A horse shaped town located in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, Almora is among the few popular hill towns in the country that were not founded by the English. In fact, this hill town predates arrival of the East India Company on the Indian shore.
Almora is primarily a pilgrimage destination. The town and many of its attractions still exhume age old traditions and charm. Some of the most famous temples located in and around the town include the Nanda Devi Temple, the Katarmal Temple and Chitai Temple. Govind Vallabh Pant Public Museum, Almora Fort and Lakhuudiyar are other important attractions in Almora that speak of the glorious past the town has had.
Leisure walks on The Mall or inside lush meadows nearby can compel any visitor to step back in time. Visitors either walk up to Deer Park and nearby temples or hire cabs in the town.
For people who love to spend time with nature, Almora is nothing short of a dream come true. While love birds stroll around the parks, treks and treating their taste buds at restaurants, families spend quality time at various picnic spots around the town.
Almora has a moderate climate throughout the year. In winters, however, people need to put on some warm clothes.
Bustling with activity and full of mystical charm, Almora is a must-visit for every person who loves to visit religious, historic, naturally beautiful or culturally rich places in India. The cultural capital of Kumaon region in the state of Uttarakhand, Almora always calls tourists to come visit it a second time to have even better experiences.
The nearest airport is located at Pantnagar (125km). This airport is connected to Delhi and flights are available 3 times a week. Tourists can also arrive here via train. The nearest railway station is located at Kathgodam (91km).