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NAINITAL REGION
UTTARANCHAL (Season: April to July 15th , Deewali, New
Year)
Recommended Circuits
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Short (8) |
Nainital (2 ) – Almora (2 ) – Kausani (2
) – Corbett (2 ) |
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Long (12 – 14 nights) |
Nainital (2 ) – Ramgarh / Mukteshwar /
Bhimtal (2) - Almora (2 ) – Munsiyari/Pithoragarh(2) -
Kausani (2 ) – Ranikhet (2 ) - Corbett (2 ) |
ACCESS
|
Train |
Overnight Train From Delhi |
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Road |
7-8 hours from Delhi based on the
destination |
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Nearest Airport |
Delhi |
Kathgodam
– Nainital : 35 kms
NAINITAL (Recommended Stay – 2
to 3 nights)
Nainital is hill station of Lakes
which spreads 1,938 metres high in the Himalayas around a blue
lake reflecting its yachts and its red-roofed houses. Nainital
with its many residential schools, hotels and restaurants is a
hill station offering boating, horse riding, long walks along
shaded mountain roads, and a ride on its Aerial Express Cable
Car
|
Delhi - 330 km. |
Bhimtal - 22 km. |
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Bhowani - 11 km. |
Tanakpur - 163 km. |
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Almora - 68 km. |
Mukteshwar - 53 km. |
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Kausani - 129 km. |
Pithoragarh - 188 km. |
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Ganai - 115 km. |
Sat Tal - 21 km. |
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Kaladhungi - 36 km. |
Naukuchiya Tal - 26 km. |
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Ghorakhal - 15 km. |
Pantnagar - 70 km. |
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National Park - 115 km. |
Haridwar - 309 km. |
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Kashipur - 127 & 139 km. |
Dehradun - 288 km. |
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Bareilly - 141 km. |
Ramgarh - 25 km. |
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Ramnagar - 99 km. |
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Ranikhet - 59 km. |
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Khairna - 37 km. |
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Dwarahat - 96 km. |
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Nainital-Sightseeing
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Snow View |
Situated at 2270 meters this popular vantage point is
accessible by rope way. It offers an excellent view of
the northern Himalayan ranges. |
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Naina Peak |
At 2611 meters this is the highest peak bordering the
lake. A popular picnic spot which offers a panoramic
view of the resort. |
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Dorothy’s Seat |
Named in memory of an English woman who was killed in an
air crash. This pleasant spot offers a partial view of
Nainital. |
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Land’s End |
Situated at 2881 meters on the southern border of the
lake, this hill affords a view of another lake, Khurpa
Tal. |
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Hanuman Garhi |
A place of religious interest, also good for viewing the
setting sun. |
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State Observatory |
Located on the top of a ridge, the observatory is open
to the public in the evening. |
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The Mall |
Nainital’s popular promenade offers a variety of
entertainment. |
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Boating |
Boats are available on hire near Boat House Club,
Mallital and Tallital. |
Excursions
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Kilbury |
10 km/6 mile. Accessible by road, it is part of a forest
reserve and rich in flora and bird life. |
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Khurpa Tal |
10 km/6 mile. A small lake along the
Nainital-Kaladhungi-Ramnagar Road, popular with
picnickers and anglers. |
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Bhowali |
11 km/6 mile. Situated at an altitude of 1706 meter on
the main Haldwani-Almora Road, it is a popular health
resort. |
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Jeolikote |
18 km/10 mile. A noted bee-keeping Centre. |
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Sat Tal |
21 km/13.5 mile. One of the most picturesque resorts of
Kumaon, it has seven interconnected lakes. KMVN provides
accommodation facilities. |
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BhimTal |
22 km/13.5 mile. Fast developing into an independent
tourist centre, this lake resort offers a quite vacation
and facilities for water sports. KMVN has a Tourist
Bungalow here. |
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Naukuchiyatal |
26 km/16.5 mile. A nine-cornered lake situated in an
enchanting valley, this is a popular haunt of anglers
and naturalists. |
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Ramgarh |
26 km/17 mile. A picturesque hamlet set in the midst of
fruit orchards. This fruit belt of Kumaon is famous for
its juicy fruits all over India. |
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Kaladhungi |
35 km/22 mile. Situated in the Terai, and surrounded by
thick forests of Sal, this was the winter home of Jim
Corbett. |
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Mukteshwar |
51 km/33 mile. from Nainital, Mukteshwar set atop a
high ridge, is one of Kumaon’s beautiful resorts. It
offers a fine view of the majestic Himalayas, as well as
of Almora |
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Ghorakhal |
37 km/23 mile. Famous for the temple of Gollu Devta, a
demi god highly revered by the Kumaoni. The famous
Sainik School of India is also located here. |
ALMORA (Recommended Stay – 2 nights)
The 1,646 metre high
horseshoe-in-the-Himalayas was founded by Raja Kalyan of the
Chand dynasty in 1560 AD. The Chands ruled over the whole of
Kumaon, and Almora still claims to be the cultural capital of
the area. Traces of the old Chand fort, paved roads, wooden
houses with beautifully carved facades, and homes decorated with
traditional “alpapa” murals still reflect Almora’s pride in its
heritage.
