Milam Glaciers

The Milam Glacier is located in spectacular surroundings. The glacier lies at the base of the main Himalayan Mountain wall and is surrounded by snow clad peaks. A trek route from Munsiyari is a way out to reach this beautiful glacier. The route is covered throughout with thick Sub-alpine and alpine forests which makes the place more distinguished magical and beautiful.

Upper Damma Valley

Situated near the Indo-Tibet-Borders, this valley commands terrific views of surrounding snow-clad mountains. The Damma valley is also good for trekking and mountaineering.

Chhota Kailash

Chhota Kailash is one of the halting places for the pilgrim's, enroute to the holy Mansarover Lake. This is located in the high mountains and the view of the main Himalayas from here is fascinating. The gorge of the Kali Ganga River (Sharda) can also be seen from here.

Chhota Kailash is situated on the route to Kailash and Mansarover, north of the Pithoragarh.

Jauljibi

This is a beautiful town, which is situated at the confluence of the river Gauri and Kali. Every year during the autumn season, to indicate the cultural and commercial prosperity of the region, a very important trade fair is held here. Jauljibi is located at a distance of 73 kms from Pithoragarh district headquarter.

Chhipla Kedar

Chhipla Kedar is overflowing with natural beauty. Its beautiful surroundings and serene hills make it a trekker's paradise. Chhipla Kedar is treasure house of natural beauty and is blessed with a large variety of flora and fauna.

Chhipla Kedar, full of scenic beauty and memorizing surroundings is situated at a distance of 179 kms from Pithoragarh.

Gangolihat

Gangolihat, the place selected by Adi Guru Shankaracharya for placing the Mahakali Shaktipeeth is
always full of hustle -bustle with religious activity.

It is a cultural center, which is rich in religious traditions, music and folk culture. It is located at a distance of 78 Kms. from Pithoragarh.

Accommodation 
PWD Inspection House, District Board Dak Bungalow and Private hotels

Berinag

Berinag is a small town situated amongst the vast tea gardens. The view of the Himalayas from here is also very good.

It is located at a distance of 10 kms. from Chaukori and 102 Kms. from Pithoragarh.

Height 1720 Mts.
Climate Pleasant in Summer and cold in winter.
Clothing Summer Light Woolens or Cottons

Winter Heavy Woolens

Season Round the Year.
Language Kumaoni, Hindi .
ACCESSIBILITY 
Air Nearest Air port is Naini Saini, (Pithoragarh) 93 kms.
Rail Nearest Railway Station is Tanakpur, 192 Kms.
Road Well connected by road motorable road to all major towns of the region
Accommodation Tourist Rest House Private Hotels are available.

 

Chaukori

The beautiful town of Chaukori is one of the most beautiful spots of UP Hills. Chaukori, which is famous for the electrifying views of the Himalayas, is rich in beauty and splendor. From Chaukori, one gets feelings as if the Himalayas were within an arm's reach.

Chaukori has an indisputable command as a scenically beautiful town. It is at a distance 112 kms. from Pithoragarh.

Altitude 2010 Mts.
Climate Cold in winters, Pleasant in Summers.
Clothing Summer Light Woollens or cottons, Winter Heavy Woolens.
Season Round the year.
Language Kumaoni, Hindi.
ACCESSIBILITY 
Air Nearest Air port is Naini Saini (Pithoragarh), 112 kms.
Rail Nearest Railhead is Tanakpur, 75 Kms.
Road Chaukori is well connected with Almora (125 Kms.), Nainital (183 Kms.), Bageshwar (45 Kms.).
ACCOMMODATION  Panchchuli, Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam Tourist Bungalow.
Patal Bhubneshwar

Patal Bhubneshwar temple is a very distinctly beautiful temple. The way to the temple is through narrow tunnel shaped cave. The main passage further opens up to several small caves. These small caves house the stone carvings of many gods and goddesses. This temple is very highly revered by the religious persons. This cave temple is believed to be the abode of thousand of deities of the Hindu pantheon.

The Patal Bhubneshwar is located at a distance of 91 Kms. from Pithoragarh and 14 Kms. from Gangolihat. It is situated at a height of 1350 Mts.

Altitude 1350 Mts.
Climate Cold in winters, Pleasant in Summers.
Clothing Summer Light Woollens or cottons, Winter Heavy Woollens.
Season Round the year.
Language Kumaoni, Hindi.
ACCESSIBILITY 
Air Nearest Air port is Naini Saini, 95 kms. Pithoragarh
Rail Nearest Railhead is Tanakpur, 164 Kms., and Kathgodam 210 Kms.
Road 6 Kms from Gangolihat Guptari is well connected with state highway. Nearest bus stand is Gangolihat 14 Kms.
ACCOMMODATION  Army Dharamshala and Tourist Hut/Cottages
DIDIHAT

Didihat is the sub-divisional headquarter of Didihat sub division. Commanding a beautiful and dynamic view of Panchchuli Himalayan range, it is situated at an elevation of 1725 Mts.

Didihat is a very picturesque and beautiful valley. It is surrounded by green and beautiful ridges which give it a very distinguish look. Didihat is 55 Kms. away from Pithoragarh.

Area 2.5 sq. Kms.
Height 1725 Mts.
Clothing Summer Light Woolens or Cottons.

Winter Heavy Woolens.

Season Round the Year.
Language Kumaoni, Hindi.
ACCESSIBILITY 
Air Nearest Air port is Naini Saini, (Pithoragarh) 55 kms.
Rail Nearest Railway Station is Tanakpur, 206 Kms.
Road Well connected by road motorable road network of the state.
Accommodation  Tourist Rest House, Didihat Ph. 2234
PWD Rest House, Didihat
Kumaon Hotels, Didihat
National Hotel Didihat
 Narayan Ashram
(Restricted Area)

This ashram is a sort of hermitage. Narayan Swami established it in 1936. This Ashram is a spiritual cum Socio-Educational center.

The Narayan Ashram is at a distance of 129 kms from Pithoragarh.

Altitude 2734 Mts.
Climate Pleasant in summer. Cold in Winter.
Clothing Summer Light Woollens or cottons, Winter Heavy Woollens.
Season Round the year.
Language Kumaoni, Hindi.
ACCESSIBILITY 
Air Nearest Air port is Naini Saini Pithoragarh, 129 kms.
Rail Nearest Railhead is Tanakpur, 280 Kms.
Road Upto Tawaghat (19 Kms. far from Dharchula) motorable road is available and onwards 14 Kms. is by foot via Thanidhar-Pangu.
ACCOMMODATION 

Only Ashram is available to stay.

Note: Narayan Ashram is within restricted area. Tourists are advised to contact SDM Pithoragarh and Dharchula respectively. Foreign tourists in a group of four are allowed to visit this Ashram without permit/permission.  

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