Uttarakhand, a state in northern India, is distinguished by its captivating natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Formed on November 9, 2000, from the hill districts of Uttar Pradesh, it borders Tibet, Nepal, and the Indian states of Himachal Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. Often referred to as the “Land of the Gods” (Devbhoomi), Uttarakhand is a revered pilgrimage destination, home to the Char Dham—Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri—four of the most sacred Hindu shrines.