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Uttarakhand is always being tourist favorite for its high mountains, scenic views, river and water sports, trekking and other excitement to make your trip unforgettable. Tourist places in Uttarakhand like Mussorie, Dehradun, Rishikesh and Haridwar are already filled with crowd of travelers. So now we are exploring the other region in north of Uttrakhand, Kumaon. Kumaon is also blessed with panaromic natural beauty, crystal clear lakes and biodiversity. Let’s explore some of the beautiful spots located in Kumaon region which could be explored in the next vacation.
Nainital
Nainital located in the lap of Himalayas known for crystal clear lakes, lush green forests and majestic peaks. The place is a paradise for nature lovers. Here you can enjoy exciting sports like Ropeway Rides, Boating, Elephant Safari, Camping and Trekking.
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Ranikhet
Ranikhet is another exciting destination in Kumaon known for its picturesque landscape, lush green forests, pine trees and colorful flowers. You can enjoy fishing, trekking, nature walks, paragliding, camping and golfing here. Some of the important spots to be visited in Ranikhet is Chaubatia Gardens, Jhula Devi Temple, Upat Golf Course, Mankameshar Temple, Majkhali and Bhalu Dam. The best time to visit Ranikhet is in summer months. Avoid visiting this hill station at the time of monsoons.
Mukteshwar
Located in between the mountain peaks of Panchchuli, Nanda Devi and Trisulas is magnificient hill station in Kumaon region. The peaceful atmosphere and tall green mountains here provides a pleasure to your soul. If you are thinking for a weekend getaway, the place is perfect destination with activities like Trekking, Rock Climbing, Paragliding, Rappelling and Camping. You can visit sites like Chauthi Jaali, Bhulugarh Waterfalls, Mukteshwar Temple, Mukteshwar Dam and Choco House Chocolatiers here. Surely, this visit will fill you with great excitement and energy to work with double efficiency.
Almora
This beautiful hillstation will leave you spellbound with its natural beauty, beautiful streams and picturesque locations. Here you can spend some good time with your friends or soulmate while admiring the beauty of Himalayas. Camping at the riverside is also a great experience where you sit under the open sky, spend some time beside bonefire or explore some new flaura and fauna of the place. The place also good for those who enjoys trekking. You can see spots like Jageshwar, Katarmal Sun Temple, Deer Park, Zero Point and Bright End Corner in Almora.
Champawat
The beautiful city of Champawat could be your next holiday destination. The city offers a lot of fun activities like trekking, camping and other outdoors. The pleasantry weather and peaceful atmosphere of the city will take all your tensions away and make you feel roam easy in the lap of nature. Some of the important spots that could be explore in Champawat are Baleshwar Temple, Banasur Ka Kila, Nagnath, Gwal Devta, Kranteshwar Mahadev Temple and Shymla Tal.
Chaukori
The next on our list is Chaukori. The city is located close to Jim Corbett national park and provide picturesque views for photography lover. You can admire the lovely sunset here when the sun hides behind Panchachuli peaks the view is truly awesome. Many tourists enjoy trekking and hiking to the temples located in the area. You can see Patal Bhubaneshwari Temple, Kapileshwar Mahadev Temple and Nakuleshwar Temple during your stay in Chaukori.
Pithoragarh
Nestled in easternmost Himalayan range, Pithoragarh is a beautiful district to plan your summer vacation in Uttarakhand. The city is known for scenic natural beauty and walking trails. You can visit a number of spots like Dhwaj Temple, Chandak, Pithoragarh Fort, Askot Sanctuary and Purana Bazaar. You can enjoy trekking, shopping and nature walk or can spend some peaceful time in the lap of nature.
Munsiyari
Munsiyari is another beautiful city which welcomes you with snow-clad mountains, greenery and panoramic views that make you feel blessed. The city also serves as a base for those who want to visit Ramalm, Namik and Milam glaciers. You can admire the beauty of Birthi Falls, Kalamuni Top, Thamari Kund, and Panchachuli Peak during your stay in Munisyari.
Abbott Mount
If you are in search of some unseen places in Uttarakhand, then Abbott Mount serve your need. You can feel the excitement for your trip with the thought of lush green mountains, natural beauty, cool atmosphere, lakes and other things to make your trip a memorable one. You can enjoy bird watching, fishing, bonfire and can take beautiful photograph of natural beauty here. Some of the places to visit in Abbott Mount is Lohaghat, Pancheshwar, Mayawati Ashram and Vanasur Ka Kila.
Kausani
Nicknamed as Switzerland of India by father of nation, Mahatma Gandhi is a beautiful city to visit in Kumaon region. The city is known for its Terrace farms. Visiting here provides a pleasure to your soul. The city is a home to a number of tourist spots like Sumitranandan Pant Museum, Someshwar, Baijnath Temple, Rudradhari Falls and Caves, Kausani Tea Estate, and Stargate Observatory. Besides that, you can enjoy Rock Cimbing, Shopping, and Trekking whenever you visit the place.
