This place Harsil ,you might have seen in hindi movies but remained unknown to tourists. Ram Teri Gaanga Mailee was shoot here. Located on the banks of the Bhagirathi River, Harsil is a largely unexplored and hidden jewel of Uttarakhand. It is in fact ironic to call it hidden because it is located on a road that receives thousands of tourists and pilgrims each year. But everyone seems to be in a rush to get to Gangotri
and Harsil remains goes unnoticed.
Harsil is both a village and a cantonment area. Surrounded by a dense forest of Deodar, Pine, and Oak trees, it is located right next to the Gangotri National Park. Sitting quietly at the foot of a mountain and next to a river, this place is perfect for someone wanting to get away from the crowd and spend a little time in peace. It offers great views and is among the top offbeat destinations of Uttarakhand.
Other than the natural beauty, the hill station is also well-known for its apple production, considered to be among the best ones produced in the country. It is also often termed as the Mini Switzerland of India, owing to the scenery around the village.
This is probably the most talked about in all of the tourist places in Harsil. It is a Forest rest house now maintained by the Uttarakhand Government but once upon a time, it was the residence of a certain Frederik E Wilson. He was a soldier of East India Company who quit and settled in Harsil Valley.
Wilson is credited for many things and changes that he brought to Harsil Valley. He introduced apple farming in the region as well as other vegetables like apples and beans and helped build a 350 ft long suspension bridge over the river. He also started local trade of Deodar Tree wood, fur and skin of wild animals, and several other things that helped the village prosper.
Wilson married a local girl and lived his entire life in Harshil. He is fondly known as Raja Wilson or Pahadi Wilson by the villagers. Another point is Mandakini falls,where the bathing scene of actress was shoot. Overall village you can visit in a day.The beauty of nature is awesome. Few more treks are also possible for enthusiasts.
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Harsil view point
Rajendra Khadpe
Kaustubh Travels
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