DISTANCES
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Kausani - 51 km. |
Binsar - 28 km. |
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Lucknow - 466 km. |
Kathgodam - 90 km. |
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Baijnath - 70 km. |
Chowkori - 135 km. |
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Kathgodam - 90 km. |
Champawat - 135 km. |
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Bareilly - 196 km. |
Gannath - 47 km. |
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Haridwar - 361 km. |
Shitlakhet - 37 km. |
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Pantnagar - 127 km. |
Ranikhet - 49 km. |
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Pithoragarh - 118 km. |
Dwarahat - 77 km. |
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Bageshwar - 90 km. |
Katarmal - 15 km. |
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Jageshwar - 34 km. |
Nainital - 68 km. |
Almora
Sightseeing
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Baijnath |
72
km. Situated on the River Gomti, this ancient temple in
the Katyuri architectural style |
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Binsar |
30
km. Summer capital of the Chand Rajas, it offers a
panoramic view of the Himalayas. |
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Jogeshwar |
34
km. Has a cluster of temples attributed to the Chand
dynasty, set against a backdrop of towering deodars.
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Kafni Glacier |
The Kafni glacier, also in Almora district, lies left of
the Pindar valley under Nanda Kot. |
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Kasar Devi |
5.8 km. An old Devi temple crowning a ridge.
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Katarmal |
16
km. The ruins of a sun temple said to be 800 years old,
it is reached by an hour?s climb from the motor road to
Ranikhet. |
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Khazanchi Mohalla |
The Place of the Treasurers to the old kings.
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Pindari Glacier |
Pindari, the most accessible glacier in the Kumaon
region, is located at 3820 m in Patti Malla Danpur of
Almora district. |
PITHORAGARH (Recommended Stay – 2 nights)
Pithoragarh, the eastern
most district of Kumaon, is bordered by Tibet on the north and
Nepal on the east. The town is situated in a small valley 2 Km
by 5 Km. Popularly known as the Soar Valley, it lies at the
centre of four hills - Chandak, Dhwaj, Thal Kedar and Kundar.
This lesser known part of Kumaon is very picturesque and often
referred to as “Mini Kashmir”.
| Tanakpur |
151 km. |
Gangolihat |
77 km. |
| Bareilly |
268 km. |
Berinag |
96 km. |
| Lohaghat |
62 km. |
Chowkori |
112 km. |
| Nainital |
188 km. |
Milan Glacier |
208 km. |
| Abott Mount |
56 km. |
Didihat |
54 km. |
| Champawat |
76 km. |
Munsiyari |
135 km. |
PITHORAGARH SIGHTSEEING
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Abbot Mount |
64 km. Abbot Mount, a suburb of Lohaghat, is a place of
exceptional beauty and offers a panoramic view. |
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Berinag |
102 km. At a height of 1720 meter, offers an excellent
view of the snow - capped mountains. |
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Chandak |
Situated 7 km away Chandak, offers a fascinating view of
the Himalayan ranges |
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Chaukori |
It offers a
magnificent view of the Panchchuli peaks |
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Dharchula |
96 km. Situated on the Kali river on the border of
Pithoragarh district, it is an important camp along the
Kailash Mansarovar |
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Dhwaj |
28 Km.
Commands a wide view of the majestic snow - peaks of the
north. Also important for temples devoted to Lord Shiva
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Gangolihat |
77 Km. 1800 meter above sea level. It has an ancient
temple. |
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Jauljibi |
68 km. A picturesque location at the confluence of the
two rivers - Gori and Kali. |
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Kailash Ashram |
7 km. A religious Ashram of historical interest |
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Kamaksha Mahadev |
Another religious spot and viewing point, the temple is
accessible by a motor road and a hiking trail. |
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Munsyari |
Munsyari is the famous base camp of trekkers to the
Milam Glacier |
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Rameshwarghat |
36 km Situated at the confluence of the rivers Ramganga
and Saryu, the two principal temples here are those of
Shiva and Rama. |
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Ritha Sahib |
62 km. from Lohaghat. an important Centre for Sikhs.
