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Top Champawat Hotels
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Hotels(6)|Ratings(1)|Reviews(1) Last rated Feb 28th 2013
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Rs. 700
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Rs. 300
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Rs. 1400
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Rs. 300
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Rs. 900
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Rs. 900
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Champawat is situated at an altitude of around 1,610 metres above sea level in the state of Uttarakhand. Spread over a geographical area of 1,613 sq km, the district is a part of eastern Kumaon Division of Uttarakhand. It is bounded by Pithoragarh District, Nepal, Udham Singh Nagar District, Nainital District and Almora District.
The destination was a part of Almora district, which was given an independent identity in 1997. The district is believed to be the source and origin of religion and culture of Uttarakhand. In the olden days, the region was ruled by Chand dynasty. The destination is named after the daughter of King Arjun Deos, Champawati.
The ancient township is famous for natural beauty and temples like The Nagnath Temple and The Baleshwar Temple. Other notable sightseeing attractions of the destination are Ek Hathiya Ka Naula and Pithoragarh Fort. Ancient testimonies in the form of pillars, manuscripts and archaeological testaments dating back to the period of Mahabharata are a prime attraction. Barahi Temple of Devidhura, Tarkeshwar Mandir of Champawat, Vanasur Fort of Vishung, Baleshwar Mandir of Champawat and Sapteshwar Mandir of Sipti are reminiscent of Bharata era.
Apart from being a historical marvel of Kumaon, Champawat provides beautiful sight of terraced fields and valleys. The destination can be reached by air, rail and road transport. The nearest airport to the destination is Pithoragarh Airport, which is around 80 km. Travellers can also board trains to the nearest railhead Tanakpur. Buses are also available from Nainital, Haldwani and Tanakpur.
The pleasant weather condition prevails throughout the year, which makes Champawat a year round destination.
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Champawat was once the capital of Chand Raja of Kumaon. It is a district in the state of Uttarakhand and is popular for small forts and ancient temples. Baleshwar, Champadali and Ratneshwar are some of the popular temples in Champawat.
Tourists can visit places like Hinglaj Devi Temple, Narsinh Danda, Hidimba-Ghatothkach Temple and Karanteshwar Temple at Champawat. Banasur ka Kila, Kranteshwar Mahadev Temple and Nagnath Temple are situated close to the main town. Lohaghat, Mayawati Ashram, Devidhura, Barahi Temple in Devidhura and Abbot Mount are other major sightseeing attractions in the region.
Baleshwar Temple, Gurdwara Reetha Sahib, Purnagiri, Gwal Devta, Aditya Temple, Pancheshwar, Chaumu Temple in Pancheshwar and Ek Hathiya ka Naula can also be visited from Champawat.
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