Baijnath
About Baijnath
Far From City: 17 kms from city center
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About Baijnath
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Open Time:Before Sunset
Cost:No entry fee
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Best time to visit Baijnath
The best time to visit Baijnath is from October till March when the weather ranges from cold to pleasant and makes it comfortable for sightseeing. The winter can get very chilly especially during the night, so adequate layers of woolens would be required. The town of Baijnath looks marvelous in the winters with its freshness intact for the monsoons and the warm sunlight making life comfortable and pleasant.
How to Reach Baijnath
Air:The nearest airport is Pant Nagar airport which is located at a distance of 180 km from Baijnath. One can easily avail cabs or catch a bus on the Almora route for Baijnath.
Rail:The nearest rail head is at Kathgodam which is 150 km away from Baijnath. One can easily get a cab or catch a bus towards Baijnath.
Road:Bageshwar district in which Baijnath lies is well connected by motor able road to all parts of Uttarakhand. One can easily get buses and taxis fro Baijnath from Rishikesh, Kathgodam, Almora and Nainital.
Getting Around Baijnath
Travelling within the town is mainly by foot and car.
Where to Stay
Kausani offers great accommodation options offered by the Tourist Reception Center in the town. One can find accommodation of various budget sizes.
Sightseeing in Baijnath
Baijnath temple, is a must visit attraction in Baijnath, and is the place around which most of the town's hustle bustle revolves. Also visit the Kot ka Mandir here and maybe even some ancient ruins that a glorious history carelessly left behind.
Shopping in Baijnath
Shop for hand-knitted shawls, stoles and sweaters. Also, shop for tea at Puran Singh tea store right outside the tea factory in Kausani.
The Baijnath Experience
Baijnath was the capital of Katyuri Kingdom and was once a thriving place being here you can revisit the ancient ruins and experience the ancient charm.
Baijnath's Cuisine
Try out some amazing Garhwali and Kumauni cuisines such as aloo ke gutke, gahat, chainsoo and kaapa.
Best Restaurants Nearby
Yogi and Garden Restaurant in Kausani.
Itinerary
After reaching Kasauni, continue your trip through Bageshwar to reach Baijnath. While here there is no way you do not visit the Baijnath temple, which is the centre of the town's religious and tourism scene. Also visit the Kot ka Mandir. One could follow these with day trips to Kausani and Almora.
Did you know?
It was once known as Kartikeypura, the capital of Katyuri Kingdom.
Tips
Avoid the monsoons for traveling to Baijnath.
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