Pithoragarh, a city with a Municipal Board in the Pitoragarh Distirc in the Indian State of Uttarakand, was carved out of district of Almora in 1962.
Pithoragarh was once a stronghold of the Chand Rajas, and the temples and ruined fort bear witness to their rule. The town lay on the old trade route to Tibet and is still en route the sacred trail to Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar.
Pithoragarh town is delight for mountaineers, trekkers, adventure seekers, botanists, pilgrims as well as sightseers. It is an important halt on the famous Kailash Mansarovar Yatra route. The rivers originating from the Pithoragarh mountains are perfect for water sports, while the lush jungles here teem with rich variety of flora and fauna.
This eastern most district of Uttaranchal popularly called as 'Miniature Kashmir', shares international boundary with China (Tibet) on the north and Nepal on the east. The northern parts are studded with majestic peaks like Nanda Devi (east), Nanda Devi (west), Trishul, Nandakot, Rajrambha, Panchachuli group etc. The alpine meadows and glaciers below these majestic mountains has made the district a virtual paradise for nature lovers.
Best time: The months of March to June and mid-September to October are ideal for visiting Pithoragarh, while July to early September is the rainy season.
Dhwaj
28 Km. Commands a wide view of the majestic snow - peaks of the north. Also important for temples devoted to Lord Shiva and Maa Jayanti.
Kailash Ashram
7 km. A religious Ashram of historical interest.
Kamaksha Mahadev
7 km. Another religious spot and viewing point, the temple is accessible by a motor road and a hiking trail.
Chandak
Situated 7 km away Chandak, on the northern frontier of the Soar Valley, offers a fascinating view of the Himalayan ranges and the sprawling meadows of Pithoragarh. It is a potential hang gliding resort. The Famous temple of Mostamanu is just 2 Km away. Chandak can be reached by taxi or by a short uphill trek.
General Information about Pithoragarh
Area : 6.47 sq. km.
Altitude: 1650 meter above sea level.
Season: April to June and September to October
Clothing: (Summer) Light Woolens; (Winter) Heavy Woolen
Language: Kumaoni, Hindi and English
Pithoragarh Accessibility
By Rail: Nearest Railway Stations : 151 Km from Tanakpur. 212 Km. from Kathgodam.
Some of the important trains connections for Kathgodam are Ranikhet Express (5013) and Shatabadi Express.
By Road:
The whole district is well connected by all - weather motorable roads.
Road distances to some important centers are :
Delhi - 503 Km, Bareilly - 268 Km, Pilibhit - 215 Km, Nainital - 188 Km, Haldwani - 218 Km and Lohaghat - 62 Km.
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