Kasar Devi temple: Six
kilometers from Almora, Kasar Devi temple is a serene spot to visit.
There a several Hindu and Buddhist temple with a small cave in Kasar Devi.
Swami Vivekananda came to this spot in 1890 to meditate and the place
certainly has an echo of spiritual faith. The Buddhist scholar Lama
Govinda Anagrika and his painter wife Li Gotami used to live around.
The Place is known for its
serenity and attracts tourists from across the globe
Binsar:
Situated
only 30 km away from the township of Almora, Binsar lies nestled amongst
thick forests of Oak and Rhododendron and offers spectacular views of the
Himalayan peaks. The entire region is now a wildlife sanctuary and has a
host of wildlife like leopards, bears and barking deer. The temple of
Binsar lies nearby. One of the many legends concerning Binsar states that
'Should anyone take away anything belonging to the God or his worshippers
an avenging spirit compels him conscience stricken to restore it twenty
fold. Even the faithless and the dishonest are said to be reformed by a
visit to Binsar'.
Chitai:
The famous hilltop temple of Chitai is 6 kms from Almora. Lord Golla
(Golu), to whom the temple is dedicated is a deified general of the Chand
dynasty. The shrine and the trees in the compound are decorated with bells
offered by devotees who tie a bell either while making a wish or in
thanksgiving
Jageshwar:
Situated around 35 kms from
Almora, Jageshwar is one of the most important religious
places for Hindus in Kumaon and is believed to be the
abode of one of the twelve 'Jyotirlingas'. It is even
mentioned in the great epic of 'Mahabharata'. The great
temple complex is situated in a narrow and beautiful
valley covered with cedar trees. Two streams Nandini and
Surabhi flow down the hills and meet near the sacred
spot. Dense grove of cedar trees, perpetual verdure, and
the sweet murmur of rivulets give a peculiar charm and
sanctity to this place. There are 124 temples and
hundreds of magnificent statues of exquisite
craftsmanship. The oldest shrine is of the 'Mrityunjaya'
and the biggest shrine is of the 'Dindeshwara'. During
the monsoons there is a huge fair held every year at
Jageshwar.
Vridh
Jageshwar: For Splendid
Himalayan view and an ancient temple dedicated to Shiva,
it can be approached by 1.5 km trek route from Jageshwar
or 8 km by road from Jageshwar.
Kasar Devi temple: Six
kilometers from Almora, Kasar Devi temple is a serene spot to visit.
There a several Hindu and Buddhist temple with a small cave in Kasar Devi.
Swami Vivekananda came to this spot in 1890 to meditate and the place
certainly has an echo of spiritual faith. The Buddhist scholar Lama
Govinda Anagrika and his painter wife Li Gotami used to live around.
Situated
only 30 km away from the township of Almora, Binsar lies nestled amongst
thick forests of Oak and Rhododendron and offers spectacular views of the
Himalayan peaks. The entire region is now a wildlife sanctuary and has a
host of wildlife like leopards, bears and barking deer. The temple of
Binsar lies nearby. One of the many legends concerning Binsar states that
'Should anyone take away anything belonging to the God or his worshippers
an avenging spirit compels him conscience stricken to restore it twenty
fold. Even the faithless and the dishonest are said to be reformed by a
visit to Binsar'.
Chitai:
The famous hilltop temple of Chitai is 6 kms from Almora. Lord Golla
(Golu), to whom the temple is dedicated is a deified general of the Chand
dynasty. The shrine and the trees in the compound are decorated with bells
offered by devotees who tie a bell either while making a wish or in
thanksgiving
Jageshwar:
Situated around 35 kms from
Almora, Jageshwar is one of the most important religious
places for Hindus in Kumaon and is believed to be the
abode of one of the twelve 'Jyotirlingas'. It is even
mentioned in the great epic of 'Mahabharata'. The great
temple complex is situated in a narrow and beautiful
valley covered with cedar trees. Two streams Nandini and
Surabhi flow down the hills and meet near the sacred
spot. Dense grove of cedar trees, perpetual verdure, and
the sweet murmur of rivulets give a peculiar charm and
sanctity to this place. There are 124 temples and
hundreds of magnificent statues of exquisite
craftsmanship. The oldest shrine is of the 'Mrityunjaya'
and the biggest shrine is of the 'Dindeshwara'. During
the monsoons there is a huge fair held every year at
Jageshwar.