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BINSAR
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Binsar is situated at an altitude of 2,480 mis a beautiful,
quiet and wild Himalayan destination with rich natural surroundings
among dense forest. Binsar is perched on top of the Jhandi Dhar
hills. This place is situated 33 km north of the Almora town
in the Uttarakhand state of India. From Binsar one can see the
300 km panoramic view of the Himalayan peaks like Kedarnath
Peak, Shivling, Trisul and majestic Nanda Devi from a place
called 'Zero Point'.
History
Binsar was the summer capital of the Chand Kings, who ruled
over Kumaon, from 11th to 18th centuries AD. Binsar is also
noted for mythological warfare between King of Binsar and Golu
Devata. Due to some confusion Golu Devata was beheaded and his
trunk fell at Gairad Dana Golu near Binsar national Park and
his head felled at Kaparkahan near Binsar. Both The places has
ancinent temples of Lord Golu.
In the older days people came from far-flung villages, trekking
on paths they themselves created to pay homage to Bineshwar
Mahadev. Unlike Shimla, Nainital and Ranikhet - north Indian
hill stations discovered and developed by the British.
Binsar Hills known and Jhandi Dhar, rise to a height of 2412
mts and offer an excellent view of Almora town, Kumaon hills
and the greater Himalayan valley. The surroundings abound in
alpine flora, ferns, hanging moss and species of wild flowers.
The chief attraction of Binsar is the majestic view of the Himalayas
- a 300 km, stretch on famous peaks which includes Kedarnath,
Chaukhamba, Trishul, Nanda Devi, nanda Kot and Panchchuli. Binsar
is the epitome of serenity and tranquillity with perched on
top of a hill with a spectacular view of the snow capped peaks
and the Almora valley. Surrounded by abundant garlands of alpine
flora, ferns, hanging moss and many other species of wild flowers,
tourist can feel close to heaven.
A well known forest reserve and bird sanctuary on the Jhandi
Dhar hills of Kumaon. Once the capital of the Chand Raj Dynasty,
it is located at a distance of 26kms from Almora. The entire
region is surrounded by virgin forests of oak, rhododendron,
pine and deodar making it a popular getaway for those looking
for solitude and a close experience with nature.
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>PLACES
TO SEE IN BINSAR
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
Binsar wildlife sanctuary was set up in 1988, and spreads over
an area of 45.59 sq kms. Binsar wildlife sanctuary was set up
for the conservation and protection of the shrinking broad leaf
oak (Quercus) forests of the Central Himalayan region It is
home to a variety of flora and fauna, and over 200 species of
birds.
The sanctuary has been declared an “Important Bird Area by Bird
life International.” There are more than 200 bird species in
the sanctuary, including Forktail, Blackbirds, Laughing Thrush,
Kalij Pheasant, Nuthatches, Parakeets and Monal.
Surrounded by dense forests all around, you can catch some amazing
views of the Himalayan peaks. Zero Point is the best place to
see the enthralling view of the snow capped peaks of Kedarnath,
Shivling, Trishul and Nanda Devi (best visible in autumn and
spring). Bineshwar Mahadev Temple is a famous 16th century temple,
8kms away with the shrine of Lord Shiva. Binsar is said to have
been named after this temple.
Binsar is famous for it's views of the snow capped Himalayan
mountain ranges, so one can sit back and enjoy the view while
savouring your favourite drink. One can also go trekking with
abundant nature trails available from Binsar. Binsar also houses
a forest reserve with a rich diversity of flora and fauna with
forests of oak and rhododendron with a large species of flowers
and birds along with some wild animals. The famous temple of
Binsar Mahadev is also nearby. One can also make a detour to
nearby places like to Kausani, Ranikhet, Jageshwar or Chowkori.
Bineshwar Mahadev Temple :
This is the temple from which Binsar derives its name. The presiding
deity of this temple is the Lord Shiva and it was built during
the prosperous reign of King Kalyan Chand; one of the scions
of the Chand Raja dynasty. The Chand Rajas had their summer
capital at Binsar and Bineshwar Mahadev temple is one of the
few constructions dating back to the 16th century architectural
style that are still there in Binsar. Bineshwar Mahadev Temple
is situated at a distance of 6 kms from Ayarpani and it is convenient
to visit it on the way to the Binsar Wildlife sanctuary.
Binsar Sanctuary Museum :
Binsar has a museum about the flora and fauna of the region
and provide good and valuable information about the Sanctuary.
Kasar Devi Temple :
Kasar Devi Temple is located at a distance of around 9 km from
the Binsar, it was the house for Dutch Monk from 1970 to early
80s. It is said that this temple was the house for the hippies
and hippie culture got popular from here. This temple is still
a major tourist attraction for the foreigners.
Archaeological Spots
The Binsar hills are rich in ancient relics. Near Dinapani on
the Almora-Binsar road, there is a point called Pariyadeva-Pashan
where there is a long stone with cup-marks. According to Historians
these cup Shaped marks belong to Megalithic Age.
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