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“Pithoragarh” renowned for its natural beauty lies in the eastern most part of Himalayas in Uttarakhand. This eastern most district of Uttarakhand is also popular as “Mini Kashmir” for its serenity snow-capped peak valleys waterfalls glaciers. Pithoragarh district was carved out of Almora on 24 February 1960. This is a small valley at an altitude of 1645m above the sea level replete with mountains, forests, waterfalls. Pithoragarh is known for its dense forests and rich flora. The beautiful town is a virtual paradise for nature lovers. The district shares international borders with Tibet in the North and Nepal on the east. Pithoragarh is a small valley about 5km long and 2km wide. Kumaoni, Hindi and English are the three main languages spoken in this region . The town of Pithoragarh lies in the Saur Valley in the centre of four hills Chandak, Dhwaj, Kumdar and Thal Kedar. the town is popular among tourist as Hill Station and Trekking Destination. Pithoragarh is also famous for its old forts and temples. Grassy meadows, perennial streams frolicking down the mountains, a rich variety of flora and fauna and lush landscapes invite one to languish in pretty Pithoragarh . Set against the back drop of majestic and snow caped Panchachuli peaks, Pithoragarh is endowed with enthralling natural beauty. It is not just a stock over for nature lovers, but also a heaven for adventure enthusiasts ,who can indulge in activities like trekking, camping ,hiking etc. Pithoragarh is a place of exquisite divine deities , natural beauty and serenity .
Tourism in Pithoragarh flourished because of its exciting trekking locations with several stunning valleys near by , each offering breath taking panoramic views of the Himalayas. Adventure junkies can get their fill through exploring the cave, visiting ancient temples strolling through tea gardens, bird watching and tracking and exploring forts . An idyllic hill station , Pithoragarh is a dream destination for those looking for a trip away from the crowd. Surrounded by snow -capped mountains , especially the Panchachuli peaks which overlook lush green soar valley criss-crossed by meandering rivers and water falls cutting across forests , the town of Pithoragarh is a nature –lover’s paradise . Perched at a height of 1645m above sea level , Pithoragarh serves as the headquarters of its eponymous district . The third-largest city of the Kumaon region , Pithoragarh is popular as being the starting point for treks to the Milam glacier and the Darma Valley. Being a border town, Pithoragarh is also an important base of the Indian army . Historically, the town was a major center of power during the reign of the Chand kings in Kumaon and even today some remnants of that time exists. Another reason to visit Pithoragarh is the large number of temples, forts and other historical sites located here. The Pithoragarh Fort is situated on a hill on the outskirts of the town of Pithoragarh.
Pithoragarh is rich in natural beauty and it offers best views of the Himalaya. Some of the peaks like Nanda Devi, Panchachuli , Trishul and Nandakhat falls in this district. It is also rich in flora and fauna and is famous for its bugyals or pasture grounds of velvet- like green grass. With the start of the Kailash –Mansarovar Yatra, tourist interest in the area is increasing by leaps and bounds. Kapileshwar Mahadev the cave temple dedicted to Lord Shiva, affords the fine view of the soar valley and lofty Himalayan peaks. Askot sanctuary, 54km from Pithoragarh, is popular among wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. It is safe heaven for Snow Leapords, Himalayan Black Bears, Musk Dears, Snow cocks, Tehra , Monals ,Chirs, Koklas and Chukors. The Patal Bhubaneshwar literally means the subterranean shrine of Lord Shiva, and this cave temple is 91 km from Pithoragarh . The way to the temple is through a tunnel which leads into the cavern through a narrow dark passage of water. In fact cave temple complex is said to be the abode of thousands of deities and people believe that these deities were consecrated by Adi Shankracharya. Munsyari is a small Himalayan township about 127kms. North of Pithoragarh and 66kms. From Jauljibi. It is a base for treks to Milam, Namik and Ralam glaciers. Pithoragarh is also one of the border districts of India, surrounded by Tibet and Nepal. Overall, Pithoragarh is a perfect getaway for nature lovers, adventure enthusiasts , and anyone who wants to escape the humdrums of daily life.
Spring is one of the four conventional temperate seasons, following winter and preceding summer. There are various technical definitions of spring, but local usage of the term varies according to local climate, cultures and customs. When it is spring in the Northern Hemisphere, it is autumn in the Southern Hemisphere and vice versa. At the spring (or vernal) equinox, days and nights are approximately twelve hours long, with day length increasing and night length decreasing as the season progresses.
Summer is the hottest of the four temperate seasons, falling after spring and before autumn. At the summer solstice, the days are longest and the nights are shortest, with day-length decreasing as the season progresses after the solstice. The date of the beginning of summer varies according to climate, tradition, and culture. When it is summer in the Northern Hemisphere, it is winter in the Southern Hemisphere, and vice versa.
Autumn, also known as fall in American English and sometimes in Canadian English,[1] is one of the four temperate seasons. Autumn marks the transition from summer to winter, in September (Northern Hemisphere) or March (Southern Hemisphere), when the duration of daylight becomes noticeably shorter and the temperature cools down considerably. One of its main features is the shedding of leaves from deciduous trees.
Spring is the coldest season of the year in polar and temperate zones (winter does not occur in most of the tropical zone). It occurs after autumn and before spring in each year. Winter is caused by the axis of the Earth in that hemisphere being oriented away from the Sun. Different cultures define different dates as the start of winter, and some use a definition based on weather. When it is winter in the Northern Hemisphere, it is summer in the Southern Hemisphere, and vice versa. In many regions, winter is associated with snow and freezing temperatures.