakhand. Being within the vicinity of Khirsu a traveller can simply obtain panoramic views of imposing Gigantic Himalayas.

Khirsu has been one of the lesser traveled places of the Garhwal division but slowly it is earning a good reputation as a hill station. A traveller would love to explore different parts of the town with abundance of attractions to find around. An ancient temple is situated nearby which is dedicated to Ghandiyal Devi, this temple adds quietude to the place. The region also has plenty of apple orchards to choose from and is also home to a number of bird species. The immaculate destination of Khirsu is also the one which impresses you with its flamboyant charm year wide.

A number of accommodation facilities are also available at the Khirsu that provide travellers with utmost comfort and luxury with reasonable prices. You can simply wake with the sound of birds chirping and also the hues of sunlight on mountain top. If you’ve planned a holiday to this serene destination, you’re just in for a complete natural experience for refreshing your mind and rejuvenating your soul.

How to Reach

By Road: All roads from major towns of Uttarakhand are well linked to the city with Khirsu. Buses frequently travel from Srinagar, Kotdwara and Pauri from ISBT Kashmiri Gate.

By Train: The nearest railway station is the Rishikesh railway station which is at a distance of around 132 kms. There are frequent trains to Rishikesh and nearby towns.

By Air: The Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport to the town which is 145 kms away from the site. The Jolly Grant Airport is well linked to Delhi with daily flights from major Indian cities. Travellers can reach Khirsu by motorable roads from Jolly Grant Airport. One can hire taxis from the Airport.

Places to See in Khirsu