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Kathgodam is known amongst one of the most beautiful picturesque locations situated in the region called Bhabhar region, i.e. the foothills of the Kumaon Himalayas. Kathgodam is a town in Nainital district of Uttaranchal.
Kathgodam is situated on the banks of Gaula River. This place is well connected with the travel, destinations like Nainital, Bhimtal, Sattal, Mukteshwar and Almora. It is a part of twin township of Haldwani- Kathgodam and is situated to the immediate north of Haldwani. This place is the main junction for people travelling to Nainital and Ramnagar.
History of Kathgodam
The literal meaning of Kathgodam is "stock house of wood". Kathgodam was earlier a very small village established in the year 1901 having a population of only 375 people. Its importance was known only when the railway line was extended here in the late 19th century, and when the railway line reached Haldwani in 1884. This place is known as the last railway station in the history of Indian Railways. From this point one can travel by automobiles to the Kumaon region of Himalayas Mountains. From Kathgodam you can also visit other nearby tourist destinations easily.
Accommodations
There are many hotels and resorts in Kathgodam. Tourist bungalows are also made available for one to stay in Kathgodam. These bungalows are very well located and provide all the facilities and amenities that one needs. You can easily plan your stay and can secure the best affordable prices. These hotels or resorts can be easily booked by anyone by visiting the particular websites of the hotels or through phone or fax.
Attractions at Kathgodam
There are many beautiful temples near Kathgodam. One such temple is called the Shitla Devi temple and the other is called the Kalichaud temple. Both these temples attract large numbers of devotees from different surrounding regions, especially during the time of festivals.
Location
Kathgodam is located in the district of Nainital in the state of Uttaranchal.
Best time to visit
The place can be visited by the tourists from January to December.
Clothing to wear
This place has pleasant summers and chilled winters. So, it is advisable to wear light woolen clothes in summer and heavy woolen clothes in winter.
How to reach Kathgodam
- By Train: Kathgodam is 35 km away from Nainital, which is the last terminus of broad gauze line of North East Railways connecting Nainital with Delhi, Dehradun and Howrah. You can select to go to Kathgodam form Delhi through trains like Ranikhet Express, UTR Samprk K Express. There are many other trains running from the other cities like from Howrah, Lucknow, Mathura, Dehradun etc.
- By Air: Pantnagar is 70 km away from Nainital which is the nearest airport for one to go from Kathgodam.
- By road: Nainital is well connected to the national highway and it is 34 km away from Kathgodam. You can also avail the facility of bus or can hire out a vehicle to reach Kathgodam.
Other Tourist Places Near Kathgodam
There are many other places to visit near Kathgodam. Most common and well known of these are Ramnagar, snow view, Naina peak, high altitude zoo, Corbett waterfall, lands end etc. These places add extra pleasures to your trip to Kathgodam.
Tourist Information
Tourist Officer
Oak Park, Nainital
Tel: +91-05964-36209, 36356
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