Binsar Travel Guide
Located
at a distance of 26 kms from Amora, Binsar, once the summer capital of the
Chand Rajas (7th to 8th centuries) is one of the most scenic spots in the
Kumaon Himalayas and a well acclaimed hill resort.
Binsar Hills
known and Jhandi Dhar, rise to a height of 2412 mts. And offer an
excellent view of Almora town, Kumaon hills and the greater Himalayas. The
surroundings abound in alpine flora, ferns, hanging moss and species of
wild flowers. The chief attraction of Binsar is the majestic view of the
Himalayas - a 300 kms, stretch on famous peaks which includes Kedarnath,
Chaukhamba, Trishul, Nanda Devi, nanda Kot and Panchchuli.
The
forests of Himalayan oak and rhododendron are excellent for trekking and
communing with nature.
Season
: Round the year Altitude : 2412 mts.
Excursions: Almora
: (26 kms) The district headquarters of Almora has still
maintained its old traditional character which can be felt in the tiled
roofed houses and paved streets. Places of tourist interest here are
Bright-end corner, Chitai Temple, Kasar Devi, Deer Park, Nanda Devi Temple
& ram Krishna Mission Ashram.Gananath : 31 kms
from Binsar, the temple is situated at a height of 2116 mts. Above sea
level which is famous for its caves and Shiva temple. Jalna : 959 kms) At
a height of above 5500 feet, Jalna Provides a wide panoramic view of the
Himalayas. A number of orchards produce a variety of fruits such as
apricots, peaches, pears, plums and apples. Katarmal :
42 kms Katarmal is a must for history lovers. It houses the famous
Sun Temple built by the Katyuri Rajas some 800 and 900 years ago, atop a
steep hill. Jageshwar : The temple town, housing
one of the 12 Jyotirlingas to be found in India stands on the
Almora-Pithoragarth road, in the beautiful Jataganga valley. The
grand temple complex, consisting of 124 temples is famous not only for its
exquisite craftsmanship but also for its pristine beauty of being located
among thick deodar woods. 60 Kms from Binsar. ACCESSIBILITY:
Rail : Nearest railhead is Kathgodam, 116 kms.
Road : Binsar is wellm connected by roads to all
prominent towns - Almora (26 kms), Nainital (90ksm) & Haldwani (120
kms)
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