Located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, known for its surreal natural beauty. Sonprayag is a spiritual and holy place and a must-visit once-in-a-lifetime experience. The temples, lakes and mesmerizing view attracts a lot of tourists not only from India but also around the world, one of the important sites of Char Dham Yatra. So to make your visit a little more peaceful and hassle-free we are mentioning the top 10 places to visit in Sonprayag.
1. Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary
Also known as Kedarnath Musk Deer Wildlife Sanctuary, the largest protected area of the Western Himalayas. Important for its diversity, flora and fauna, rare and exotic wildlife species along with multiple alpine meadows and high peaks which makes it a heavenly aura. Rhododendrons here of all varieties with varying elevations, it is indeed a brilliant site. You can also see Himalayan mouse, Red Panda along with leopard at high elevations. Due to its unique and vivid features, it is included in the top 10 places to visit in Sonprayag.
2. Vasuki Tal
Well, it’s hard to describe the beauty of this majestic lake, surrounded by snowclad peaks, vast lakes and cool breezes. This lake comes on the way to Kedarnath and it is considered to be a holy place. The water here is crystal clear and the surrounding atmosphere is calm and you will feel peace here. After a beautiful trail of Mayali Pass, you will witness this beautiful lake and if you are lucky enough you can also see chunks of big ice floating in the lake.
3. Triyunginarayan Temple
The temple with the beautiful village, this ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in the Triyubginarayan village in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand. The temple is a miniature of Kedarnath Temple. Temple has water bodies around it. The village houses majestic Himalayan Peaks on the backdrop making the temple spellbound. A small tour is required. A beautiful ride to reach this wonderful little temple nestled amongst the peaks. You will love attending the aarti here.
4. Kedarnath Temple
No one can describe the beauty of the Kedarnath Temple, the view of amazing and huge mountains, waterfalls and also rivers. Being here is indeed an amazing experience, everything gets beyond imagination here. Truly heavenly feel – after the tiring trek you will feel energized the moment you see the temple. The Lingam is in irregular shape, believed to be the hump of Shiva in the form of Nandi, while the other 4 temples represent other body parts & forms of panch kedar. If you visit this place early morning you can directly enter the Sanctorum and perform the puja etc. You can not afford to leave this place in the list of top 10 places to visit in Sonprayag.
5. Gaurikund
Visiting this place is a pleasure for the eyes, this waterfall is located on river Bhagirathi, located 500 meters away from Gangotri Temple. It’s indeed a very beautiful waterfall and it’s a bliss to see it. Nature at its best, the ice-cold Ganga waters flowing with full force and it’s a pleasure viewing the falls depicting nature’s immense power. Besides it’s such a beautiful place. You hear the noise of a waterfall from far while you are still on the way, you will enjoy the sunshine and surreal beauty of nature here. Thus including this place in the top 10 places to visit in Sonprayag is a must.
6. Mayali Pass
The trek is so beautiful that it will leave you speechless. It is a perfect blend of fun, beauty and thrill. To start from Ghuttu – 17000 ft of Mayali pass and reach to Kedarnath, trekking the snow-capped mountains is super thrilling, it will be your best experience ever. It is a hidden gem of Kedarnath. The beauty this place holds is worth a visit. Coming to Sonprayag and no trek at Mayali Pass is a big no as your trip is incomplete without it. You must visit this place included in the list of the top 10 places to visit in Sonprayag.
7. Deoria Tal
The Deoria Tal is surrounded by flowers, trees and dense forest. This is a fantastic place away from all the city noise and pollution. A peaceful, serene and calm place to rejuvenate yourself. It is so beautiful and peaceful that you will feel blessed. After a beautiful walk, you reach this amazing lake. You can also have a meditation session here in the mountains. You see the top of the Himalayas and you can get inspired by all the beautiful stories of the lake. When you will reach the top you will be amazed by the view of Deoria Tal. you can also have your tent to stay and experience the amazing view.
8. Khirsu
A small village with beautiful scenery, A fascinating destination of Uttarakhand in the region of Pauri Garhwal. Khirsu is a paradise for nature lovers. A budget-friendly place. Khirsu has a beautiful park surrounded by greenery, which has all types of playing items for children. Nearby the playground has an area where there are small bamboo huts located. It is indeed a must-visit place and hence included in the top 10 places to visit in Sonprayag.
9. Kalimath
This historical temple is attributed to the Mata Kali. Visiting this place is indeed a divine experience. The peace and serenity that you will experience here are beyond your imagination. This is a Shakti Peeth after Dhari Devi, situated 3 km away from Guptakashi, surrounded by the peaks of Kedarnath, close to Ukhimath. It is a place you need to visit if you planning to come to Sonprayag.
10. Maa Mahishasuramardani Temple
The beautiful temple of Lord Shiva is a must-see, the Shivling and the statue of the Nandi bull are also very huge. A beautiful lawn is also there. The architecture of this Shiva Temple is very attractive and you will find peace and serenity here which will calm your mind and heart. With the trees, greenery and the running river beside the premises, you will find yourself lost in nature.
Conclusion
Whenever you are planning your Char Dham Yatra, make sure you have enough time to visit these places as these place are very unique and worth visiting. You must plan to visit this place once in a lifetime.