Almora is the picturesque town of the Kumaun district of the Uttarakhand state. The strong cultural heritage, distinguished handicrafts, the magnificent wildlife promises tourists a memorable experience. Nature at its best here captures ones heart with its beauty and serene environment.
Well known for its unexploited natural environs, the hill station is perched on the ridge between the rivers Kosi and Suyal. The view of the Himalayas from here is unforgettable. Local attractions such as the Chitai temple here is popular for it’s unique collection of brass bells which come in different sizes. Nanda Devi temple is another place of attraction here.
If looking for some adventure one can try trekking which is a popular activity here. The 5 kms Almora mountain range waits to be explored. Trekking to Jageshwar is one of the simplest routes lined with lush green fields. Trekking takes place here between October and March.
As there are many trekking routes here, one has to know if a permit is required to trek here. Pantnagar about 127 kms from Almora is the nearest airport. The railway station at Kathgodam is 90 kms from here which is connected to Delhi, Lucknow, Dehradun and Calcutta by train. Private taxis and state government buses operate between Kathgodam and Almora.
