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Uttaranchal-Ranikhet
Ranikhet, literally meaning 'the queen's fields' is just like a heaven on earth. It is situated 6000 feet above the sea level in Uttaranchal. Thick forests, deodar and pine trees in the foreground and an unending range of Himalayas sweeping in the background, Ranikhet is spell binding.
The magic of queen began long back, that was before Britishers found the queen's secret fields. A British military base followed, a museum and a memorial today are the only reminders of the British regiment. But since Britisher's discovered it, time seems to stand still in Ranikhet. Every year so many people visit Ranikhet but the place has not lost a bit of its charm and beauty. Ranikhet is today also the centre of Kumaon Regiment.
Surprisingly, the tranquility and serenity of the place is not affected a bit by the increasing number of tourists sprawling here every year. The military air hangs here giving it a sort of old world charm. Aroma of pine trees which fills the atmosphere is intoxicating and scenic beauty exceeds description. An all weather tourist destination, Ranikhet with its forest cover is also a great place for bird watchers and those who wish to holiday in the lap of nature in solitude.
Chaubatia : Chaubatia essentially has fruit orchards, gardens and the Government Fruit Research Centre where you can picnic quite enjoyably. However, the main draw here is the commanding 300 kilometre view of Himalayas, Nanda Devi, Trishul, Nandaghunti and Nilkanth peaks. One can see these snow clad peaks on a clear morning. It is one of the largest horticulture gardens in the country spreading over 265 acres of land. There are 36 varieties of apples grown here of which four are exported. You can buy fruits from the food depot here. Bhaludam, three kilometres from here is an artificial lake, a popular picnic spot.
Upat and Kalika : It is a heaven for golfers. Upat has one of the best nine hole golf course links in the country. Golfing at such high altitudes is such a fun, a high powered shot could even land in the valley below. Visitors can have a game at the Army golf course here. Other attractions here are the private orchards which are worth taking a look, you can also take a stroll in the surrounding dense oak forests or catch a view of the Himalyan range. Just a kilometre away from Upat is a temple of Goddess Kali, there is a forest nursery also here.
Majkhali : Thirteen kilometres from here is Majkhali. People come here for views of Himalayas, however what's special about the place is that the view is rather close. Mount Trishul with a height of 26,500 feet look towering.
Chaukhutia : Chakhut means four legs. Chaukhutia has been so named because four ways lead out from it. You can access the entire region from here. The place is 54 killometers from Ranikhet and an explorer's delight. There are ruins of ancient forts and remains of Katyuri dynasty. One can also visit the Kali and Vaishno Devi temple. The place is also famous for fishing.
By Air : Nearest airport from Ranikhet is Pantnagar, 144 kilometres from here.
By Rail : The nearest railhead from Ranikhet is Kathgodam (80kms) and Ramnagar (96 kms).
By Road : Ranikhet is well connected with roads to important cities. Some major distances from Ranikhet are Almora (49 km), Delhi (386 km), Nainital (59 km) and Kathgodam (80 km). Apart from that buses also ply from Ranikhet to Nainital, Almora, Kausani and Kathgodam.
The magic of queen began long back, that was before Britishers found the queen's secret fields. A British military base followed, a museum and a memorial today are the only reminders of the British regiment. But since Britisher's discovered it, time seems to stand still in Ranikhet. Every year so many people visit Ranikhet but the place has not lost a bit of its charm and beauty. Ranikhet is today also the centre of Kumaon Regiment.
Surprisingly, the tranquility and serenity of the place is not affected a bit by the increasing number of tourists sprawling here every year. The military air hangs here giving it a sort of old world charm. Aroma of pine trees which fills the atmosphere is intoxicating and scenic beauty exceeds description. An all weather tourist destination, Ranikhet with its forest cover is also a great place for bird watchers and those who wish to holiday in the lap of nature in solitude.
Chaubatia : Chaubatia essentially has fruit orchards, gardens and the Government Fruit Research Centre where you can picnic quite enjoyably. However, the main draw here is the commanding 300 kilometre view of Himalayas, Nanda Devi, Trishul, Nandaghunti and Nilkanth peaks. One can see these snow clad peaks on a clear morning. It is one of the largest horticulture gardens in the country spreading over 265 acres of land. There are 36 varieties of apples grown here of which four are exported. You can buy fruits from the food depot here. Bhaludam, three kilometres from here is an artificial lake, a popular picnic spot.
Upat and Kalika : It is a heaven for golfers. Upat has one of the best nine hole golf course links in the country. Golfing at such high altitudes is such a fun, a high powered shot could even land in the valley below. Visitors can have a game at the Army golf course here. Other attractions here are the private orchards which are worth taking a look, you can also take a stroll in the surrounding dense oak forests or catch a view of the Himalyan range. Just a kilometre away from Upat is a temple of Goddess Kali, there is a forest nursery also here.
Majkhali : Thirteen kilometres from here is Majkhali. People come here for views of Himalayas, however what's special about the place is that the view is rather close. Mount Trishul with a height of 26,500 feet look towering.
Ranikhet
Chaukhutia : Chakhut means four legs. Chaukhutia has been so named because four ways lead out from it. You can access the entire region from here. The place is 54 killometers from Ranikhet and an explorer's delight. There are ruins of ancient forts and remains of Katyuri dynasty. One can also visit the Kali and Vaishno Devi temple. The place is also famous for fishing.
By Air : Nearest airport from Ranikhet is Pantnagar, 144 kilometres from here.
By Rail : The nearest railhead from Ranikhet is Kathgodam (80kms) and Ramnagar (96 kms).
By Road : Ranikhet is well connected with roads to important cities. Some major distances from Ranikhet are Almora (49 km), Delhi (386 km), Nainital (59 km) and Kathgodam (80 km). Apart from that buses also ply from Ranikhet to Nainital, Almora, Kausani and Kathgodam.
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