Dharali in Harsil, Uttarakhand
Look, located on the banks of the Bhagirathi River just 3 km from Harsil, Dharali Village is famous across Uttarakhand for its sprawling apple orchards and ancient Shiva Temple. According to legend, Bhagirath performed intense penance here to bring the holy Ganga down to Earth.
Apple Orchards & Attractions
- Location: 3 km from Harsil town, 65 km from Uttarkashi along the Gangotri Highway.
- Key Highlights: Juicy red apple harvesting (August-September), ancient stone Shiva Temple, and traditional wooden Pahadi houses.
How To Reach Dharali
By Air
The nearest airport to Harsil is Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun, which is about 241 km from Harsil.
By Rail
The nearest Railway Station to Harsil is Dehradun, which is about 216 km from Harsil.
By Road
Dharali is located at a distance of about 6 km from Harsil.
Best Time To Visit
The journey of Dharali can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of October to November and March to Jun. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable. During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to heavy snowfall in the winter season, the temperature of here goes down very much. Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of heavy rains threatening landslides.
