The Queen’s Meadow: Ranikhet - Windsor Lodge Ranikhet
Ranikhet is the most beautiful hill station
destination in the Almora district of Uttarakhand. It is at an elevation of
1829 meters above sea level. The meaning of Ranikhet is Queen's meadow which is
developed by the Britishers around ancient temples, Himalayan hills, and
forests. The climate of this town is very cool in winter and remains moderate
during summers. If you visit in December, January, and February, you will get
to enjoy the snowfall. But the best time to visit Ranikhet is from March to
October. For the best accommodation in Ranikhet,
you can visit Windsor Lodge in Ranikhet.
This place is the perfect place for anyone
looking for a change. The different atmosphere makes this place more popular
and making it the best destinations throughout the year. The huge pine, oak,
deodar forests, and the amazing views of the
Himalayan ranges, make this town more worthy to visit. You can experience the activities like golfing, fishing, paragliding, trekking and hiking in Ranikhet.
Himalayan ranges, make this town more worthy to visit. You can experience the activities like golfing, fishing, paragliding, trekking and hiking in Ranikhet.
Places
to visit:-
There are many places to visit in Ranikhet
and nearby Ranikhet. Here are a few of them:
·
Jhula Devi Temple: It is 7 km away from
the Ranikhet. This place is best for those who are looking for spiritual
blessings or fond of rich history. The characteristic of this temple is the
countless bells and it is well-renowned for this too.
·
Golf course: It is 5 km away from the
Ranikhet. The golf course in Ranikhet is one of the highest golf courses in
Asia. The main attraction of this place is the 9-hole course at such a high
altitude.
·
Chaubatia Gardens: It is 10 km away from
the Ranikhet. This place is famous for the apple orchards and the plantation of
apricots, peaches, chestnuts, and almonds. You can also buy fresh juices and
artisan honey from the store on the way out.
·
KRC museum: This place has a wide
collection of the stories of our heroes from the First World War to till date.
Here you can get to see the uniforms and medals of the brave soldiers. You can
also get to see the weapons used during the war.
How
to reach:
·
By road: Ranikhet is well connected to
the major cities of India, so you can take a government or private bus or hire
a taxi.
·
By rail: The nearest railway station is
Kathgodam, 86 km far from Ranikhet. You can take a government or private bus or
hire a taxi to Ranikhet.
·
By air: The nearest airport is
Pantnagar, 115 km far from Ranikhet. You can take a government or private bus
or hire a taxi to Ranikhet.
Accommodation:
You can stay in Windsor lodge Ranikhet,
the best resort in Ranikhet. This place also
offers the best dining restaurant in Ranikhet.
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