Pithoragarh
Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand is the land of unparalleled beauty, in-exhaustive Himalayan charm and serenity. It is easternmost district of the state with Nepal in the east and Tibet in the north. It also paves way to the religious shrine of Kailash Mansarovar. The place is ideal for a peace seeking and rejuvenating experience. The place can be rightly described as the land of ecological diversity with mighty Himalayan peaks, alpine meadows, passes, valleys, forests, waterfalls, rivers, springs and glaciers.
Places to see in Pithoragarh
Pithoragarh Fort
Also called London fort. The majestic fort is located in the top of a hill and was built by the Gorkhas in the 18th century. Presently government buildings are housed in the fort.
Kapileshwar Mahadev
The beautiful cave temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple offers captivating view of valley.
Thal Kedar Temple
The temple resides in the lapse of nature with trees all around and can be reached through a narrow pathway. The location offers amazing views of the valley and is perfect to experience the divinity and connect to the soul within.
Chandak
Just 8 kms from Pithoragarh lies the Chandak hill. It resides a temple dedicated to God Manu and is also a spot for hang gliding.
Patal Bhuvneshwar
91 kms from Pithoragarh lies the extraordinary example of cave temple, the shrine of lord Shiva. The narrow entry to the cave will take you to the phenomenally large caves with beautiful natural structures.
Narayan Ashram
It is an agglomeration of spiritual, social and educational centre with palisade with panorama. Apart from samadhi sthal the ashram also houses meditation room, library and a school.
Jhulaghat
It is a small town named after the hanging bridge in river Kali. The bridge connects river India and Nepal.
Chaukori
The small town located at a distance of 112 kms from Pithoragarh, is truly mother nature blessings with majestic Himalayan peaks, tea garden and orchards.
Askot Sanctuary
The Sanctuary is at a distance of 54 kms from Pithoragarh and is a must visit for wildlife and nature lovers. It is a house of snow leopards, Musk deer, himalayan black bears, pheasants and many more.
Nakuleshwara Temple
Just 10 kms from Pithoragarh lies Nakuleshwar Temple. Amidst with beauty of nature, the temple is said to be built by Pandavas brother Nakul and Sahdev.
Distance from prominent places
Delhi – Pithoragarh – 457 kms
Nainital – Pithoragarh – 218 kms
Badrinath – Pithoragarh – 329 Kms
Connectivity
Road: Pithoragarh district is well connected through road with all major towns. State buses and private buses run regularly to and from places. Private taxis are also frequently available. Some of the prominent habitation worth visiting near Pithoragarh are Champawat (75 kms), Munsyari (135 kms), Lohaghat (62 kms), Tanakpur (146 kms).
Train: The nearest railway station is at Tanakpur (146 kms). From Tanakpur buses and taxis are easily available.
Airlines: The district has its own airport known as Naini-Saini, though less operational. The other nearest airport is at Pantnagar which is 241 Kms from Pithoragarh.