Lohaghat
Lohaghat is a small hill station which is surrounded by oak and pine forests. The place is an ideal get-a-way for those who are sick of their regular routine. Just admiring the natural beauty of the place while sitting on a balcony of your hotel room or having some tea with your partner give you heavenly pleasure. The tourists here can see spots like Nagnath Temple, Vansur’s Fort, Advaita Ashram and Abbott Mount. Trekking lover can enjoy trekking and sightseeing here.
Bhimtal
Bhimtal is a quiet hill station located 1371 meters above sea level. The city got its name due to existence of Bhimtal lake. The picturesque view of the lake combined with beautiful green area doubles the excitement of the visitors. Many tourists enjoy boating while other loves to sit beside quiet lake admiring the natural beauty of the place. Nature walks at this place also gives a pleasantry experience to the visitors.
Jim Corbett National Park
Jim Corbett National Park was founded in the year 1936 spread in an area of 520 kilometer square. The park was named after British hunter Jim Corbett. The visitors here can have a close look to the wild life of the region including Nilgai, Sambar, Rhesus Langur, cobra, fox and wild boar. Also about 580 species of birds lives here which attracts a number of bird watchers. Visitors also enjoys visiting Garjia Temple, Dhikala and Kalagarh Dam.
Sattal
Sattal got its name due to existence of seven interconnecting lakes in the area. The area is just 14 kilometers away from Nainital and is worth visiting if you can spear one extra day from your trip to Nainital. The five lakes Ram Tal, Sita Tal, Lakshman Tal, Garuda Tal and Hanuman Tal remains throughout the year, however, Biyun Tal and Sookha Tal could be seen only in season. You can enjoy boating in the lake. The wetland area also attracts a number of birds, which could be seen near lakes.
Binsar
Binsar can serve a perfect destination if you are looking for a quiet hill station away from crowd and traffic. The city is surrounded by high snow-capped mountains Nanda Kot, Nanda Devi, Nanda Kot and Chaukhamba. The city welcomes the tourist with adventure activities like rafting, paragliding, hiking, trekking and nature walks. Some of the popular tourist spots here are Zero Point, Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, Golu Devta Temple and Khali Estate Binsar.
Ramgarh
Ramgarh is a hidden treasure of Uttarakhand. The city is known for a number of fruit orchards and is also popular with the name “Fruit Bowl of Kumaon.” Beautiful tall mountains, nature trekking, temple visits and delicious fruits, what else do you need in a tourist destination. Some of the popular spots of Ramgarh are Baba Neem Karoli Mandir, Ghorakhal Temple, Fruit orchards and Bhalu Garh Falls.
Chaukori
The next on our list is Chaukori. The city is located close to Jim Corbett national park and provide picturesque views for photography lover. You can admire the lovely sunset here when the sun hides behind Panchachuli peaks the view is truly awesome. Many tourists enjoys trekking and hiking to the temples located in the area. You can see Patal Bhubaneshwari Temple, Kapileshwar Mahadev Temple and Nakuleshwar Temple during your stay in Chaukori.
Pangot
Pangot is a small beautiful village located near Nainital. Pangot is popular for its bird sanctuary which is a home to over 350 bird species. The village could be visited in a day and provides peace to the mind with its quiet streams, thick forests and hiking trails. Camping here is also a good idea to spend a night in open sky, bonfire and lots of fun with friends. Kilbury Forest Rest House, Camel’s Back and Pangot and Kilbury Bird Sanctury are some important places to visit.
Berinag
Berinag is situated in eastern front of Uttarakhand and is about 160 kilometers away from popular hill station Nainital. The place is considered as home of Ancient Hindu God, Nag Devta and is known for Nag Devta Temple. Here you can have a clear view of mountains of Nanda Devi, Rajrambha and Trishul. The Chineshwar Waterfall is also worth visiting. Berinag served as a tea estate at the time of British era and was one of the finest tea producers at the time. The view of sunset here is also very exciting.
Didihat
A discussion about Kumaon is incomplete without Didihat. This is another jewel of Uttarakhand. The place is known for its rich flora and fauna as well as miraculous views of high Panchachuli peaks. The place is ideal for adventure lovers who enjoys trekking, hiking and camping. You can visit Shirakot Temple, Askot Musk Deer Sanctuay and Didihart fort during your trip to Didihat.
Jeolikot
Just 17 kilometers from Nainital, Jeolikot is another hidden treasure of Kumaon. This hill station welcomes you with magnificient views of tall green mountains, horticulture, cool weather and pleasantry experience. The place is photogenic and you can also admire the beauty of Himalayan Botanical Garden, Butterfly Garden as well as Sariyatal here. The place is a paradise for nature lover as well as who loves to see different types of birds.
So these are some of the top hill stations of Kumaon region which could be visited if you want a peaceful summer vacation. Some of them are close to Nainital which could be added in your trip to Nainital if you can spear some extra days. Uttarakhand is full of natural beauty and welcomes you with warm heart so what are you waiting for, pack your bag and plan for your next holiday destination.