Almora

Geography, Culture and People

Almora town lies in the Almora district of Uttarakhand. The town of Almora spreads over 20 sq km at an altitude of approx 1651 meters from sea level. Almora is surrounded by lofty green thick forests of pine and fir trees and rivers Kochi and Suyal. The peaks of majestic peaks of Trishul, Nandaghunti, Panchuli Nandadevi, and Hathiparvat are all clearly from Almora.

The population of Almora district according to the 2011 census was 6,22,506 in which Almora town has 34,122 which 17,358 are males while 16,764 are females as per report released by Census India 2011 with a sex ratio of 966 female per 1000 male. The literacy rate is about 94.51 percent.

Hindus form the majority of people in Almora and Hindi and Kumaoni and the major languages spoken by the people. Other languages spoken in the region are Garhwali and English. People of all religion live together in peace and close harmony with each other.

Almost all Hindu festivals are celebrated here in Almora. As it falls in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand Fuldeyi, Bikhauti, Harela, Ghee Sankranti, Khatarua, Holi Uttaraini are most celebrated throughout the region.

Almora is around 300 km from Delhi and 180 kms from Dehradun. The city is divided into 11 small sub areas known as wards and elections are held every 5 years.

Almora Tourism

The town of Almora is also the second biggest town in Kumaon next to Nainital and is shaped like a horse shoe. The rivers Kosi and Suyal surround the town along with high snow covered peak of the Kumaon. The beautiful town has many temples, some of the Ram Shila Mandir, Nanda Devi, Doli Daana, Shyayi Devi, Khakmara, Asht Bhairav, Jakhandevi, Katarmal (Sun Temple), Jageshwar, Binsar Mahadev, Baijnath, Kasar Devi temple and many more. Rudreshwar Mahadev Temple is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is situated beside the river Ram Ganga.

Almora also has its share of ancient history and has sites which gives ample proof such as graves, pottery and cave drawings of prehistoric stone age period. These sites are now maintained and preserved by the Archaeological Survey of India.

The Chand kings which ruled Almora built some of the above temples here and also started a tradition of yearly fair and festivals which are still celebrated here with great pomp and reverence.

Almora has a favourable climate throughout the year and also receives occasional snowfall during the winters so no need to can be enjoyed equally during the summer as well as winters. Avoid the rains if possible.

The picturesque Almora with a touch of history, clean air and nature at its best around the high lofty mountains make Almora a truly heaven on earth and a travellers paradise.

Places to visit in Almora

Nanda Devi Temple

The Nanda Devi Temple is almost 1000 yrs old temple which dates back to the Chand era. Thousands flock to the Nanda Devi fair and festival held every year during the month of September. It is situated in the main bazaar on the central mall rd.

GB Pant Museum

The GB Pant Museum is a little ahead on the central mall rd . The museum has many artefacts and posters related to the freedom struggle of India. The museum also has a vast collection of historical and cultural significance of Almora and Uttarakhand.

Tagore Bhavan

The Tagore Bhavan is a huge house which was once occupied by the Great Ravindranath Tagore. He composed many of his great poems here in Almora. Presently has a government office.

Bright End Corner

Bright End Corner 2km from Almora, has one of the best sunset view in the region. The place also provide a great view of the huge mountains surrounding Almora. Must visit when in Almora.

Kasar Devi Temple or Kalimath

The Kasar Devi Temple holds a legendary belief that goddess Durga here killed daemon lords Shumbha and Nishumbha. The highly revered temple dedicated to goddess Durga is at a distance of 5kms from the town. One can get a beautiful view of the snow covered mountains peaks of Almora from here in Kalimath. Kalimath means the home of goddess Kali.

Deer Park

The Deer Park is a small park for tourist and local who come in for a leisurely stroll at the end of the day..

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