Sightseeing in Kanatal

Sightseeing in Kanatal offers perfect scenic spots like Surkhanda Devi Temple, Kodia Jungle and Tehri Dam. Wildlife enthusiast and nature lovers can check out the Kodia Jungle. A leveled walk of 7 to 8 kms will see dense forests, suddenly opening up into a vast expanse of undulating hills and valleys. Tiny, gurgling natural springs come along the way. You can also take a jeep safari to explore this jungle. If you are lucky you could spot Kakar (Barking Deer), wild boar ghorals and deer. A wide variety of birds can be seen and heard and medicinal plants abound.

Religiously inclined can visit Surkanda Devi temple that is 8 kms on the road towards Mussoorie to Kaddukhal, you have a 2 kms trek on foot to the little temple at a height of 9995 feet. This temple is dedicated to Shankar's consort Sati Ji. Legend has it that Shankar brought her dead body here on his trishul from Hardwar. You get a 360 degree view from the top of the temple. Ponies are available in case you do not feel like trekking up.

The famous Tehri Dam at New Tehri merits a visit. This dam is built on the confluence of River Bhagirathi and Bhilangna. While at New Tehri, also visit the Pant Research Institute where various kinds of fruits and plants are grown.