PLACES
TO VISIT
Chaubatia Gardens
10 km south of Ranikhet are the famous fruit-laden orchards of Chaubatia. These orchards are known for delicious apples of several exclusive varieties, apricots, peaches and various other alpine fruits. These can be directly procured from the growers themselves. There is also a state-run Fruit Research Centre. Situated nearby is Bhalu Dam in the background of a beautiful lake created by this dam, which attracts tourists round the year.
Upat Kalika
One of the highest golf courses famous in India is situated close to the Upat Kalika temple, about 6 km from the Ranikhet town. It is an army golf course, but civilians can also access it paying a nominal fee. It remains open round the year.
Mankameshwar
An ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, Lord Shiva and Radha-Krishna. This beautiful temple adjacent to Nar Singh Ground has been rebuilt by the soldiers of Kumaon Regiment.
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Chaubatia Gardens |
Upat Kalika |
Mankameshwar |
Tarikhet
8 km from Ranikhet. Gandhiji stayed here in the 1920s. His cottage is a major tourist attraction. The famous temple of the local deity, Golu can also be visited at Tarikhet.
Jhoola Devi And Ram Mandir
7 kms from Ranikhet. A famous pair of temples dedicated to Goddess Durga and Lord Rama.
Zoo Gardens
Nainital has a small but a very beautiful Zoological garden. There are
several animals including Deer, Bears, Tigers and many more. Special
efforts have been put in to make the environment of the zoo hygienic and
clean. Not surprisingly this zoo is one of the cleanest zoos in the
country. The zoo can be reached on foot or by small vehicles.
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Tarikhet |
Jhoola Devi And Ram Mandir |
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