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:: PAURI
GARHWAL UTTARAKHAND :: |
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Panoramic Pauri is perched at an
altitude of 1830 meters on the northern slopes of Kandoliya
hills. The peaceful resort affords a fine view of the snow
Himalayan peaks. |
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General
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District
Headquarters |
Pauri
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Area |
5438 sq km |
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Total Population |
698,000 approx |
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Literacy |
77.99% |
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Climate
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The .climate of
Pauri Garhwal is very cold in winter and pleasant
in summer. In rainy season the climate is very
cool & full of greeneries. However, in Kotdwar and
the adjoining Bhabar area it is quite hot reaching
high 40ss Celsius during the summer. |
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Places to Visit in Pauri
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Kandoliya (2 kms): The
temple dedicated to Kandoliya Devta, a folk deity is located
on the Lansdowne road amidst scenic surroundings. |
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Chaukhamba Viewpoint (4 kms):
The ridge overlooks the splendid Idwal valley and Chaukhamba
Peak. |
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Kyunkaleshwar Mahadev: The
8th century Shiva temple affords stunning views of the
snow-clad peaks. |
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Around Pauri |
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Khirsu (19 kms): The serene
site at a height of 1,700 meters affords a fine view of the
snow-clad mountains. The ancient temple of Ghandiyal Devta is
worth visiting. Located nearby are oak and deodar forests and
apple orchards. |
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Jwalpa Devi Temple (34 kms):
The pilgrim site lies on the main Pauri Kotdwar road. During 'Navaratras',
a special festival is held here which is attended by large
number of devotees |
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Tarakund: The charming site
has a small lake and an ancient temple. It is also known for
the Teej Festival. |
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Kotdwar : Kotdwar 108 kms
from Pauri is one of the rail terminus for Garhwal region. |
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Siddhibali Temple: Famous
temple of Lord Hanuman. |
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Durga Devi Temple: It is
one of the important shrines of the town, situated near
Duggada on Kotdwar-Pauri road. |
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Lansdowne: Lovely Lansdowne,
set at an altitude of 1,706 meters about 81 kms from Pauri is
one of the quietest hill station in the country. It was very
popular among the Britishers and is named after Lord
Lansdowne, the Viceroy of India from 1888 to 1894. The
charming resort surrounded by thick oak and pine forest is a
perfect place for a peaceful holiday in the lap of mother
nature. More about Lansdowne |
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Srinagar: This erstwhile
capital of the Garhwal kings is set on the banks of Alaknanda
river about 30 kms from Pauri. Srinagar was an important
centre for art and architecture. The Garhwal University is
located here. |
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