Almora: A City of Tradition and Culture
Located in Uttarakhand state, Almora, India is a cantonment town, which serves as the administrative headquarters of the district of Almora and the cultural center of the region of Kumaon. Although there have been previous human settlements in the area, it was not until 1568 when the town was established during King Kalyan Chand’s reign. Almora’s name was derived from Bhilmora, a type of plant native to the area. There are numerous hotels and inns dotting the city, most of which are within the city center.
Best Time to Visit
While June is statistically the busiest month for Almora, September also promises visitors with rather comfortable weather, plenty of discounted Almora, India hotels, and colorful festivity. During this month, the Nanda Devi Festival is held, which racks up the attendance of around 25,000 tourists. This festivity is primarily of religious significance when the townspeople pray and worship the gods for the prosperity of the town. On the other hand, the winter season is particularly slow in Almora, especially in November.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Almora is actually home to various structures and temples, one of which is the Khagmara Temple, found in the southern part of the city. If you are visiting the Kalika Temple and Ranikhet Golf Course, you can check out Windsor Lodge Ranikhet, which is conveniently within a ten-minute walk to either site. Well-rated hotels surrounds this town such as 4-star The Kumaon and the 3-star Club Mahindra Binsar Valley.
