Nandakini

Nandakini

Nandakini

River in Uttarakhand, India


Nandakini is a river and one of the six main tributaries of the Ganges.[1] Originating in the glaciers below Nanda Ghunti on the Nanda Devi Sanctuary, the river joins the Alaknanda at Nandprayag (870m), which is one of the panch prayags or holy confluences on the Alaknanda. It Flowing through the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, this river traverses a distance of around 105 kilometers before eventually converging with the Alaknanda River.

View of the confluence of the Nandakini River (foreground) and the Alaknanda River (background) at Nandprayag in the Garhwal Himalayas

How to reach Nandakini River

The Nandakini River enjoys convenient connectivity with key cities in Uttarakhand. Accessible options include the nearby Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, situated around 220 kilometers away. Once at the airport, travelers can choose between hiring a taxi or utilizing a bus service to comfortably reach the Nandakini River. Alternatively, if train travel is preferred, the closest railway station is Rishikesh, located approximately 200 kilometers away. From Rishikesh, arranging a cab or taking a bus presents a convenient way to reach the Nandakini River.[2]


References

  1. Shrikala Warrier (2014). Kamandalu: The Seven Sacred Rivers of Hinduism. Mayur University. p. 38.
  2. Sammy (5 July 2023). "Nandakini River: A Hidden Gem in Uttarakhand's Himalayas". Retrieved 28 August 2023.

30.3319°N 79.3156°E / 30.3319; 79.3156


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