Tourist places in and around Almora
Naina Devi Temple
This ancient temple is one of the main attractions of Almora town. This temple is hundreds of year old and carries deep faith of many people from this area. The images and statues on walls of this temple are intricately and delicately carved. They are very attractive and almost true to life depiction has been done. Every year a fair is organized here. People from all over the place come and participate in this fair. Groups of young men & women dance on the pulsating music of the mountains.Deer Park
Deer park is located some three km from Almora. An evening stroll in Deer park has its own pleasure.Chetai Temple
The local people have much faith on this temple. The Chetai temple is located eight km from Almora. This temple is surrounded by dense fur and pine tree forest. If you are a nature lover then you will certainly enjoy this place.Public Museum
Near Almora bus stand is the Govind Vallabh Pant Public Museum. This museum provides a deep insight of the development of art, culture, life style of this region. It has a very rich collection items relating to Archaeological, Historic and cultural significance. This museum has unique collection of 'Apen', a folk style of painting. One can have a good view of the various aspect of this style painting. This museum is open from 10:30 in the morning to 4:30 in the evening.Simtola - This is a picnic spot about three km from Almora town. The whole place is covered with pine and fur trees. The calmness and peaceful environment has fun of its own kind.
Binsar (30 km)
An idyllic health resort set at an altitude of 2,412 metres affords breathtaking views of snow covered Himalayan peaks.Jageshwar (38 km)
The famous temple complex amidst lush surroundings has 124 shrines and hundreds of splendid statues. It is believed to possess one of the twelve Jyotirlinga's of the country and enshrines a swayambhu Linga named Nagesh. Colourful fairs are held here during shivaratri and in the monthe of ‘Shravan' (July/August). Jageshwar is frequented by pilgrims as well as by nature lovers.38 km from Almora, Jageshwar is believed to be the abode of twelve Jyotirling's. It is situated in a beautiful narrow valley surrounded by magnificent Deodar trees. The complex, consisting of 124 temples and hundreds of statues, is famous not merely for its exquisite craftsmanship but also for its Swayambhu Linga named Nagesh. In Jageshwar, fairs are held during Shivaratri and in the month of ' Savan' (JuIy, August). Both religious as well as nature lover tourists frequent the place.
Bageshwar
77 km from Almora, Filled with the religious aura and peace of the soul and mind after the visit to Baijnath, the visitor, inevitably becomes a pilgrim and his steps lead him to the confluence of the sacred Gomti and Saryu, at Bageshwar.Mentioned on the copper plate here, like in Varanasi, the spirit of Siva prevails. This is his town. An entrancing spot in the valley, it is pilgrim centre, with the 15 shrines and ancient temple of Baijnath, built in 1450 A.D., that gives the town its name.
In the month of January, thousands of pilgrims converge here to the Uttargayani Fair to have a dip in the holy waters of the confluence. Fasting and chanting, they worship Siva in the temple built for Him many centuries ago. During the Katyuri rule, it was one of the administrative centres, near their capital.
Shitlakhet - Watching the Himalayas from Shitlakhet, 35 km from Almora, is an incomparable experience. Scouting camps are often held here and Syahi Devi temple is just km ahead.
Baijnath
71 km from Almora are located the famous temples of Baijnath. Built by Katyuri rulers, these temples have over the time become synonymous with India's rich mythology. Here a cluster of temples holds in their folds beautiful idols of Goddess Parvati chiseled in black stone. Innumerable tales of Lord Shiva and Parvati make these temples a fascinating experience.Gananath
At an altitude of 2116 meter and at a distance of 47 km from Almora, this place is known for its natural landscapes.Kosi Temple (10 km)
It was built during 12th century by the katyuri dynasty and is one of the earliest sun temples in India.Kausani (52 km)
This charming hill resort set amidst several snow-capped peaks is endowed with exceptional natural beauty. Mahatma Gandhi came here in 1929 and was fascinated by the sceni gramdeur of Kausani. His commentary on the Gita-ana-Shakti Yoga was written here at the Anashakti Ashram.The distance from Almora is 52 km. The birthplace of famous poet, and a place where Gandhiji stayed for some time, this place offers a view of seven peaks of Himalaya including Trishul and Nanda devi.
Ranikhet (49 km)
Ranikhet or the "queen's Field" perched at an altitude of 1829 metres, represents the very best of Himalayan beauty. It is believed that Rani Padmini, the queen of Raja sukhdev was completely captivated by the scenic splendour and decided to settle over here and thus the town came to be known as Ranikhet.Other places of Interest
Jama Masjid,
Govt. Museum (Near Bus Stand, Almora, Tel:22262 Open daily 1030-1630 hrs except Monday & Gazetted holidays).Nanda Devi Temple,
Tripura Sundari Temple,
Doli Danda Temple,