Almora: Experience The Wildlife And Culture Of Uttarakhand!

Almora is a hidden gem in the state of Uttarakhand. The geography inclines to the hilly side. The exquisite wildlife, colonial culture, and also delicious cuisine add better flavors to the charm and pride of the state.

The town of Almora is also a cantonment region with high-end security measures in particular zones. This hill town in Uttarakhand is part of the Kumaon hills belonging to the range of the Himalayas.

The shape assumed by connecting the borders of the town resembles the shape of a horseshoe which is an interesting factor for the tourists visiting the town. 

Places To Visit In Almora

• Binsar
• Sitlakhet 
• Jageshwar
• Ramgarh 
• Ranikhet
• Mukteshwar
• Kausani
• Nainital 
• Bhimtal 
• Sattal 

1. Binsar 

Binsar is basically a scenic viewpoint in the Kumaon hills of Almora. The natural charm and serene landscape of the place are popular among tourists. They usually trek to the location to view the Himalayan peaks and their snow-capped beauty.

Binsar is the best to visit during October-December and March-June. 

2. Sitlakhet 

Sitlakhet is yet another viewpoint in the city of Almora. This may not be popular among tourists since it belongs to the off-beat side of Almora. It is located in the Syahi Devi Hills at an altitude of 1900 meters.

People often reach Sitlakhet with a desire of enjoying the majestic view of Chaukhamba peaks.

3. Jageshwar

Jageshwar is popular for the temples and the religious side of Almora town. It is one of the prominent pilgrim locations in Almora. Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi are the main deities in most of the temples in Jageshwar.

However, there are also temples worshipping gods and goddesses other than Lord Shiva. 

4. Ramgarh 

Interested to visit the colonial side of Almora? Then, Ramgarh becomes a go-to destination. It is also a pleasurable location if you are excited to see the vast plantations and orchards in the city.

You can also find the lives of the Indian army in the cantonment camps located in Ramgarh. 

5. Ranikhet

This is also a celebrated viewpoint in Almora town. The sights of the mountain peaks are said to be the most beautiful when viewed from Ranikhet. It is also popular for the temple of Durga Devi, known as the Jhula Devi Temple which attracts flocks of pilgrims to the spot.

The natives of Ranikhet are indulged in livelihoods like terrace farming and gifting beautiful views of orchards for the tourists. 

6. Mukteshwar

Mukteshwar is a trendy tourist attraction in Almora. People trek to Mukteshwar to enjoy the snowfalls, and the breathtaking views and also for trying activities like paragliding and camping.

It is also the hangout spot for adventurous tourists since it also provides activities like rock climbing. 

7. Kausani

This hill station village of Almora is also visited for the spellbound views.

Himalayan peaks are visible from Kausani. 

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8. Nainital 

Nainital has been enjoying the acclaim of a popular tourist destination since colonial times. The Nainital lake is famous for boating.

There are also resorts and hotels offering luxury stays in the perfect hill station vibes.

9. Bhimtal 

Bhimtal is close to Nainital. You can enjoy a splendid boating experience.

Visit the Bhimtal island situated in the center of the lake. 

10. Sattal 

Seven freshwater lakes intersect to form this naturally interesting location known as Sattal.

The place was known for its vast tea plantations during the colonial period. 

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Things To Do In Almora

1. Trekking 

This is one of the cheapest tourist activities available in the town. Being a hill station there are different locations to which trekking can be done. The trekking experience is more than enough to fascinate a nature lover with the rich varieties of wildlife in the region.

At some particular points, subject to the weather conditions, the peaks like Kedarnath, Shivling, Nanda Devi, and Trishul become visible during trekking. The rates of trekking are different for students, foreigners, and domestic tourists. 

2. Shopping

The major location to do shopping in the city is Thana Bazar. Since this is the main shopping spot in the town of Almora, people also call it the Almora Bazar. You can easily reach the bazaar since it is located in the center of the town itself.

The cultural peculiarities of Almora will excite you in the form of handicrafts, street food, and many more in this shopping street. Unlike other street markets in India, there is no active nightlife in this bazaar.

The Bazar opens from 10:00 AM every day and extends up to 6:00 PM. Make sure you try superior-quality woolen products from local vendors which will not disappoint you on any grounds. 

3. Visit Viewpoints

This hill town will give you the sights of the sunsets and sunrises that will be once in a lifetime experience. The locations like Bright End Corner are well-known locations to visit a perfect sunset in the city.

This is quite near to the town center which makes it highly accessible for everyone visiting Almora. 

4. Village Visits 

The popular Indian culture and traditions that you have learned about and witnessed in textbooks are entirely different from that of the hillside of India. Hence, the visit to the villages of Almora.

This will give you the opportunity to enjoy and explore the cultural diversities in close proximity. If you are undertaking the Almora visit along with your family and kids, such village visits can give you some new insights into the simple lifestyle.

Relationship intimacy the people of Almora cherish among themselves.

5. Picnics

The locations like Kalimath offers a place to refresh and rejuvenate with family and friends in the midst of the green lush nature and calming scenic beauty. However, traveling can be quite difficult which makes it a 40 min journey.

There is also a temple located inside the location with a ferocious Hindu goddess as the deity of worship. Hence this can also get listed in your must-visit places on the trip to Almora if you are more to the devotional side of it. 

How To Reach Almora?

Nearest airport: Pantnagar Airport

Nearest railway station: Kathgodam (KGM)

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