Champawat Tourism
76
kms from Pithoragarh, Champawat is situated 1615 mts. above sea level &
was originally the capital of Chand Rajas of Kumaon.
It was at Champawat that Lord Vishnu is said to have appeared in Kurmavatar
hence Kumaon came to be known as Kurmanchal. A small fort and the temples of
Baleshwar, Champadari, Ratneshwar and Durga adorn the city.
Champawat is famous not only from historical, sculptural and archaeological
point of view but also for its abundant scenic beauty.
The places worth seeing near Champawat are Narsinh Danda, Hingia Devi, Hidimba
Ghatokach temple, Maneshwar, Karanteshwar and temple of Surya at village Ramak.
Season :
Round the year
EXCURSIONS:
Baleshwar Temple:
The group of temples dedicated to Baleshwar. Ratneshwar and Champawati Durga.
built by the early Chand rulers today stand with intricate structural carvings
enthralling the visitors. The carvings and paintings on the ceilings of these
temples are evidence to the ancient glory and artistic excellence of the era.
Devidhura:
(58 kms) Situated at a height of 1615 mts. Well known for the temple of Barahi
Devi. A fair is held here annually on "Raksha Bandhan".
Punyagirl Temple:
(94 kms) It is one of the most famous temples of Kumaon. Thousands of pilgrims
visit the shrine during the period April to June. A distance of 3 kms has to
be trekked from Tunyas.
Mayawati Ashram:
(22 kms) Headquarters of Adwait Ashrarn, it was sanctified by Swami Vivekanand
and is also known for its charming surroundings.
Abbot Mount:
(22 kms) Situated amongst thick forests of oak and deodar, Abbot Mount is one
of Kumaon's idyllic hill resort for peaceful secluded holidays.
ACCESSIBILITY
Road:
Well connected to Nainital, 233 kms, Haldwani. 193 kms & Tanakpur, 75 kms
Pithoragarh 74 kms.
Rail:
Nearest railhead is Tanakpur. 75 kms.
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