Places of Interest: Naini Lake, Khurpatal,
Bhimtal, Naukuchiyatal and Sattal, St-John’s Church, Hanumangarh & Observatory,
Vantage point for snow view.
Reach -
By Rail: Nearest railhead
is Kathgodam-35 kms, well connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Calcutta, and Agra.
By Road: Delhi – 322 kms, Lucknow - 401 kms, Bariely -141 kms, Corbett
128 kms.
Ranikhet
North of Nainital and at an altitude
of 1829 meters, this peaceful hill station offers excellent views of the snowcapped
Himalayas including Nanda Devi (7817 meters). It is an important army town and
the headquarters of the Kumaon regiment. Unrivalled for panoramic views it offers
added attraction of ancient temples, pretty picnic spots and quiet strolls, exciting
treks of Kausani and Dunagiri. Ranikhet is a delightful place to spend some time.
Besides, the golf course at Upat offers good golfing facilities.
Places
of Interest: Golf Course, Jhula Devi Temple, and Orchards at Chaubatia.
Reach -
By Air: Nearest airport is Pant Nagar- 199 kms.
By Rail: Nearest railhead at Kathgodam-84 kms.
By Road: Kathgodam-84
kms. Nainital-59 kms. Delhi-361 kms.
Almora
The
picturesque hill station, at an altitude of 1650 meters, is one of the few not
created by the British. Some 400 years ago it was the capital of the Chand Rajas
of Kumaon. Its 67 kms from Nainital is famous for its exquisite temples and rich
medley of fairs and festivals. Almora also offers the visitor healthy selection
of treks which combine the pleasure of sightseeing with spirit of adventure the
treks to Binsar 30 kms, and Jageshwar- 34 kms.
Places of Interest: Udyot-Chandeshwar or Nanda Devi temple, Temple of Goll and Bhairab, Trekking Points.
Reach -
By Air: Nearest airport is Pantnagar-128 kms.
By
Rail: Nearest railhead is Kathgodam-90 kms, well connected to all major cities.
By Road: Nanital-67 kms. Pithorgarh-122 kms. Delhi-381 kms.
Kausani
Nestling amongst thick, dense pine forests, atop a narrow ridge and separated
from the towering mountains of the Nanda Devi range. Kausani is known for Himalayan
snow-capped peaks standing in a stately row of over 300 kms, of majestic glory.
The glory of snow covered peaks Trishul, Nanda Devi and Nanda Kot when the Sunrays
turn them into crimson and gold at sunrise and sunset can bedazzle any viewer
by its scenic grandeur and beauty.
Places of Interest: Dwarka Ghat 55 temples, Durga Temple, Jhula Devi, Binsar Mahadev, Majkhali, Sitalakhet,
Gold Crouse, Fishing.
Reach -
By Air: Nearest airport is
Pantnagar-180 kms.
By Rail: Nearest railhead is Kathgodam124 kms.
By Road: Almora-53 kms, Ranikhet-79 kms, Nainital-120 kms. Delhi -410 kms. |
