A Weekend Trip To Ranikhet

WELCOME THE WINTER

From Delhi To Ranikhet- 

In November, nature’s cold arm is just beginning to embrace the lower Himalaya, slowly transforming the landscape into a mist-covered, frosted picture postcard. Soak in the best of the season at Ranikhet, in Uttarakhand’s Almora district. Let your city-induced stress disappear in the mountain air, amidst the pine forests, the sloping meadows and the enchanting views of the distant peaks.

Ranikhet is the perfect spot for lazy, languorous holidays, you can also pack lots of action into your break here. At Upat is one of the most picturesque nine-hole golf links in the country, with snow-capped mountains providing a lovely backdrop. Not far from Upat is Kalika, with its famous temple dedicated to the Goddess Kali; here, you can also wander about a well-maintained forest nursery with an abundance of indigenous plants. 

For a day in a charming, relaxed setting, set out for a picnic at Bhalu Dam, an artificial lake surrounded by a pretty garden. Walks along scenic routes are an essential part of the Ranikhet getaway for most travellers. The stroll from the ancient Jhula Devi Temple to Chaubatia, known for its orchards, is an especially picturesque one and will have you stopping every now and then to soak in the views.

Ranikhet is also an ideal zone for trekking—from easy to challenging. Choose from routes such as Chaubatia Orchards to Holm Farm and Chaubatia to Bhalu Dam. Also scattered across the region Ranikhet is also an ideal zone for trekking—from easy to challenging. 

Choose from routes such as Chaubatia Orchards to Holm Farm and Chaubatia to Bhalu Dam. Also scattered across the region are a string of sparkling lakes. You can explore them and picnic at the edge of these waterbodies while avid anglers can spend hours fishing at lakes such as the Naukuchiya Tal.

You can drive from Delhi to Ranikhet, a distance of about 370 km, via Haldwani and Bhowali. If you want a room with a view—and you should when you’re in this part of the country—check into the Royal Mountain Hotel, where the comfortable rooms look out over the lower Himalaya.

Ranikhet is a good place to shop for woolens, especially shawls. The main
shopping districts in the town are the Mall and Sadar Bazaar. You should also stop by at the Tweed and Shawl Factory for its handcrafted products. Also carry back some Bal Mithai, the caramel-like fudge sweet that’s coated with sugar balls, one of Ranikhet’s specialties.

Even if November is just the beginning o winter, it can get chilly at these altitudes. Carry plenty of warm wear, not forgetting sturdy shoes for those mountain walks.

Ranikhet Hill Station - British Enlarged Ranikhet As A Hill Station In 1869 For Their Groups

RANIKHET HILL STATION 

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Ranikhet is situated in Almora district of Uttarakhand state of India. It is situated in the Kumaon hills and is located on an altitude of 1824 m above sea level. Ranikhet is 59 km from Nainital and 50 km from Almora. The weather in Ranikhet is alpine. Summers (April-June) are mild and winters are cold (November-February). It experiences southwestern monsoon rains in July-September and experiences snowfall in winters.

According to popular belief, Ranikhet got its name when Rani Padmini, queen of Raja Sukherdev, the local ruler, saw this place and was struck by its beauty. She was so captivated by the place that she decided to stay there, and the place came to be known as Ranikhet (literally, queen' s field).

The region around Ranikhet was ruled by local Kumaoni rulers and later came under British rule. The British developed Ranikhet as a hill station for their troops and stablished a cantonment in 1869. Ranikhet is still a cantonment town and is the Kumaon Regimental Center.

It was the place of interest for British who frequented this place to escape from the sweltering heat of the Indian subcontinent during their rule. There are many local myths that make up the history of the hill town.

The weather of Ranikhet is variable. The climate remains cold is winter and pleasant in summer. The snowfall in Ranikhet takes place during winter, mostly in December and January. The tourist session here lasts from March to October. Indian currency also known as Rupee is accepted throughout.

Ranikhet is all about famous lush beauty and reserve forest with wide varieties of Flora in the likes of Pine, Oak and Deodar trees. Its wildlife includes leopard, Leopard cat, mountain goat, barking deer, pine martin, Indian hare and wild bear among others.

According to the last Indian census, it has a population of 19,049. The inhabitants are friendly and fun loving by nature. You’d love your stay in here and will be mesmerized by its natural treasures for sure Ranikhet is known for its delicious apples, apricots, peaches and various other alpine fruits.

All the four seasons have something special to offer at Ranikhet. Therefore, it can be visited at any time of the year. Winters are cold and the entire region experiences snowfalls during the months of December and January.

 By Air

The nearest airport is Pantnagar 119 Km away.

 By Rail

The nearest railway station Kathgodam 80 km, is directly connected by rail to Lucknow, Bareilly and Agra. The hill station is at the distance of 49 kms. from Almora.

By Road

Ranikhet is connected by road to many places.

Almora Hill Station – It Is Attracted Large Number Of Prominent Visitors During 19th And 20th Century

ALMORA HILL STATION

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UTTARAKHAND

The hill station of almora is situated on a horseshoe shaped ridge of a mountain and the district of Almora is located in the province of Uttarakhand in India.

In east lies the district of Pithoragarh bordering Tibet and it's west lies the district of Garhwal and it's North lies the newly created district of Bageshwer and in the South there is the district Nainital. The location of the township of Almora, the headquarter of the district.

The scenic beauty of Almora, its ideal climate and situation,and magnificent view of mighty Himalayas attracted a large number of visitors from the plains during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

This ancient hill station is reputed for it's health giving climate and is perched on a five Km. long horse saddle shape ridge in between the river Kosi and Suyal and has been a cultural and political region of Kumaun for almost four hundred years, settled by Chand Rajas and nurtured by the British.

The region is immensely rich with 4000 species of plants, having remarkable diversity in it's natural vegetation by virtue of its being at a great range of elevation.The Township of Almora is the district headquarter and has all the facilities for a tourist of twenty first century.

Almora tourism also offers chances of paddling mountain bikes, changing gears of Royal Enfield, trekking through the forest for wildlife spotting and more. Touring the place in and around, booking the accommodation and making arrangements of mild adventure can be done by taking Almora tour packages. All along, Nature would be a great company to stay in.

Mahatama Gandhi said that  after having been nearly three weeks in Almora Hills, I am more than ever amazed why our people need go in Europe in search of health. Almora hill nature's hospitality eclipses all men can ever do.

Swami Vivekananda said that these mountains are associated with the best memories of our race: Here, therefore, must be one of centers, not merely of activity, but more of calmness of meditation, and of peace and I hope some one to realize it. 

By Air

Pantnagar is the nearest airport from where Almora is 127 Km away, reached by taxi.

By Rail

To travel Almora, option of reaching nearest railway station (90 Km away), Kathgodam from Delhi, Lucknow and Kolkata is also available.

By Road

Road trip to Almora can be easily planned from cities like Lucknow, Dehradun, Nainital, Delhi, Bareilly, Kathgodam, Pithoragarh, Haridwar and Haldwani.