Pithoragarh

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Pithoragarh is the easternmost district of Uttaranchal in north India, surrounded by Nepal to the east and Tibet to the north. Pithoragarh is popular for its exquisite natural beauty and is widely known as the "Little Kashmir". Located at an altitude of 1,650mts above sea level, Pithoragarh is a small valley about 5kms long and 2kms wide. Kumaoni, Hindi and English are the three main languages spoken in this region. Pithoragarh district is named after the Pithoragarh town of Kumaon region of Uttarakhand.

Pithoragarh has a lot of historical importance. It was one of the main centers of power during the Chand Rajas of Kumaon. From this region, pilgrims begin their journey to the holiest shrines of Mansarovar and Kailash. You can get an excellent view of the snow-capped mountains of Nanda Devi, Panchachuli and Appi of Nepal from Chandak Hill located a height of 2000 mts.

Pithoragarh has quite a number of important places of interest to attract tourists. A magnificent fort, the Pithoragarh Fort stands tall in Pithoragarh. It was construted by the Gurkhas in the 18th century. Located on the outskirts of the city is a cave temple known as Kapileshwar Mahadev is dedicated to Lord Shiva. You can get a wonderful view of the Soar Valley and the surrounding Himalayan peaks from this place. Pithoragarh is also famous for its hills like Nanda Devi East, Nanda Devi West, Trishul, Rajrambha, Hardeol, Bambadhura, Nandakhat, and the Panchchuli group. Pith orgarh also boasts of some impressive glaciers like Ralam, Milam, Namik, Meola and Balati glaciers. Pithoragarh is famous for wooden, woolen and acne handicrafts. The weather of Pithoragarh remains salubrious throughout the year and the beauty of Pithoragarh heals us from tension and stress. The best time to visit Pithoragarh is throughout the year. Carry light woolens in summers and carry heavy woolens in winters.