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BINSAR HILL STATION
A former capital of the Chand Rajas, Binsar is 34 kms from Almora and has a beautiful Bird Sanctuary. It also provides spectacular views of Nanda Devi and other Himalayan peaks.
Location
Located at a distance of 26 kms from Almora, Binsar, once the summer capital of the Chand Rajas (7th to 8th centuries) is one of the most scenic spots in the Kumaon Himalayas and a well acclaimed hill resort.
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Its Attractions
Binsar Hills known and Jhandi Dhar, rise to a height of 2412 mts. And offer an excellent view of Almora town, Kumaon hills and the greater Himalayas. The surroundings abound in alpine flora, ferns, hanging moss and species of wild flowers. The chief attraction of Binsar is the majestic view of the Himalayas - a 300 kms, stretch on famous peaks which includes Kedarnath, Chaukhamba, Trishul, Nanda Devi, nanda Kot and Panchchuli.
The forests of Himalayan oak and rhododendron are excellent for trekking and communing with nature.
How to Reach
By Road: Almora Delhi takes about 12 hours and can be done by an overnight bus.
By Rail: Nearest rail station is Kathgodam (35 kms south). The Ranikhet Express departs from Delhi at 11 pm and arrives in Kathgodam at 6.10 am. It departs from Kathgodam at 10.45 pm and arrives in Delhi at 4.45 am.
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