Places to Visit in Pithoragarh
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Chandak
Rank 1
Ranked 1 of 12Places to Visit in Pithoragarh
- Type: Hill
Chandak is a hill situated at a distance of 8 km from Pithoragarh. The Manu temple is found here. Chandak provides an uphill climb and is in the northern part of the soar valley.
The Himalayan ranges and the widely extending soar valley are visible from Chandak and tourists...
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Gangolihat
Rank 2
Ranked 2 of 12Places to Visit in Pithoragarh
- Type: Religious
Gangolihat is at a distance of 77 kms from Pithoragarh, which is known for its rich culture of folk and ancient myths. Gangolihat, has Mahakali temple where Shankaracharya established the Shakti Peeth.. This place is dedicated to lord Shiva. During, the Navaratri festival, a fair is held where...
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Narayan Ashram
Rank 3
Ranked 3 of 12Places to Visit in Pithoragarh
- Type: Religious
The sprawling Narayan Ashram was founded in 1936 and is located 136 km from the city of Pithoragarh. The scenic ashram is situated at an altitude of 2734 meters and also runs a school and training center for the local youth and kids. A meditation hall, library and Samadhi sthal are also within...
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Askot Sanctuary
Rank 4
Ranked 4 of 12Places to Visit in Pithoragarh
- Type: Sanctuary
Askot sanctuary is found at a distance of 54 km from Pithoragarh Township and is at a height of 5412 feet in the Kumaon region of the Himalayas. The sanctuary is inhabited with Musk deers, black beers, snow cocks, chirs, bharals, koklas, snow leopards, chukors, etc.
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Pithoragarh Fort
Rank 5
Ranked 5 of 12Places to Visit in Pithoragarh
Pithoragarh fort is located at the outskirts of Pithoragarh town. At Present, the fort is in the dilapidated condition. From here the Kali Kumaon is visible. This fort was built by the Gorkhas in 1789, after they invaded Pithoragarh town.
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Nakuleshwara
Rank 6
Ranked 6 of 12Places to Visit in Pithoragarh
- Type: Religious
Nakuleswar Temple was built by the last two Pandavs, Nakula and Sahadev. This temple is present at Athagaon and the village of shiling, which is at a distance of 10 km from the town. The name Nakuleshwar has been derived by the combination of Nakul which means Himalayas and Ishwar which means...
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Dhwaj temple
Rank 7
Ranked 7 of 12Places to Visit in Pithoragarh
- Type: Religious
In the famed holy shrine, Dhwaj temple both Maa Jayanti and Lord Shiva are worshipped. This temple is located 10 km from Pithoragarh by road and if you are fond of hiking, you can take the 4 km route. The views of the mighty Himalayas are picture perfect.
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Kapilaswar cave
Rank 8
Ranked 8 of 12Places to Visit in Pithoragarh
- Type: Religious
Kapilaswar cave temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is at a distance of 3 km from the town. The Soar valley and the Himalayan peaks can be seen from this place. This temple dedicated to Mahadev, is located in the soar valley, farther away from the villages of Takari and Takaura....
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Thal Kedar
Rank 9
Ranked 9 of 12Places to Visit in Pithoragarh
- Type: Religious
Thal Kedar is a holy Shaivite pilgrim site. This place is dedicated to Lord Shiva. During Shivaratri , a number of devotees gather at Thal Kedar. Thal Kedar is situated at a distance of 15 km from the Pithoragarh town and can be reached by trekking from Pithoragarh or Nakuleswar...
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Arjuneswar temple
Rank 10
Ranked 10 of 12Places to Visit in Pithoragarh
- Type: Religious
The temple of Arjuneswar is located at a distance of 10 kms to the west of Pithoragarh town. Arjuneswar temple is situated at a height of 6000 ft and is reached by trekking or by the road leading to the top. It is believed that the temple is built by Arjuna of the Pandavas. The temple has been...
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Munshyari
Rank 11
Ranked 11 of 12Places to Visit in Pithoragarh
- Type: Other
Munshyari is a small Himalayan township near Pithorogarh. It is to the north of Pithoragarh at a distance of 127km. It is considered as a gateway to Johar region of the Himalayan ranges. Munshyari serves as the gateway to Millam, Namik and Ralam glaciers. Gori Ganga is originates from this...
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Nagmandir of Berinag
Rank 12
Ranked 12 of 12Places to Visit in Pithoragarh
- Type: Religious
The Nagmandir of Berinag, situated at a distance of 1 km uphill Pithoragarh, near Berinag village is surrounded by tree clusters and a ravine. Nag temple is dedicated to lord Shiva and is revered as an incarnation of the lord. According to legends, this place was named by ‘pants’ from...
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