Binsar is one of the most scenic spots and acclaimed hill resorts in the Kumoun Himalayas. At an elevation of 2412 mts, this place offers an excellent view of the Kumoun hills and the greater Himalayas, surrounded by Alpine flora, ferns, hanging moss & species of wild flowers. The main attraction of Binsar is the majestic view of the Himalayas, a three hundred kms stretch of famous peaks which include Kedranath, Chaukhamba, Trishul, Nandadevi, Nandakot & Pachachuli. The forests of Himalayan Oak and Rhobodendron are excellent for trekking and communing with nature.

Binsar was the ancient capital of the Chand Raj kings who ruled in the 7th and 8th centuries. Here, King Kalyan built the temple of Shiva, also known as Bineswar. The temple holds much significance for the devout. Outside Binsar, the temple complex of Jageshwar (34 km from Almora), nestles in a beautiful valley, crested by majestic deodars. This important pilgrimage is considered one of the 12 Jyotirlingas.

MAJOR ATTRACTIONS -

BINSAR SANCTUARY TOUR (23 kms. one way)
Tour covers visit to the dense Oak & Rhododendron forest, which also is a house to hundreds of birds. A paradise for the bird watchers. This forest is blessed with medicinal plants and herbs. From the altitude of 7,913ft above sea level one gets a spectacular view of Trishul, Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba & Shivling , adding on to it the is sunrise, sunset & bird watching. (Entry fee is extra cost.)

GANANATH TOUR (25 kms.one way)
Tour covers visit to Mallika Devi temple & Gananath temple. Gananath temple is situated at a height of 2,116 mts above sea level. On this route some of the peaks visible are Nanda Devi, Trishul, Nandakhat, Bankatiya, Pancahachuli, Mactoli, Nanda Ghat, Nandakot, etc.

Katarmal Sun Temple (50 kms.one way)
This imposing sun temple (Bara Aditya) of katarmal situated at an altitude of 2,116 mtrs. Reaching this monumental secret also involves 2kms on foot across the river kosi. This is the only sun temple in the Kumoni region and the second in India. It also includes a magnificent fourty three (43) subsidiary shrines cluster around the main temple.

You can book your Binsar Vacation from make my trip,Yatra.com, and many more travel agents.

Naukuchiatal

Naukuchiatal or ‘lake of nine corners’ is known for its tranquility, orchards and dense jungles that surround it. 26kms from Nainital and 4 kms from Bhimtal, this body of sparking water is 1220 mts above sea level, situated within an enchating valley.

Bhimtal

4 kms from Naukuchiatal, this emerald green Bhimtal lake is ideal for boating and angling. There is a 17th century Bhimeshwar temple complex along with 40 foot high dam.

 

Sattal It is comparable with Westmoreland of England. As one approaches Sattal, the first lake to come into view is the old Nal Damyanti Lake. On moving ahead there is the ashram of Stanley Johns an American Missionary. Next lakes are Panna or Garude Lake. As we move down, there is a cluster of three lakes; these lakes are Ram, Laxman and Sita Lake.

Nainital 

One of the most pleasant hill station with interesting walks through the forests to points with superb views of Himalayas.

Ranikhet

This peaceful hill station offers excellent views of the Himalayas with several good walks.

Kumbalgarh

Kumbalgarh dates as far back as the second century AD, to the time and glory of the Mauryan Empire. It’s just two hours drive from Udaipur and south of Jaipur, the territory derives its name from the famed Kumbalgarh Fort, the most magnificent of the 84 forts that stood during the Mewar Kingdom.

The major attractions to visit are – 

 

Khumbalgarh Fort

 

This is the highest fort and is considered the most formidable in Rajasthan. Even the mighty Mughals couldn't capture it alone and it took the combined armies of Delhi, Amber and Marwar to breach its defenses. Standing majestically on a 1,914m high ridge and representing the past glory of the Rajput rulers, the Fort also provides a panoramic view of the countryside from the top. The fort was built in the 15th century AD by Maharana Kumbha (1419 - 63 AD) and is the principal fortification after Chittorgarh.

Kartargarh

Kumbhalgarh fort has a fort within itself. Named Kartargarh, the inner fort has a palace built by Maharana Fateh Singh after he had pulled down the old palace built by Rana Kumbha. Some remains of the old palace are still there below the new one which includes the portion that had been occupied by Prithvi Raj. Kartargarh has 365 temples and shrines including the one with a huge Shivlinga dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Fort Wall

This is the second biggest wall in the world after The Great Wall of china. Encompassed by a 37 km long wall with seven huge gates and 25 feet thick ramparts, this impregnable construction was used to attack breaching army from its immense watch towers. As a part of backup plans, if the enemy was ever successful in breaching the fortress, they say there was an underground passage leading to a secret escape tunnel near the fifth gate. Hanuman Pol, Ram Pol, Bhairava Pol, Paghra Pol, TopKhana Pol, and Nimboo Pol are the remaining six gates. Everything piece of construction was built with the sole purpose of repelling all attacking armies

 

 

GOA

It’s a month of April and heat is flowing with his maximum speed around the globe. Peoples love to go to beaches, to keep their Body temperature cool. So ,when it comes to beaches ,there comes GOA !! However, Goa, like everywhere in India, is never quite what you expect.

The main draws of Goa are the beaches, such as Anjuna, which are every bit as cliché-beautiful as they’re supposed to be, but just as much of an attraction is its intriguing fusion of colonial Portugal and modern India. Goa has a short winter season between mid-December and February .Goa is crowded with lots of Overseas tourist, through out the year, but best time to visit Goa is between May-Aug. One cannot miss the Nightlife and Sea food ,which is served there.