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Shyamlatal |
132 Km. set around a lake at 1525 meter. The Swami
Vivekanand Ashram is located here. |
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Thal Kedar |
16 km. An exceptionally beautiful haunt of tourists and
pilgrims alike. During Shivaratri a large fair is held
here every year. |
Munsiyari (Recommended Stay – 2 nights)
Munsiyari is situated in the
northern part of the Pithoragarh district. This small town is
located at the foot of the main Himalayan peaks that are covered
with snow throughout the year. This town has breathtaking views
of the Himalayas and the nearby mountains in this area are
perfect for trekking. Munsiyari has very large and varied
vegetation, with many herbs exclusively available here.
It is easily accessible from
Pithoragarh (100 kms approx – 4 ½ hours).
KAUSANI (Recommended Stay – 2 nights)
Kausani commands an
incredible view of 337 Kms. of Himalayan Range and is regarded
as the Switzerland of India.
Distances
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Bageshwar |
39 km. |
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Bajnath |
19 km. |
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Kathgodam |
142 km. |
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Almora |
51 km |
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Nainital |
129 km |
Excursions from Kausani
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Baijnath |
18kms |
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Choukori |
84kms |
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Patal Bhuvaneshwar |
110kms |
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Bageshwar |
38kms |
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Jageshwar |
84kms |
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Gwaldam |
40Kms |
RANIKHET (Recommended Stay – 2
nights)
Ranikhet stretches along a
Himalayan ridge, 1,829 metres high. The British established a
summer rest and recreation settlement for their troops here.
Ranikhet still retains much of its army summer home atmosphere
and is far more wooded and quiet than any other hill stations.
Rankhet is, therefore, essentially a walkers and nature-lover’s
resort: quiet, genteel, and very relaxed.
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Karanprayag |
134 km. |
Sitlakhet |
35 km. |
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Kathgodam |
84 km. |
Dwarahat |
39 km. |
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Bareilly |
166 km. |
Chaubatia |
8 km. |
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Almora (via) koshi |
50 km. |
Nainital |
59 km. |
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Pithoragarh |
169 km. |
Dangagiri |
52 km. |
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Ramnagar |
95 km. |
Bageshwar |
90 km. |
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Kausani |
62 km. |
Dehradun |
285 km. |
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Pithoragarh |
168 km |
Ranikhet
Sightseeing
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Jhoola Devi Temple |
This secluded temple dedicated to Durga has beautiful
bells, echoes of which can be heard from some distance.
Nearby is a temple of Lord Rama. |
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Chaubatia Garden |
10 kms from Ranikhet on a motorable road, Chaubatia is
a vantage point set amidst gardens. On a clear morning a
300 kms wide view of the snow-clad Himalayan peaks can
be seen clearly from Chaubatia. |
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Upat (Golf Course) |
With one of the best 9 hole golf links in the country
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Bhalu Dam |
Bhalu Dam is an Artificial Lake and is situated 3 kms
away from Ranikhet. |
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Majkhali |
A vantage point on the road to Almora. On the Ranikhet
- Almora road, 13 kms is a spot of entrancing beauty.
Here is an awe-inspiring view of the snow peaks. |
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Shitalakhet |
35 kms from Ranikhet. Scenic spot offering a fine view
of the Himalayas. It has lush orchads and is also known
for its herbal and medicinal plants. It is an ideal
place for a peaceful holiday. |
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Dwarahat |
Famous for its 55 temples divided into 8 groups dating
from the 11th century and have some fascinating stone
carvings. |
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Dunagiri |
52 kms from Ranikhet, famous for its temple dedicated
to Durga Devi. |
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Tarikhet |
Tarikhet is a village 8 kms from Ranikhet on the
Ramnagar road. A small hut, Gandhi Kuti, where Mahatma
Gandhi stayed during the Freedom Movement, is its main
attraction. |
CORBETT (Recommended Stay – 2 nights)
One of the finest habitat of
the tiger in India, the Corbett National Park nestles in the
foothills of the Himalayas in Uttar Pradesh, in the area known
as South Patlidun. With its varied topography, diverse flora and
fauna and the natural splendor of its landscapes the Park is a
precious heritage.
Established in 1936, this
reserve was known as the Hailey National Park. It was later
renamed after Jim Corbett the famous hunter, author and pioneer
conservationist who helped set up this wildlife sanctuary
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