Happiness in Almora
Sightseeing
Jageshwar Temples, also referred to as Jageswar Temples or Jageshwar Valley Temples, are a group of over 100 Hindu temples dated between 7th and 12th century. About 35 km from Almora.
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Jageshwar Dham
Jageshwar Temples, also referred to as Jageswar Temples or Jageshwar Valley Temples, are a group of over 100 Hindu temples dated between 7th and 12th century. About 35 km from Almora.
A rare sun temple constructed in the 9th century CE, with a number of smaller temples in the vicinity. About 17 km from Almora
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Katarmal sólarhof
A rare sun temple constructed in the 9th century CE, with a number of smaller temples in the vicinity. About 17 km from Almora
A temple, they say, dating back to the 2nd century CE. The site offers wonderful views of the Himalayan ranges and the valleys. This is also a place visited by Swami Vivekananda in the 1890s, and the Beat poets in the 1960s. About 5 km from Ayush, and 8 km from Almora.
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Kasar Devi Temple
A temple, they say, dating back to the 2nd century CE. The site offers wonderful views of the Himalayan ranges and the valleys. This is also a place visited by Swami Vivekananda in the 1890s, and the Beat poets in the 1960s. About 5 km from Ayush, and 8 km from Almora.
Binsar was the summer capital of the Chand Kings, who ruled over Kumaon from the 11th to 18th centuries AD. Binsar was established in 1988 for the conservation and protection of the shrinking broad leaf oak (Quercus) forests of the Central Himalayan region, and it has over 200 bird species. It is a wildlife safari, as well as a point for viewing the panoramic Himalayas. You could also leave for short treks to beautiful villages from here. About 25 km from Almora.
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Binsar
Binsar was the summer capital of the Chand Kings, who ruled over Kumaon from the 11th to 18th centuries AD. Binsar was established in 1988 for the conservation and protection of the shrinking broad leaf oak (Quercus) forests of the Central Himalayan region, and it has over 200 bird species. It is a wildlife safari, as well as a point for viewing the panoramic Himalayas. You could also leave for short treks to beautiful villages from here. About 25 km from Almora.
A popular hill station, situated at an altitude of 2,084 metres (6,837 ft) above sea level. The city is set in a valley containing an eye-shaped lake, approximately two miles in circumference, and surrounded by mountains, of which the highest are Naina (2,615 m (8,579 ft)) on the north, Deopatha (2,438 m (7,999 ft)) on the west, and Ayarpatha (2,278 m (7,474 ft)) on the south.
About 65 km from Almora.
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Nainital
A popular hill station, situated at an altitude of 2,084 metres (6,837 ft) above sea level. The city is set in a valley containing an eye-shaped lake, approximately two miles in circumference, and surrounded by mountains, of which the highest are Naina (2,615 m (8,579 ft)) on the north, Deopatha (2,438 m (7,999 ft)) on the west, and Ayarpatha (2,278 m (7,474 ft)) on the south.
About 65 km from Almora.
Ranikhet is a hill station and cantonment town. It is the home for the Military Hospital, Kumaon Regiment (KRC) and Naga Regiment and is maintained by the Indian Army. Ranikhet is at an altitude of 1,869 metres (6,132 ft) above sea level and within sight of the western peaks of the Himalayas. About 46 km from Almora.
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Ranikhet
Ranikhet is a hill station and cantonment town. It is the home for the Military Hospital, Kumaon Regiment (KRC) and Naga Regiment and is maintained by the Indian Army. Ranikhet is at an altitude of 1,869 metres (6,132 ft) above sea level and within sight of the western peaks of the Himalayas. About 46 km from Almora.
Kausani is a hill station and village. It is famous for its scenic splendour and its spectacular 300 km-wide panoramic view of Himalayan peaks like Trisul, Nanda Devi and Panchchuli. Mahatma Gandhi called this place the 'Switzerland of India', due to similarity in landscapes. About 53 km from Almora.
