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It’s
a fascinating spot, encircled by a a vast wildlife
sanctuary, a home to many rare animals, birds and wild
flowers.
Binsar is also a trekker’s paradise. Trekking the
salubrious air, amidst the misty mountain trails,
towering Oaks and Rhododendron. A formation of sleepy
hamlets amidst orchards, silver streams and green
meadows. The mantle of green hangs all around- rocks
covered with unusual moss and ferns, flowers and
shrubs – foliage sprouting out of every conceivable
nook and corner of the hillside. The entire area is
now a sanctuary.
Outside Binsar is the temple complex of Jageshwar, 34
kms from Almora nestles in a beautiful valley, crested
by majestic deodars. This important pilgrimage centre
is considered to be the one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.
Time just stands still at Binsar. You will keep
discovering new walking trails up the mountains and
down the valleys, new lookout points for another
spectacular sunset. This intimate little hill retreat
makes you feel that noting can ever come between you
and nature.
Places to see in Binsar
Binsar Hill
Locally known as Jhandi Dhar, if offers panoramic view
of the Kumaon Hills and the Greater Himalayas from an
altitude of 2420 m. In the night, the lights of the
Almora town look fascinating.
Khali Estate
The erstwhile royal palace. Once occupied by Sir Henry
Ramsay and later on the Smt. Vijaylakshmi Pandit, it
now houses a heritage hotel.
Gangnath Temple
The holiest shrine in the region, at the height of
2116 m. During Kartik Purnima a fair is held in the
area, when the whole place turns into a magic land
pulsating with folk songs and folk dances, running
through the nights.
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
Known for the rarest species of animals, birds,
butterflies and wild flowers. Accomodation facility
available at KMVN Jungle reort.
Jalna
At a distance of 59 kms from Binsar, at a lofty height
of 1677 m, it provides fascinating view of the
Himalayan peaks. Full of orchards producing apples,
apricots, peaches, pears and other alpine fruits.
Shiva Temple
A cave temple, 31 kms from Binsar is highly revered by
the people in the hills. Set amidst dense forest of
Oak and Deodar, its of much archeological importance.
Best time to visit Binsar
Binsar can be visited round the year. But its better
to plan your tour between October to November, as this
is the most ideal time for all visitors.
How to Reach
Air : Binsar is 380 km from Delhi. The
closest airport is at Pantnagar, 127 km
Rail : Train Last station is Kathgodam 120 km
from Binsar.
Road : You can take a tourist bus, taxi
or drive up via Almora, 30 km from Binsar. |
