Discovery Channel, in collaboration with UttarakhandTourism Development Board (UTDB), is all set to present a new original two-partfilm titled 'Explore Uttarakhand'. Providing audiences the chance to engagethrough stunning visuals of Uttarakhand, the film will premiere on February 20and 21 on the channel, and explores spiritual yoga destinations and adrenalinepacked adventure sports in the snow filled mountains of the state.
Through this two-part film, viewers will get to witnessthe scenic Uttarakhand and familiarise themselves with its adventure sports andtreasure of yoga and wellness. The film documents adventure activities that aresome of the most challenging in the entire Indian subcontinent, attractingadrenaline seeking sport professionals and enthusiasts from all around theglobe. Along with that, the ancient science of Yoga which was found by Indiansages thousands of years ago actually traces its beginning to Uttarakhand.
Speaking about the film, Satpal Maharaj, Minister ofTourism, Uttarakhand said: "Uttarakhand is a beautiful state which holdsthe privilege of being in the path of the mighty Himalayan Ranges that consistof some of nature's most extreme and unpredictable patterns”.
“There are many famous shrines and places here like ourChardham, Hemkund Sahib, Haridwar and Rishikesh and others that have attractedtourists from all over the world. Uttarakhand which has also become preferredfilm destination in past years is also attracting tourists from all around theglobe. Through Explore Uttarakhand on Discovery Channel, we humbly welcome youto this divinely blissful and fabulous state of ours”, he added.
Secretary Tourism Dilip Jawalkar said: "Uttarakhandis a heavenly destination when it comes to offering various adventureactivities to tourists. From last few years we are constantly working todevelop infrastructure to promote adventure and wellness tourism inUttarakhand. The documentary film 'Explore Uttarakhand' made by the DiscoveryChannel will play an important role to reach national and internationalaudience."
"We, at Discovery, believe in bringing factualstories to our audiences that not only entertain them but leave them with anenriching experience and a better understanding of the world. The two-partdocumentary is a visually stunning film that captures the tremendous beauty ofthe state of Uttarakhand and the Himalayan Ranges. We are delighted to joinhands with the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board to bring to the forehidden gems from the destination, aiming to inspire people to experience themesmerizing beauty and versatility the state has to offer," said MeghaTata, Managing Director -- South Asia, Discovery Communications India.