RANIKHET

ABOUT RANIKHET

Ranikhet, a small hillstation near Nainital, is known for its pristine beauty. The hillstation has been a tourists haunt for those who wants to spend a vacation in lap of nature, far from the crowd of cities. The British troops selected it as there cantonment, and became a summer resort of the British officers. Ranikhet has a 9 hole Golf course, set amidst high mountains and fruit orchards. It is India's one of the best golf course.
Ranikhet is the apex of a triangle which includes Nainital and Almora, driving along gentle slopes and pine covered hillsides, leading to picnic spots in shady glens or to sheer cliffs with breath taking views of the snow covered Himalayas, offering various moods and colours, from the misty morning sun to pink, gold and cobalt blue in all their majestic glory. The unparalled view from Bazaar, one Kilometer long, is absolutely nostalgic. Here, natural beauty is intermingled with a flavor of history…

HOW TO REACH THERE

Air : The nearest airport is Pantnagar 119 km away.
Rail: The nearnest railway station Kathgodam 80 km. is directly connected by rail to Lucknow, Bareilly, and Agra.
Road: Raniket is connected by road to many places.

DISTANCES FROM MAJOR CITIES

» Nainital 54 km
» Almora 49 km
» Bareilly 181 km
» Delhi 340 km

PLACES OF INTEREST IN RANIKHET

Hairakhan Ashram : Hairakhan Ashram is the famous temple of Baba Hairkhan. It commands a panoramic view of the extensive Himalayas. The ambience is definitely religious.
Baludham : This small artificial lake is little less than 3 kms from Chaubattia.
Upat Kalika : Upat Kalika has one of the best mountain golf courses in the country.
Chaubattia : Chaubattia Kms is a garden spot commanding a fascinating view of the Himalayas. The chief attractions of the place is the Government Apple Garden and the Fruit Research Center attached to it.

EXCURSIONS FROM RANIKHET

Jhoola Devi Ram Mandir : 7kms. from Ranikhet on the way to Chaubatia, known for its temples devoted to the Goddess Durga and Lord Rama.
Naithna Devi : 35kms., from Chaukhatia, 34kms. from Bhitiasan and 54kms. from Ranikhrt the famous temple of Durga is situated at a 4km. walk from Dola village.
Mankameshwar : This temple is attached to the Nar Singh Maidan ( Ground), constructed by the Kumaon regiment. Opposite the temple is a Gurudwara and a Shawl factory.
Binsar Mahadev : 19kms., from Ranikhet, on the way to Ramnagar and 2kms from Sonidant, amidst dense Pine and Deodar forests. The shiva Temples of Binsar Mahadev are a unique place for meditation and picnics.
Hairakhan Temple (Chilianaula) : 4kms., from Ranikhet is famous for the temple of Baba Haira Khan. It commands a panoramic view of the Himalayas.
Tarikhet :8kms. from Ranikhet is a well known for its Gandhi Kuti, and the temple of Golu Devta is venerated in the Kumaon region.
Nainital(60Km.) : A small town in the hills of Kumaon, Nainital is a lovely hill station surrounded by mountains on three sides. Once this area had many lakes and it was called the City of 60 lakes or 'Chakta'.
Bhim TalBhimtal, :Bhim TalBhimtal, situated at a distance of 22kms from Nainital, is named after one of the Pandav brothers called Bhim
Naukuchia Tal : Situated at an altitude of 1,219 m, Naukuchiatal is picturesque lake. It has nine corners and hence the name. 26 km away from Nainital, Naukuchiatal attracts migratory birds, which makes it a ,bird watchers paradise

FAIS AND FESTIVALS IN RANIKHET

Dwarahat : 37kms. from Ranikhet, the once principal seat of the Katyuri Rajas is Dwarahat. A part from temples it is full of ancient sculptures. It is also known for its Syaldeh Bikhoti fair ( 13th to 15th April every year).
Bhikiasain : 55kms., from Ranikhet is famous for its Maha Savitri fair.

SHOPPING

Ranikhet is famous for its marino woolen shawls, tweeds and cloth surgical bandages.