Khirsu
Charming Small Village in Uttarakhand

It will be wonderful to explore the pleasant and charming small village of Khirsu, closer to the Pauri, in the district of Garhwal. The snow-laden peaks of Khirsu draw thousands of visitors in the months of winter. But most of the time pilgrims approach to this small town in summers. In the clear summer every one can easily perceive the 300 hundred named and unnamed peaks.
Khirsu remains perched at an elevation of 1700 meters above the sea level. It is 19 kilo meters from Pauri town. Deodar forests, oak trees and apple orchards make it more beautiful. It is really not as popular in India as others are but gradually it is obtaining the popularity.
Devotees and followers frequently visit to the more deserving shrine of Ghandiyal Devta. It is far and far from the noisy pollution of the villages and cities. It is a silence area where you can listen the sound of cracking leaves when it comes under your feet. Different types of birds' species can be seen in the valley of mighty Himalayan.
The panoramic belt of Khirsu receives the subtropical climate. Whether its Khirsu or the aurrounding areas like Dhanaulti, Jageshwar or Munsiyari, you can visit them anytime of the year. Summers are comfortable not too much temperature pressure, whereas winters are chilly. Summers will be the best time to travel to Khirsu. Months of April, May and June are of summers, and the maximum temperature is around 45 degree and minimum is around 29 degree Celsius. From October to January are winters, where temperature varies from 25 degree to 0 degree Celsius.
Definitely, Khirsu is like a hidden gem for tourists in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand. Regardless of whether you're travelling with your entire family or visiting as a couple, the small town of Khirsu offers abundant opportunities to spend some good time and remember those moments as well.

How To Reach Khirsu
By Rail: Nearest Railway station to reach Khirsu is Kotdwar (140 kms) & Rishikesh (133 kms). Both of these stations are well connected with trains from different parts of India.

By Road: Khirsu is very well connected by motorable road to all parts of the Pauri District.

By Air: Nearest Airport is Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradoon.

Climate in Khirsu
Khirsu can be visited any time of the year.

Summers are warm (Not hot) here. This is the main tourist season for Khirsu when tourist from all over come here to relax and escape from the scorching heat in the mainland.
Months - April, May and June
Temperature - 23°C to 38°C

Monsoon
Khirsu experience moderate rainfall. Though due to frequent landslides in Garhwal region, many tourists avoid coming in this season but there are people who like enjoying rains in Himalayas.
Months - July, August and September

Winters
Early winters months are good time to visit Khirsu. During extreme weather conditions Khirsu witness moderate snowfall. Months - October, November, December and January
Temperature - 0°C to 25°C

List of Khirsu Tourist Place

Deval Garh
This place is situated around 15 kilo meters away from Khirsu. A discovery of the 14 century, this place served as the capital of Garhwal. Later on, it was shifted to Srinagar. Here, people can visit the holy shrine of goddess Raj Rajeshwai, also depicting the rich artistic skills of the region Garhwal. This temple is a main attraction for tourists visiting Khirsu. People from every part of the country as well as locals come here to offer prayer to and get the blessings of the goddess Raj Rajeshwai.

Dhari Devi
According to the Hindu traditions, this place is highly revered as the sidh peeth of Hindu Goddess Kali. Dhari Devi is located about 30 kilo meters off from Khirsu along the Sirinagar-Badrinath highway. This area has occupied its place on the banks of River Alakhnanda. Visitors who come here also enjoy the beautiful view of the Alakhnanda River.

Ulka Ghari
A two kilo meter drive can easily take you to the Ulka Ghari site or you can also get there via an easy 2 kilometers trek. Ulka ghari is perched at an elevation 1900 kilometers asl. From here, pilgrims and visitors can see the gorgeous look of mighty Himalayan and Misty valleys. The location offers the perfect view of Himalaya as well as refreshing and cool atmosphere. The majestic vies of mountains and valleys attracts to the tourist very much.

Pauri
A part of the Pauri district, Pauri is at a distance of just 19 kilometers from Khirsu. It is located at a height of 1815 meters above the sea level on the northern side of the Knadoliya peaks. The snow-capped mountains is a great and pleasing sight for the nature lovers and sightseers. The fascinating and charming views draw the minds of the people from the every corner of Globe.

Kandoliya
The area has gained popularity by the name of the Lord Kandoliya. At this region there is a Kandoliya Temple devoted to Kandoliya Devta. The dome of Kandoliya Devta is sited on the Pauri-Lansdowne road. The most important and interesting thing about this place is that the Asia's highest stadium atop of this mountain which is the key attraction of tourists. Apart from this one can also view the charming beauty of Gangwarsyun valley and Himalayan peaks.

Kyunkaleshwar Mahadav Temple
It is a must-see destination near Khirsu for visitors. This is an old temple in Khirsu, constructed in the late 8th century. The Mhadava shrine includes many lords as Shiva, Parvati, Ganapathi, Karthikeya, Ram, Sita, Lakshman etc. This is a worth-visiting destination for the pilgrims who arrive in Uttarakhand.