Nainital is the birthplace of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, who played a key role in India’s victory during the 1971 Indo-Pak War.

Kotdwar is situated along the banks of the Khoh River and serves as the gateway to the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand.

Dehradun became the provisional capital of Uttarakhand in 2000, when the state was created as the 27th state of India.

Tiger Falls, located near the town of Chakrata, is one of the highest direct waterfalls in India, attracting tourists for its scenic beauty.

Vinod Chamoli became the first elected Mayor of Dehradun after the city was granted municipal corporation status.

Nainital is famous for its "Himalaya Darshan" viewpoint, which offers stunning views of the snow-capped Himalayan peaks.

Almora was a key location during the Anglo-Gorkha War in 1814, which eventually led to the defeat of the Gorkhas and the annexation of Kumaon by the British.

Ramnagar serves as the gateway to Jim Corbett National Park, India’s oldest national park, and is the closest city to the park.

Joshimath serves as the base for the pilgrimage to Hemkund Sahib, a revered Sikh shrine located at a high-altitude glacial lake.

Almora is located on the southern edge of the Kumaon Hills, offering panoramic views of the Himalayan peaks and known for its cultural heritage.

Rudrapur has emerged as a major industrial hub in Uttarakhand, particularly for automobile manufacturing, with several auto companies setting up production units in the region.

Haridwar, historically known as Mayapuri, is considered one of the seven holiest cities in Hinduism and is famous for the Kumbh Mela and its sacred ghats along the Ganga.

Gairsain was declared the summer capital of Uttarakhand in March 2020, fulfilling a long-standing demand for a capital in the hill region.

Haldwani, one of the largest cities in Uttarakhand, is situated on the banks of the Gaula River and serves as a key commercial hub in the region.

Kausani is known for its lush tea gardens and is a significant producer of high-quality tea in Uttarakhand, also offering picturesque views of the Himalayan range.

Uttarakhand was formed in November 2000 during the tenure of Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, following a prolonged movement for statehood.

The Har Ki Doon Pass connects the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand with the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, offering a popular trekking route

The services sector, which includes tourism, education, and health, is the largest contributor to the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) of Uttarakhand.

Hemis National Park is actually located in Ladakh, not Uttarakhand, and is known for its population of snow leopards.

Pushkar Singh Dhami was re-elected as the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand after the 2022 Legislative Assembly elections, representing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

The Nandadevi Raj Jat Yatra is a sacred pilgrimage that takes place once every 12 years in honor of Goddess Nanda, covering a grueling trek through the high Himalayas.

The Bhotia tribe, who traditionally engaged in cross-border trade with Tibet, migrated to higher Himalayan regions following the 1962 Sino-Indian war and the subsequent closure of the Indo-Tibetan border.

Dodital Lake, located in the Uttarkashi district, is believed to be the origin of the Assi Ganga, a tributary of the Bhagirathi River.

Amaranth, also known as Ramdana, is a crop commonly grown in the high-altitude regions of Uttarakhand due to its ability to withstand colder climates.

The Common Peacock butterfly (Papilio bianor polyctor) is the state butterfly of Uttarakhand, known for its striking iridescent wings.