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KUMAON HIMALAYAS |
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The Kumaon Himalayas lie next to the Garhwal region and are situated
on the Great Himalayan Range. Kumaon is often confused with the Garhwal region itself. Kumaon comprises
the three hill districts of Nainital, Almorah and Pithoragarh.
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Destinations in Kumaon Himalayas |
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Gori Valley |
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Phitoragarh |
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Nainital |
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Ranikhet |
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Almora |
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General Information:-
Area: 38863square
kilometers.
Capital: Hyderabad
Population: 7,61,11,243
Language: Telegu & Urdu |
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Kulu - Places of
Interest |
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Kulu is the valley of the Upper Beas. One of the major western
Himalayan rivers, the Beas, however, does not cut across the main range and has a relatively
shorter high mountain run. It's large catchement area though, has given rise to some of the
most extensive temperate forests in the western Himalaya. In terms of it's physical geography also,
the area has some unique characteristics.
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Gori Valley - Places of Interest |
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The Gori(ganga) Valley offers excellent trekking and climbing opportunities.
However, infrastructure is almost non-existent in this region. The road ends at Munsiari (or Munsiary),
and from here one has to trek to reach Milam, which is the largest village in the Munsiari area. Incidentally,
the portion of the Gori valley from Munsiari to Milam is called Johar, from the grain that is harvested in
the non-trading season.
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Phitoragarh - Places of Interest |
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The Pithoragarh District was carved out of the Almora District of Kumaon
in the 1960s as a result of the Sino-Indian border dispute. The upper parts of
this district lie in the rain- shadow of the main Himalayan range. This region
includes the upper valley of the Goriganga (Malla Johar), the upper valley of
the Dhauli (Darma and Chaudan) and the upper Kuti (Byans) valley.
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Nainital |
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Nainital is a glittering jewel in the
Himalyan necklace, blessed with scenic natural spledour and varied natural
resources . Dotted with lakes , Nainital has earned the epithet of 'Lake District'
of India . The most prominent of the lakes is Naini lake ringed by hills .
Nainital has a varied topography . Some of the important places in the
district are Nainital , Haldwani , Kaladhungi , Ramnagar , Bhowali , Ramgarh ,
Mukteshwar , Bhimtal , Sattal and Naukuchiatal . Nainital’s unending expense
of scenic beauty is nothing short of a romance with awe-inspiring and pristine
Mother nature.
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Ranikhet |
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Ranikhet, quietly ensconced amidst pine trees with a
charming background of the snow clad Himalaya, has a breathtaking scenic beauty.
Blessed with a healthy climate, its magnetic charm attracts tourists all the year round. It is a haven for bird watchers and visitors who wish to spend their holidays in solitude.
Ranikhet is a place which has preserved its virginity and pristine charm.
The sweep of Himalayan range visible from here is arguably the largest
available from any place. It is a pure heaven 6000 feet above the sea level,
away from the bustling lifestyle of city life.
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Almora |
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Almora, a picturesque district in the Kumaun region,
East of Uttarakhand in India, with a breathtaking panoramic view of Himalayas,
summons tourists worldwide to its alluring grandeur of natural beauty.
Famous for its rich cultural heritage, unique handicrafts, sumptuous cuisine
and magnificent wildlife, coupled with an easy accessibility, Almora promises
its tourists a visit full of fun and unforgettable moments.
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