Chaukori is a small hamlet situated in the Pithoragarh district of Uttrakhand state. Chaukori and to the south is Terai. Chaukori is perched at an astounding elevation of 2,010mts above sea level affording splendid and invigorating views of nature’s beauteousness. Chaukori is famous for its tea gardens established by the British. Chaukori is considered as heaven in Kumaon by the travelers. The virgin beauty of Chaukori is unaffected by pollution and crowd. Chaukori is a peaceful hamlet showering us with enchanting views of the heavenly Himalayas. The benign peaks of Nanda Devi, Chaukhanba, Trishul, Nanda Kot and the Panchachuli are distinctly visible from Chaukori. Chaukori is one of the hidden jewels and unexplored destination of Kumaon and you are free to discover new paths and places in the nearby region. .
Climate
Summer : : 25 (max) & 17 (min) Degrees Celsius Winter : : 10 (Max) & 2 (Min) Degrees Celsius .
Tourist Season
April-June, September-November
Accommodation
Forest Rest House and Private Hotels are Availabe.
General Information Of Chaukori
Area : 2.1 sq. km. Population :100 (1991 census) Altitude : 2010 mtrs. Above sea level. Season : April-June, September-November Clothing (Summer) : Light Woolen (Winter) : Heavy Woolens Language : Hindi, Kumaoni Festivals : Nanda Devi Fair, Saneti Local Transport : Buses/Taxis
Tourist Attraction in or by Chaukori
Gangolihat:
An important religious place and rich in folk culture and ancient myths , is situated 77 Km from Pithoragarh . It is particularly well known for the famous Mahakali temple where the Shakti Peeth was installed by Shankaracharya himself..
Bageshwar
A famous temple in this region. Every year, Bagnath attracts thousands of pilgrims from all over as it is believed that Lord Shiva wandered here as a tiger. It is located at the confluence of Saryu and Gomti rivers. The popular Uttarayani fair is held every year in January .
Kausani
The major attraction at Kausani is that is offers wondrous vistas of the Kumaon Himalayas. You may enjoy the endless stretch of famous peaks like the Nanda Devi, Trishul, and the Nandakot.
Didihat:
This is an amazing and most spectacular places to visit. It overlooks the carefully protected Himalayas.From sunrise to moon rise, season-to-season, it will always display a changing palette of light and color but the sweeping expanse of nature will remain extraordinary. attractive ridges. It is situated on the pilgrimage route to Kailash Mansarovar. Didihat is situated at a distance of 31kms from Chaukori...
Munsiyari:
it nestles at an elevation of 2135 metres. and the entire region is known as Johar valley. Munshyari is a base for treks to Milam and Namik glaciers. The trek from Munsiyari to Milam Glacier, the source for Goriganga river is fascinating. Around Munsiyari are alpine lakes of Maheshwari Kund and Thamri Kund. Munsiyari Bugyal, an alpine meadow full of wild flowers is enchanting. Khalia Top and Betulidhar are suited for skiing.
Accessibility
Road distance from Chaukori to(in Kms.)
Chaukori is connected by road to all the major towns in the area. Chaukori is 480 km from Delhi and 173 km from Nainital. The most convenient way to get here is to drive from Delhi, via Haldwani - Almora. One can also opt for a night bus from Delhi- Almora which is a 10 hrs journey. From Almora one can hire a taxi or take another bus for the last 115 km stretch.
Nearest Airport
Naini Saini at Pithoragarh (91km, not functional).
Nearest Railway Station
Kathgodam (198 km)
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