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Ranikhet
(The Queen's Field) has come to be known so because
according to popular belief, this spot had won the heart
of Rani Padmini, Queen of Raja Sudhardev and she chose
this scenic spot to be her abode. To view nature & its
elements in full harmony, the right place to be is
Ranikhet. It is the place which wonderfully mirrors the
best of the heavenly Himalayas offering excellent views of
the snowcapped Nanda Devi (7817m), lush green forests,
delicate plant life and attractive wild life.
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At on
altitude of 1829m, north of Nainital (61 km) and well
connected to Almora (44km) & Kathgodam (83km),
Ranikhet ( km) has emerged as a favourd all season
destination. During the rains, flowers sprout up
everywhere in rainbow colors, branches of trees stoop
with ripened fruits & sunlight peeping through the
mist & clouds endow an enchanting effect all across
Ranikhet.
As winter comes, the softly falling snow flakes cover
the environs in sheets of pure whiteness. The 1869 the
land was bought by British from local villagers and a
summer rest & recreation settlement was set for
British troops. Today it is an important army town and
the head quarters of the Kumaon Regiment.
There are many enjoyable walks, picnic spots, exciting
treks and 6km from the town, Upat, has one of the best
mountain golf links (9 holes) in the country
surrounded by dense oak forest. The Museum &c the
Memorial are the jewels of Ranikhet.
Places to Visit
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Jhoola Devi Temple
This secluded temple dedicated to Durga has beautiful
bells, echoes of which can be heard from some
distance. Nearby is a temple of Lord Rama.
Chaubatia |
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Chaubatia is a vantage point set amidst gardens. The
Government Fruit Research center is located here. On a
clear morning a 300 Km wide view of the snow - clad
Himalayan peaks can be seen clearly from Chaubatia, 10
Km from Ranikhet on a motorable road. The Nanda Devi,
Trisul, Nanda Ghunti and Nilkanth peaks are very
clear. Bhaludam, 3 Km from here, has an artificial
lake.
Upat & Kalika
Situated on the road to Almora, Upat has a 9 - hole
golf course, while Kalika is famous for its Kali
Temple and forest nursery.
How to reach There
Air : Nearest airport is Pant Nagar, (119km)
Rail : as with the other hill stations in the
Kumaon Region, Kathgodam (83 km) and Ramnagar (96km)
are the nearest railheads.
Road : Ranikhet is connected by road with all
the major towns of the region. There are regular buses
to Almora, Nainital & Ramnagar operated by KMOU &
State Roadways, - 20643. It is also well connected to
Delhi (279km), & Haridwar (254 km). |
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