Uttarakhand Binsar

Binsar is a tranquil forest resort tucked away in the Kumaon Hills far, far away from the madding crowd. Binsar is a gorgeous hill station perched on top of the JhandiDhar hills at an altitude of 2412 m, and is completely surrounded by dense forests. Oak, rhododendron, pine and deodar grow in amazing abundance on the hills of Binsar. The mantle of green hangs all around - rocks covered with unusual moss and ferns, flowers and shrubs - foliage sprouting out of every conceivable nook and cranny of the hillside. The entire hill resort is now a sanctuary.

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Most important places to Visit in Binsar.

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Best time to visit Binsar

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Most important places to Visit in Binsar .

BineshwarMahadev Temple

Dating back to the 16th century, BineshwarMahadev Temple is an important landmark and a must-visit place in Binsar. It was due to this temple that the region was named Binsar. King Kalyan Chand, one of the scions of the Chand Raja dynasty, is believed to have built this temple. The temple enshrines the deity of Lord Shiva. Apart from being a religious place, BineshwarMahadev Temple boasts of great architectural excellence. The temple can be an ideal stoppage point on the way to Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary.

Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary

Nestled amidst the Himalayan range overlooking the Almora valley, Binsar is a beautiful, quiet and wild destination to explore in the Uttarakhand state of India. Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary was established in 1988, mainly for the conservation and protection of the shrinking broad leaf oak (Quercus) forests of the Central Himalayan region. An epitome of serenity and tranquility, the place extends tourists an unexploited and unruffled beauty.

Khali Estate

Set amidst the Binsar Sanctuary is the Khali Estate - a 26 acre of serene and beautiful land. The estate was once the home of Sir Henry Ramsay, the commissioner of Kumaon from 1856 to 1884. Khali Estate is an epitome of natural beauty and soothing silence. The charming view of the Himalayan range is beautifully coupled with the cooing of the birds. Apart from just resting in the estate, one can also indulge in long treks down to the little villages or up to the Binsar top.

PariyadevaPashan

Historically, Binsar has been a great archeological site, thanks to the relics which date back to the Megalithic Age. PariyadevaPashan is one such relic, having long stone with cup-marks at the place. Situated on the Almora-Binsar road near Dinapani, it is a must see for tourists. So, if you were of the opinion that Binsar is nothing more other than mountain range and varied flora and fauna, this would surely come as a surprise.

Which all places I can visit along with Binsar  ?

Delhi - Mussoorie - Rishikesh - Corbett National Park - Ranikhet - Binsar - Ramgarh - Nainital - Delhi - Agra - Delhi

Delhi - Nainital - Binsar - Munsiyari - Kausani - Corbett

Delhi - Rishikesh - Mussoorie - Auli - Kausani - Binsar - Munsiyari - PatalBhuwaneshwar - Mukteshwar - Bhimtal - Sattal - Nainital - Corbett - Delhi

Delhi- Haridwar - Auli - Kausani - Binsar - Nainital - Corbett - Haridwar – Delhi

Best time to visit Binsar

Though Binsar is an any time of the year destination, the best time to visit the picturesque hill station is from April to June and again from September to November. The summer months between April and July are usually warm with temperatures hovering between 10° C and 20° C. Summers are perfect for nature walks, hikes and short treks. Hotels are aplenty and are open all year round.

Avoid visiting Binsar in the month of August completely as it gets wet and humid.

If you don’t mind the cold then you can visit Binsar in winters, between December and February. The temperatures hover between 2°C and 10° C with snowfall. Enjoy bonfires with soothing environment and breathtaking vistas of the snow capped Himalayan Ranges.

How to reach Binsar?

How to Reach Binsar by Air

The closest airport to Binsar is at Pantnagar, 127 km away. Only Jagson Airlines provides to and from the airport, connecting Uttarakhand to New Delhi. After getting off at the airport, you can plan your trip to Binsar by hiring a taxi or a hopping onto a bus.

How to Reach Binsar by Rail

The nearest railhead is at Kathgodam, 120 km. The Kathgodam railway station is well-connected to all the major cities like New Delhi, Kolkata, Dehradun, Jammu and Kanpur. Get off at the railhead and take a tourist bus, taxi or drive up via Almora, 30 km from Binsar.

The other option is to take the Ranikhet Express from the Old Delhi Railways Station and get off at Haldwani. From Haldwani you can either hire a private cab or take a bus to Almora. The travelling distance between Haldwani and Almora is 90 km and then again from Almora to Binsar is 30km. The cab charges from Almora to Binsar will be somewhere around Rs. 700- 800 but with good bargaining skills you can get the cab for cheaper.

How to Reach Binsar by Bus

Binsar is located at a distance of 380 km from Delhi and it will take you nearly 10 hours to get here from the city of New Delhi. There are scenic routes which connect the beautiful hill station of Binsar to the cities. Driving time is approximately 8 hours via Moradabad, Rampur, Kathgodam and Almora.