 The cultural capital of Kumaon
Almora is the cultural district of Kumaon. Almora is adorned with natural beauty and provides a scintillating view of the Himalayas.
Location
It is surrounded by four hill ranges - Banari Devi, Kasar Devi, Shayahi Devi and Katarmal. The first three peaks are well known for temple of Goddesses and Katarmal is famous for Sun Temple. The scenic places with are within a distance of 10kms. From Almora the cultural city, are Brightend Corner (2kms), Kasar Devi Temple (6 kms), Chitai Temple (8 kms), Doli Dana Temple (3 kms) and Katar Mal Surya Mandir(10 kms).
Weather
Almora stands at a height of 1,638 meters. The best season is April-June and September-November. For those interested in snow views the best time to visit is in early summer and autumn.
Accommodation
Hotels, Inspection Bungalows, private cottages are available which suit all budgets.
General Information Of Almora
Total Area:11.9sq.kms.(city area)
Total Population: 53.507 (1991census)
Altitude: 1646 mts. From the sea level
Temperature:
25-29 Degree in Summer
07-16 Degree in Winter
Rainfall: Average 828mm(33'')
Clothing: Summer- Cottons/ light woolen, Winter - Heavy woolen
Languages: Hindi, English and Kumauni (Regional)
Road distance from Almora to(in Kms.)
Delhi (382)
Dehradun (412)
Bareilly (205)
Hardwar (357)
Haldwani (96)
Lucknow (466)
Pithoragarh (122)
Kathgodam (90)
Nanital (71)
Nearest Railway Station
Kathgodam at a distance of 90kms. Connected by rail with Lucknow, Delhi and Howrah.
Nearest airpoint
Pantnagar at a distance of 110kms.
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