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Uttaranchal»Almora |
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Almora |
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Sightseeing |
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Jageshwar
Jageshwar is located 34 kms from Almora. A complex of over 150 shrines set gem-like in a narrow riverine valley enclosed
by towering, ancient deodars.
Bageshwar
About 77km from Almora, This is pilgrim town, once a trade terminus, is also the base for treks to Pindari, Kafni and Sunderdhunga glaciers. It is located along the River Saryu. There is temple dedicated to Lord Bagnath from which this place derives its name. This temple was built in 1450. A little away from Bageshwar is the Pindari Glacier. At Bageshwar one has good accommodation facilities
Sheetalkhet
Watching the Himalyas from Sheetalkhet, 35km from Almora, is an incomparable experince. Scouting camps are often held here and Syahi Devi temple is
just km ahead.
Lakhudiyar
About 16km from Almora. Literally meaning 'one lakh caves, this is noted for pre-historic wall paintings. A hood -like rocky shelter is the chief specimen.
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Binsar
About 30km from Almora and lies along the Almora-Takula-Bageshwar route. Breathtaking and intimate view of the Himalayas.
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Katarmal
17km on the Almora-Ranikhet road. This is renowned for an 800-year-old Sun templle. A little beyond are the woods of Bikut.
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Gannath
Gannath is known for natural caves and ancient Shiva
temples. This place is 47 kms from Almora. It is good place for nature
lovers and ideal for spending your day with surpassing beauty. Every
year on Kartik Purnima day a fair is organized here. |
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