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Almora

Almora

Uttarakhand, North India, Architecture, Hill station, History, Musuem, Nature, Temple, Trekking, Valley, Wildlife Sanctuary

Almora is a cantonment region in Almora district of Uttarakhand, India. This place is considered as cultural heart of Kumaon region. It is most popular hill station situated at a height of 6000meter above the sea level. This place is starting point for trekking to Ranikhet, Binsar, Mukteshwar, etc. During the rule of Chand dynasty, Almora was founded by Kalyan Chand in 1568. Nanda Devi festival, Uttaryani Festival, Jageshwar Monsoon festivals are most famous festivals in this place.

 

What to see in Almora:

State Museum: Other name of this museum is Govind Ballabh Pant Museum. Major attractions of this museum are artifacts belong to Katyuri dynasty and Chand dynasty. Another attraction of this museum is folk paintings. Two galleries can be seen here. One is Manav Vikas Ki Katha and Ganga River Culture Gallery.

Chaitai Temple: This temple is dedicated to Lord Gollu who is an incarnation of Gaur Bhairav. Wishes of devotees write on the paper and they will keep on the foot of the Lord. People believe all their wishes will fulfil.

Nanda Devi Temple: In the Kumaon region it is one of the most famous temples. Kumaoni style can be seen in the temple. This temple is dates back to 1000 years. Stone carvings on the walls of the temple are another attraction of this temple.

 

What to see around Almora:

Deer Park: It is located just 3kms away from Almora. This the best place for evening walk. Major attractions of this park are Himalayan Black bear, Leopard and deer. Pine trees welcome the visitors to this place.

Bright End Corner: It is located 2kms away from Almora. Sunrise and sunset are most beautiful from this place. Shri Ramakrishna Kutir Ashram is a centre for meditation is so famous. Vivekananda Library is another attraction of this place.

Simtola: It is located 3kms away from Almora. Once granite hill and diamond mining are attractions of this place but now this place was covered with fur and pine trees.

Kalimath: It is located 5kms away from Almora. Name is derived from the words Kali and Math. Kali means black and Math means soil. Spectacular view of Himalayas is possible from this place. Another attraction of this place is Kasar Devi temple which is dedicated to Goddess Kali. This temple dates back to 2nd century.

Katarmal Sun Temple: This temple is dedicated to Lord Sun which is located 16kms away from ALmora. After sun temple in Konark, this temple got second importance. This temple dates back to 800 years. Architecture is so attractive.

Jageshwar: It is located 24kms away from Almora. This is one of the 12 Jyothirlingas. Main temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This place consists of 124 shrines. Temple complex consists of 104 shrines dates back to 8th century to 18th century.

Sadar Bazaar: It is situated in Ranikhet which is located 53kms away from Almora. This is the best place for shopping lovers. Major attractions of this place are dry fruits, traditional jewellery, wooden bangles, garwali shawls, blankets, carpets, readymade garments, handicrafts etc. Apart from shops, plenty of hotels and restaurants are also located here.

 

Getting to Almora: Almora is well connected with road and railways. From Ghaziabad, Thane, Ludhiana, Mumbai, Delhi, Kanpur, Jaipur etc buses and trains come to this place. Nearest airport is located at Pantnagar which is 125kms away from Almora. This airport is well connected with Delhi. Nearest international airport is at Delhi.

 

Getting around Almora: As Almora is very small town, visitors can see the places on foot. Buses and taxis are available to visit the surrounding places of Almora.

 

Best time to visit Almora: Best time to visit this place is between March to November.

 

Where to stay in Almora: Only Budget and midrange hotels are available to stay in Almora. Almost all the hotels are located in Link road and Mall Road.

 

Where to eat in Almora: Eating options are limited in Almora. Most famous sweet of this place is Bal Mithai.

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