The Ranikhet ,literally meaning ‘Queens Land’ , is an all season tourist spot for admires of natural beauty of natural beauty, Ranikhet is a place that reflects the best of great Himalayas. The Charming and mmajestic view of the pine trees, lush green forests, delicate plants life and attrective wild life and the panaoramic view of the Himalayas, all add to the heavenly and pure feeling of Ranikhet
Place to visit
Chanbatia Gardens
It is situated 11 km from Raniket and is renowned for apple orchards. Ranikhet is popular for its apricots, peaches and various alpine fruits. Apart froms fruits, to buy fresh juices and honey from Chaukutia Gardens. Fictarique vis of the snow capped peaks of the mighty Himalaya range can be from Chaubatia Gardens
Golf Course
Ranikhet Golf Course is one of the highest golf comes of Asia. Ranikhet Golf Course is a 9-hole course, making it one of de prime attractions of Ranikhet. The green meadows of the golf counse at such high altitudes is awe-inspiring. The golf club provides meihenkup plans for outsiders as well.
Tarikhet
It is located at a distance of 8 kms. from Ranikhet and is well known for its Gandhi Kuti, and the temple of Golu Devta which is venerated in the Kumaon region.
Mankameshwar
This temple is attached to the Nar Singh Maidan and was constructed by the Kumaon regiment. Opposite the temples a Gurudwara and a Shawl factory.
Majkhali
Located at a distance of 12 kms from Ramkhet, on the way to Almora, Majkhali offers a close view of the snowy Himalayas wall peaceful surroundings. It is a picnic spot on the Ranikhet-Almors rost
Syalikhet
It is a scenic spot of unparalleled beauty situated at a distance of 25 kms. from Ranikhet. Syalikhet is located amistat green forests and apple orchards. The famous temple of Syahi Devi is situated in Syalikhet.
Haidakhan Temple
Sinated 4 kinson Rankin, Madon Temple Hairakhan Temple or Clulianaula) is dedicated to Lord Stan and was made by Shri Haidakhan Maharaj who is said to be the secarnation of Lord Shiva. The splendid views of the gigantic Hasalayat peaks are clearly visible from Haidakhan Temple
Jhula Devi Temple
Built in the 8th century, inila Devi Temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga located 7 kms, from Ranikhet. The people of Uttaranchal have strong belief in the Jhula Devi Temple and ma bells are hung in the temple. Ram Mandir is situated very close to fluda Devi Mandir.
Bhalu Dam
It is an artificial small lake blessed with natural beauty. panoramic views of the Himalayan Mountains and placid surroundings. The small but beautiful garden near the dam is marvelous. The dam site is open for all the tourists throughout the year. The view of the massive Himalayan peaks is enchanting and ravishing from Bhalu Dam. It is an ideal spot for camping and pienicking.
KRC (Kumaon Regimental Centre) Museum KRC Museum was established in the 1970s. This Regiment Museum showcases the history of Kumaon and Garhwal regiments. It also displays valuable treasures like Rani Jhan si’s silver scepter, Chinese rifles from the 1962 war, a World War II Japanese wireless field telephone and documents related to the Kargil War. |
ACCOMMODATION
Besides the tourist rest houses (KMVN) there are many hotels and lodges to suit every budget.
For more information, please visit www.kmvn.gov.in & www.uttarakhandtourism.gov.in
How To Reach
By Rail: Kathgodam is the nearest railway station from Ranikhet situated at a distance of 78 kms.
By Road: Ranikhet is well connected by motorable roads to major cities of Uttarakhand and northern India.