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Yatra
Nanda Devi
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Chaukori
is imbued with the breathtaking beauty of Pithoragarh district.
It offers a
magnificent view of the Panchchuli peaks and has
few rivals for spectacular Himalayan sunrises and sunsets. Visitors
to this lesser-known part of Kumaon can enjoy nature at her
pristine best. Forests of pine, oak and rhododendron are interspersed
with cornfields and orchards. The climate is conducive to the
growth of tea, which is cultivated by some enterprising locals.
Chaukori holds the promise of an idyllic vacation, and a close
communication with nature.
- Area
: 2.1 sq. km.
- Population
:100 (1991 census)
- Altitude
: 2010 mtrs. Above sea level.
- Season
: April-June, September-November
- Clothing
(Summer) : Light Woolen (Winter) : Heavy Woolens
- Language
: Hindi, Kumaoni
- Festivals
: Nanda Devi Fair, Saneti
- Local
Transport : Buses/Taxis
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Dharamghar
Situated
9 km from Chaukori, this is where Sarla Behn, the disciple of
Gandhi Ji, spent her last days. One can enjoy a marvelous view
of the Himalayan peaks from her Himdarshan Kutir.

Berinag
10
km. Situated at a height of 1720 mtrs, it offers an excellent
view of the Himalayas and is accessible by road. It was once
known for its tea estates.
Gangolihat
35
km. An important religious center of Kumaon. It has the famous
Hat-Lalika temple dedicated to Goddess Kali. The temple is also
a popular venue for local fairs.
Patal
Bhuvaneshwar
49
kms. Situated on the road to Berinag, the Patal Bhuvaneshwar
temple complex is 14 km from Gangolihat. Inside the caves are
limestone formations which have been linked to figures from
Hindu mythology.
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Air
Nearest
airport is Naini Saini, Pithoragarh : 112 km.
Rail
Nearest
rail head is Kathgodam : 214 km. Some of the important train
connections for Kathgodam are Shatabadi Express, Howrah Express
(3019/3020, Ranikhet Express (5013/5014), Rampur Passenger (1/2
R.K. Passenger and 3/4 R.K. Passenger), Nainital Express (5308/5307)
Road
Chaukori
is well connected by road with Almora-125 k, Nainital-183 km,
Bageshwar-45 km, Pithoragarh-112 km,
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There
are a few hotels at Berinag, 8 km from Chaukori.
UP
Tourism Accommodation
- Panchchuli
Tourist Rest House (KMVN).
Banks
State
Bank of India, Berinag (10 km).
Post
Offices
Post
Office, Berinag (10 km)
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