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The picturesque district of Almora is a fine blend of mountain beauty, ancient cultural influences, thickly wooded forests, scenic valleys, quaint cottages, crystal lakes and gushing rivers...... all inspiring one to call it the 'Switzerland of India'.
The district is adorned with garden orchards and provides a spectacular view of the Himalayas. Quaint hill resorts such as Chaukori, Ranikhet, Sitlakhet, Binsar, Kausani and Bageshwar
are all around Almora and attract nature lovers
Season: Round the year
Local Handicrafts
Woollens (Showroom Mall Road)
Copper Works ( Tamta Mohalla)
General Information :
Area:11.9sq.kms.(city area)
Population: 53.507 (1991census)
Altitude: 1646 meters (5400feet)
Clothing: Summer- Cottons/ light woollens, Winter - Heavy woollens
Languages: Hindi, English and Kumauni.
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Location: Almora is one of the most beautiful places in Kumaon region (Uttaranchal)
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Climate: April to June and September to November are the best seasons to visit Almora. In fact except the rainy seasons, Almora can be visited any time of the year. During summers the temperature of this place is comparatively more than any other hill stations. Even then evening and morning temperatures are low enough to wear light warm cloths. The fun of walking among hills in warm sunlight can not be described in words. During winters festival of Dussehra has its own added attraction.
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When To Go: April to June And September to November.
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STD Code: 07578
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Places Near By: Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Auli, Ranikhet, Nainital, Kausani, Dhanolti, Almora
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