General Info
Bageshwer is located in the northern parts of province of Uttaranchal in India. In east lies the district of Pithoragarh bordering Tibet and it's west lies the district of Chamoli and it's North lie the the Great Himalayas and in the South there is the district Bageshwer .
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Area: |
8.2 sq Kms. (city area) |
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Population: |
70,000 |
Altitude : |
960 meters |
Temperature: |
Max -34.5 ºC & Min - 3 ºC |
Clothing: |
Summer- Cottons/ light woolens, Winter - Woolens |
Languages: |
Hindi, English and Kumaoni |
STD Code : |
05963 |
Places To Visit
Baijnath
Lying in the Katyuri valley, 19 Kms away from Kausani and 26 kms from Bageshwer, is the small but ancient town of Baijnath. It was once upon a time the capital of the Katyuri dynasty of kings and the place was then called

Kartikyapura. In Kumaun socio cultural region, Baijnath is one among remote antiquity and of historical importance. The remnants of those glorious days lies at the bank of the Gomti river in the form of a group of temples. The temple is famous for it's ancient and magnificent stone idol of the Hindu goddess Parvati. Around 8 KMs from Baijnath on the Gwaldam road is lies the famous Kotkimai temple. One can also visit Pandusthal which lies nearby.
Vijaypur
Situated 30 kms from Bageshwar on Bageshwar Chaukori motor road. One can have a panaromic view of the snow capped Himalayan range from here. Because of it's high altitude the view is breath taking.
Kanda
This picturesque place is treat for nature lovers and is 25 km s from Bageshwar on Bageshwar chaukori motor road. Ancient Bhadrakali temple is near Kanda.
Kausani:
39 kms from Bageshwar. Kausani is ideal for those who seek to escape from the din and dust, hustle and bustle of big cities and wish to spend a quiet holiday in the lap of nature...more>>> |