Visit Almora, India
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Almora is tucked away in a little known corner of Uttaranchal. To the east is Nepal and China and north is the state of Jammu and Kashmir.
It was founded by the Chand Dynasty in 1560. In 1798 the area was overrun by the Gurkhas and was heavily bombed by the British as they tried to expel them in the Gurkha Wars of 1814-15.
Almora — cultural capital
Almora itself occupies a horseshoe-shaped ridge and is an important market town and administrative centre and is also considered the cultural capital of the area, also known for Jim Corbett's tiger escapades. Its stone paved roads, wooden houses with beautifully carved façades and homes decorated with traditional murals reflect its heritage.
Rural village life
Almora is the gateway to the wonderful foothills enabling a select few to experience real rural life in the Kumaon region from a village perspective.
360° Leti
Also in this area is the luxury retreat of 360° Leti overlooking the Ramganga River and ancient terraced lands, with snow capped mountains behind.
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Places near Almora
- Nainital 19 miles away
- Corbett Tiger Reserve 47 miles away
- Rishikesh 89 miles away
- Haridwar 93 miles away
- Mussoorie 112 miles away
- Delhi 162 miles away
- Shimla 181 miles away
- Agra 196 miles away
- Chambal Sanctuary 208 miles away
- Bharatpur and Keoladeo Ghana National Park 212 miles away
- Fatehpur Sikri 212 miles away
- Gwalior 251 miles away
- Pragpur 256 miles away
- Dharamshala & McLeod Ganj 269 miles away
- Samode 287 miles away
- Ramathra 291 miles away
- Jaipur 300 miles away
Photos of Almora
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Mountain views near Leti, Almora -
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Mountain views near Leti, Almora -
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Leti from above -
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Path up to Leti -
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Village houses on the walk up to Leti -
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Village house in the Kumaon hills -
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Village house in the Kumaon hills -
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Village house near Almora, India
Accommodation choices for Almora
We’ve selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Almora. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.
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360 Leti
Located around a five hour drive from the nearest town of Almora, this is an exclusive Himalayan retreat with stunning mountain views and crisp clean air.
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Local Village House
The village houses you will stay in are lovely colourful little properties you see in this region but have been adapted to suit western needs.
