About the City

Pithoragarh, which lies in the arms of the heavenly Himalayas , is the ideal choice for one who seeks beauty and adventure. This easternmost hill district of the Uttaranchal Pradesh is often referred as 'Miniature Kashmir'. The district of Pithoragarh came into being in 1960 when it was carved out of the district of Almora. Its easternmost district of Uttaranchal, bounded with China ( Tibet ) on the north and Nepal on the east. The northern part of the district is thinly populated and is adorned with many lofty snow covered peaks like Nanda Devi (east), Nanda Devi (west), Trishul, Nandakhat, Rajrambha, Panchchuli group and many others. Below these lofty snow bound mountains are many charming mountains are many charming alpine meadowsw and glaciers, the main being Milam glacier, Ralam glacier, Namik glacier and Sunder Dhunga glacier.

Pithoragarh is a treasure house for visitors, mountaineers, botanists & religious minded tourists.Many rivers originate from the lofty pithoragarh mountains, thus providing ample scope of water sports. The dense forests around have a wide range of wild flowers & animals including peacocks, elephants, tiger, musk deers and snow leopards.

Accessibility

• By Air
  The nearest airport is Naini Saini, just 5 km away from city.
• By Rail
  The nearest railhead is Tanakpur, 151 kms.
• By Road
  Pithoragarh is well connected by roads with all major towns of the area.

Places of Interest

• Pithoragarh Fort
  It is built in 18th century by Gurkhas.
  
  
• Dhwaj Temple
  The temple is situated atan altitute of snooty 2159 ft . the Goddess Jayanti and lord Shiva's temple is located at a point, which offres a scenic view of the valley and hills.
  
  
• Gangolihat
  77km away from Pithoragarh is a major cultural center in the hills. It is situated in the midest Saryu and Ramganga rivers, this place finds mentioned in ancient literature. Shankracharya established the famous Mahakali Shaktipeeth in the 8th century.