Harshil Uttarakhand
Harshil (also known as Mini Switzerland of India [ citation needed ] ) is a village in a valley situated in on the bank of Bhagirathi River , at the confluence of the Jalandhari Gadh and the Bhagirathi , at the foot of the mountain that lies at the head of the Baspa Valley ( Uttarakhand ). Harshil is connected to the Baspa valley by several passes including the Lamkhaga Pass . Apart from Matri and Kailash mountains, on the right side there is the Shrikanth peak, behind which lies Kedarnath, and in the rear there is Banderpunch. The hamlet is known for its natural beauty and apple production. Harshil is on the route to Gangotri, a popular Hindu temple, and is well connected by road, with several camping facilities in the area. Harshil is 95 kilometres from the district headquarters, Uttarkashi . Harshil lies on the old caravan trail between Tibet Autonomous Region and India, when trade and marriages flourished between the two areas. Harshi...