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Kausani
Kausani is a hill station and village. It is famous for its scenic splendour and its spectacular 300 km-wide panoramic view of Himalayan peaks like Trisul, Nanda Devi and Panchchuli. Mahatma Gandhi called this place the 'Switzerland of India', due to similarity in landscapes. About 53 km from Almora.
Sattal or Sat Tal is an interconnected group of seven freshwater lakes situated in the Lower Himalayan Range near Bhimtal. The lakes sit at an altitude of 1370 metres below lush orchards in the Mehragaon valley. Set amongst dense forests of oak and pine trees, Sattal is one of the few unspoiled and unpolluted freshwater biomes in India. These lakes are a paradise for migratory birds.
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Sattal
Sattal or Sat Tal is an interconnected group of seven freshwater lakes situated in the Lower Himalayan Range near Bhimtal. The lakes sit at an altitude of 1370 metres below lush orchards in the Mehragaon valley. Set amongst dense forests of oak and pine trees, Sattal is one of the few unspoiled and unpolluted freshwater biomes in India. These lakes are a paradise for migratory birds.
Naukuchiatal or "lake of nine corners" is a small hill station. The lake is 175 feet deep and is situated at 1,220 m above sea level. It is covered in trees and shrubs. The length of the lake is 983 m, its breadth is 693 m and it has a depth of 40.3 m. Within the valley are opportunities for angling and bird watching. Other activities include parasailing, paragliding, fishing, rowing, paddling or yachting. The lake is fed by an underground perennial spring. Naukuchiatal is also known for the 'escape festival' which happens once every year (in the month of May). About 66 km from Almora.
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Naukuchiatal
Naukuchiatal or "lake of nine corners" is a small hill station. The lake is 175 feet deep and is situated at 1,220 m above sea level. It is covered in trees and shrubs. The length of the lake is 983 m, its breadth is 693 m and it has a depth of 40.3 m. Within the valley are opportunities for angling and bird watching. Other activities include parasailing, paragliding, fishing, rowing, paddling or yachting. The lake is fed by an underground perennial spring. Naukuchiatal is also known for the 'escape festival' which happens once every year (in the month of May). About 66 km from Almora.
Chitai Temple is dedicated to Golu Devta; he is one of the most revered deities in Kumaon region. The temple is located in Almora and is one of the popular temples of Lord Golu. The temple looks distinct and extraordinary with the presence of numerous bells of all sizes. Lord Golu’s shrine is placed at a position from where one can have amazing vistas of Himalayas.
Only a few km from Almora, and can be covered in a day on a gentle trek,
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Chitai Golu Devta Temple
Chitai Temple is dedicated to Golu Devta; he is one of the most revered deities in Kumaon region. The temple is located in Almora and is one of the popular temples of Lord Golu. The temple looks distinct and extraordinary with the presence of numerous bells of all sizes. Lord Golu’s shrine is placed at a position from where one can have amazing vistas of Himalayas.
Only a few km from Almora, and can be covered in a day on a gentle trek,
Food scene
The Himalayan Canvas
RoadGood eating and beverage options in a tasteful setting with good service.
Legendary sweet makers of Almora, specialising in Kumaoni delicacies like bal mithai, singhauri, barfi, and others.
Kheem Singh Mohan Singh Rautela Sweets
Legendary sweet makers of Almora, specialising in Kumaoni delicacies like bal mithai, singhauri, barfi, and others.
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Samgöngur
Your car, or local taxis, or bikes on hire
You could walk around as well, breathing in the fresh air, and exercising your limbs!
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Walking shoes are a must!
Almora is at an altitude of 1861 m above sea level. The summers are pleasant, and may get a bit hot, but nothing compared to the heat of the plains! The winters do get cold, near freezing point, and it snows for one or two days in a year. Pack warm clothes appropriately, carry sunglasses and sunscreen, hats or caps, and shorts or trousers depending on the time of the year. Umbrellas or raincoats can be handy during the beautiful monsoons!