 Almora is an ancient hill station situated at an elevation of 1646 miters in the Kumaun hills. Almora is situated on a 5 KM long horse saddle shaped ridge, very well known for its health giving climate. The Sashaya hill on which Almora is perched finds mention in Skandh Purana as heavenely abode of lord Vishnu. This idyllic hill station is bordered on three sides by Kumauni hill and its northern front provides a breathtaking view of Trishul peaks.
"In these hills, nature's hospitality eclipses all men can ever do. The enchanting beauties of the Himalayas, their bracing climate and the soothing green that envelopes you leaves nothing more to be desired. I wonder whether the scenery of these hills and the climate are to be surpassed, if equaled, by any of the beauty spots of the world. After having been nearly three weeks in Almora Hills, I am more than ever amazed why our people need go in Europe in search of health." - Mahatama M.K. Gandhi
"These mountains are associated with the best memories of our race: Here, therefore, must be one of centers, not merely of activity, but more of calmness of meditation, and of peace and I hope some one to realize it." - Swami Vivekananda (replying to the address given to him by the people of Almora
How to reach Almora - Almora is well connected with rest of the country by road and nearest railhead to this place is Kathgodam.
Road distance of Almora other major places
Nainital- Almora 67km
Ranikhet- Almora 133 KM
Kathgodam- Almora 90 KM
Delhi- Almora 378 KM
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