Almora, another popular hill station of Uttarakhand is known as the cultural capital of Kumaon. This town is situated on a 5 km mountain range situated at an altitude of 1,650 m and from a distance its shape resembles a horse shoe. Almora was not discovered and developed by the British, instead it was the seat of power of the Chand Dynasty who ruled the land of Kumaon for almost a millennium. The town has maintained its old customs and traditions that are visible in the way houses and roads have been built.
The old forts, the historical monuments and the royal courts still exist in decent shape. The Kaushiki (Koshi) and Shalmali (Suyal) Rivers encircle the town, overlooked by the snows of the Himalayas. A must buy are the local Kumaoni sweets called Bal Mithai and Singauri.
PLACES
TO VISIT Public Museum
Govind Vallabh Pant Public Museum is near the Bus Stand. This museum
provides a deep insight of the development of art, culture and lifestyle
of this region. It has a rich collection of items of archaeological,
historical and cultural significance. This museum has unique collection
of 'Aipan', a folk style of painting. The timings of the museum are
10.30 AM to 4.30 PM on workdays.
Nanda Devi Temple
One of the main attractions of Almora, This temple is almost a thousand
years old. The carvings on the walls of this temple are exquisite. Every
year, the Nanda Devi Mela is organized here in a big way.
Bright End Corner
This place is famous for the excellent of sunsets and sunrises. A
picturesque and calm circuit house is close to this point.
Public Museum
Nanda Devi Temple
Bright End Corner
BEST SEASON/ BEST TIME TO VISIT
Almora has a pleasant and cool climate all through the year. But the
best time to visit Almora is during March to November.
City Facts State: Uttarakhand District: Almora Famous for/as:
Hill Station Languages: Kumauni
and Garhwali, Hindi Best Season: Apr -
Jun, Sep - Nov Weather: Summer 12
to 28°C, Winter -2 to 15°C Altitude: 1651 m Pincode: 263601 STD code: 05962
Winters (December to February)
offer chilly cool climate with temperature touching down to 4°C.
December and January months are freezing.
Summers (April to July)
are moderate with maximum temperature below 30°C. The weather is
perfect for Almora tourism.
Monsoons (August to October)
are associated with moderate rains, it makes Almora beautiful and
attractive with fresh greeneries. March to June is good for outings and
sightseeing.
July to November is really beautiful with intermittent showers and those
who like to be in rains are welcomed. December to February offers chilly
climate with snowfalls and dew.
