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This place is a scenic and beautiful hill station in the arms of Himalaya located in the Champawat district in Indian state of Uttaranchal. This place is having the beautiful places like Mayavati Ashram and the famous Abbot Mount. This place is famous for it’s built of small beautiful temples.
Lohaghat which is a beautiful town and a nagar panchayat in Champawat district of the Uttaranchal state is situated on the bank of river Lohawati. Lohawati River is the centre of historical and mythological importance. This place is famous for its festival celebration and especially for the celebration of holi and janamashtmi. It is widely known for river-rafting as well as other adventurous sports. Lohaghat is covered with pine and deodar tress which adds extra beauty to the place. The scenery and the quietness attract the devout and the travellers. Other tourist places near Lohaghat are Shyamlataal, Devidhura and many other small beautiful
temples.
Attractions at Lohaghat
- One can visit several places like Abbot Mount and Mayavati Ashram.
- The place is well known for the Bagwal fight carnival that takes place on the day of Rakhsaha-bandha.
- Near Lohaghat, there is RithaSahib which is famous for sikh gurudhwara as well as for the distinctive sweet Rithas.
- The fort of Varnasur, who was killed by Lord Krishna, is also one of the best places to visit for its historical importance.
- Other tourist spots in Lohaghat are Shyamlataal, Devidhura, RithaSahib etc.
Accommodations
You can find the best hotels at Lohaghat with all the luxuries needed by you. There are many budget places or guest houses for the people to stay. Tourist rest house is also one of the best ideas for the tourists to stay as they offer you all the facilities with the cheapest rates. You can contact these hotels or resorts easily by visiting their sites or by contacting them through phones or through fax.
Location
District: Champawat
State: Uttaranchal
How to reach Lohaghat
By air: Nearest airport is Naini Saini (Pithoragarh), at a distance of 66 km.
By rail: Nearest railhead is Tanakpur, at a distance of 89 km.
By Road: Lohaghat is well connected with the state highway. The distance from the main towns is Tanakpur- 89 km, Champawat-13 km and Pithoragarh- 62 km. Hence, it is easy to commute from these towns to Lohaghat.
Other attractions near Lohaghat
Baleshwar temple is the most artistic temple of the district. The intricate carvings made in this temple are still visible and are the evidence of the ancient glory of this temple. Gwal Devta is the temple known for the presiding deity of justice. Devidhura, another tourist location is just 45 km away from Lohaghat. It is famous for its Barahi temple. Kranteshwar Mahadev is a temple located on the lofty hill east of Champawat. These places also full of beautiful scenery that attracts the tourist in all possible manners.
Clothing
In summers, you must have light woolen or cotton clothes, while heavy woolen clothes are recommended during winters.
Tourist Information
Chand Tourist Rest House (KMVN)
Tel: +91-08524-8631
Tourist Office, Pithoragarh
Tel: +91-05964-22527
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