Pithoragarh

Located at an average altitude of 1,514 meters above sea level, Pithoragarh is a small area cut from the Almora district of Uttarakhand. One of the largest glaciers in the Himalayas, the Laram Glacier is at an altitude of about 2,300 meters above sea level. Importantly, glaciers are one of the most popular trekking routes in Uttarakhand, attracting several tourists each year. The maximum altitude of trekking is about 3,900 meters above sea level and can be completed in about 810 days. Jhulaghat is on the border of Indo Nepal, 36 km from Pithoragarh. The town is best visited in winter when the climate is cool and the views of the valley are spectacular. The Kali River, which runs through the city, is one of the city's main attractions and is also known as a rafting spot. Fort Pithoragarh was built during King Chand's reign and was rebuilt in 1789 by Gurkha soldiers. The fort is on a hill outside Pithoragarh. The fort is now in ruins and most of the buildings are in ruins, but this place offers beautiful views of the surrounding valley.