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such as timber and resin, both of which Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen, umbrella. were used in the construction of one of the Max: 13.5°C Min: 11.0°C Rain: 123.0mm Ranikhet largest railroad systems in the world.This Ranikhet, meaning Queen's place is a must visit! Aug Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen, Meadow, is an alluring umbrella. covered with lush green forests When To Max: 15.7°C Min: 12.4°C Rain: 255.0mm and meadows.It is a picture perfect Sep place covered in thick pine and oak VISIT Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen, trees located at the foot of the Famous For : HillHill StationNature / umbrella. WildlifePlaces To Max: 13.8°C Min: 10.6°C Rain: 144.0mm western . VisitCitMountain http://www.ixigo.com/weather-in-ranikhet-lp-1138113 Oct Ranikhet is one of those rare hill stations Jan Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. that gives nature precedence over man. So Very cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. Max: 17.0°C Min: 11.5°C Rain: 6.0mm don’t be surprised when you come face to Max: 8.1°C Min: 1.1°C Rain: 15.0mm Nov face with a sign that cautions, “Leopards Feb Very cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. have the right of way”. They do. So do Very cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. Max: 13.5°C Min: 6.3°C Rain: 0.0mm monkeys that swing through its trees, the Max: 9.9°C Min: 6.0°C Rain: 0.0mm deer and bears that hide in the thick of its Dec groves or the birds that soar in its sky. Mar Very cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. Ironically, this thickly forested paradise was Very cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen, Max: 12.4°C Min: 5.2°C Rain: 6.0mm brought into existence by the British, who in umbrella. Max: 11.3°C Min: 2.6°C Rain: 96.0mm the late 1860s came looking to house army and administration in a hilly “station” that Apr What To could provide both strategic and economic Very cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. advantages to the colonial masters. The Max: 16.2°C Min: 5.7°C Rain: 6.0mm natural beauty of the Ranikhet highlands SEE 5 Sights was a hands-down winner. May Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. http://www.ixigo.com/places-to-visit-see-in-ranikhet-lp-1138113 Max: 22.0°C Min: 10.8°C Rain: 3.0mm The tranquil meadows surrounded by 1 Golf Course soaring pine and leafy oak forests with a 180 Jun degree panoramic view of the Himalaya Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen, This Pdf and its contents are copyright © 2013,ixigo.com, all rights reserved. ixigo logo, the provided ideal environs to house an army umbrella. character and all other marks displayed herein are registered and/or common law trademarks of Max: 15.2°C Min: 9.4°C Rain: 81.0mm ixigo.com and/or third parties. regiment. What’s more, its surrounding environs provided the most important Jul natural economic resources of the time, Ranikhet Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/ranikhet page 2

lake has unfortunately corroded away due Set up in the 1970s, the Regiment Museum, Ranikhet, , Near Gardens, 7 kms from to lack of maintenance, so be extra careful  showcases the history of the army’s Ranikhet, , Uttarakhand, Kumaon and Garhwal regiments. Among its A must visit attraction in this scenic hill 263645, India when you walk around the lake. Bhalu Dam town, Golf Course in Ranikhet is one of the is around 3 km below Chaubatia Gardens treasures are Rani Jhansi’s silver sceptre The Jhula Devi temple is quite popular most challenging golfing venues and well- and about an hour’s trek from Ranikhet. taken from the queen after the fall of Jhansi among tourists and locals alike. The main maintained. This place is must on your in 1858, a WW-II Japanese wireless field deity of this temple, Goddess , is itinerary even though you are not interested Make sure you keep those walking shoes telephone, Chinese rifles from the 1962 believed to fulfill all wishes of her devotees in golfing as it is spectacular. It was ready and be ready for a little adventure Indo-China war and documents retrieved once they visit this temple. The power of previously not open to public but now you when you walk through the woods to reach from Pakistani soldiers during the Kargil fulfilling wishes can be gauged from the can visit the place and click some amazing this beautiful spot. Keep that picnic basket War. number of bells that have been offered here pictures.  handy too! for thanksgiving. These charming bells hung Opposite the exit, check out the traditional from threads outside the main shrine can be 4 Regiment Museum Kumaon musical instruments including the heard even from a distance. Head here to A legacy of the British rule in India, this 9- nagara and huraka(drums), Rana Sangha experience peace and magic.  hole golf course now comes under the and bokhara (wind instruments). governance of the Kumaon Regimental 3 Bhalu Dam Centre. It was previously not open to 5 Haidakhan Babaji Temple outsiders, but now, by paying a small fee, even tourists can ‘putt’ together with regulars there.

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Ranikhet, Uttarakhand, India An artificial lake constructed by the British in 1903, this serene dam was initially built to A short drive from Ranikhet main market, solve the water shortage issues in the area. Haidakhan Babaji Temple is dedicated to the It is now a favourite among saint Haida Khan who was an ardent Lord environmentalists, nature lovers and fishing- Shiva devotee.The temple is not only enthusiasts and is thronged by tourists all Regiment Museum, Ranikhet, famous for being a spot for viewing the through the year. The fencing around the Almora, Uttarakhand 263601, India Himalayan Ranges but is also a favourite Ranikhet Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/ranikhet page 3

spot among foreigners for getting married favourite book and enjoy the colonial The Mall, Ranikhet Road, Ranikhet, in an Indian avatar. The houses near the settings at The Tea Lounge. Uttarakhand 263645,India temple also arrange for all the costumes and necessary items for the wedding and +91-981000639 4 Queens Court attend the ceremony with a vigour. The in-house restaurant of  Chevron Rosemount, this one is a pure Where To delight for foodies with its extensive menu and impeccable client service. The setting is so pretty with old world charm and dim Eat lighting and you will love the sprawling 5 Places views from your restaurant window. http://www.ixigo.com/foods-in-of-ranikhet-lp-1138113 3 The Tea Lounge 1 West View Hotel The Mall Road, Near Head Post Office, Ranikhet Road, Airari, Ranikhet, Uttarakhand 263645, India

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A lovely place to enjoy a range of cuisines while you soak up the scenic beauty outside, Queens Court is the in-house restaurant of Ranikhet Club in the hill station. The restaurant is nicely done with teak panelling, wooden floors and grand chandeliers along C/O, Welcomheritage Windsor with comfortable seating arrangement. Mahatma Gandhi Road, Mall Road, Lodge, Kalika Estate, Dadgallia,   Ranikhet, Uttarakhand 263645, India Almora Ranikhet Uttarakhand +91 5966-220261 263645 India 5 Oak Garden +91-11-46035500 The place serves delicious Indian, Mughlai, West View Hotel, Mahatma Gandhi Thai and Chinese food. So book yourself a Head to this swanky place to enjoy your Road, Upper Mall seat in the corner and order some lip- favourite tea with mouth-watering snacks smacking cuisines that will be a treat to your including freshly prepared sandwiches and taste buds.  cookies. The menu here has a world of options when it come to delicious snacks, so 2 Chevron Rosemount just grab a chair, walk through your Ranikhet Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/ranikhet page 4

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See A: Golf Course B: Jhula Devi Temple C: Bhalu Dam D: Regiment Museum E: Haidakhan Babaji Temple Accommodation F: Hotel Rajdeep G: Richmond Hills H: V Resorts Ginseng Kaafal Cottage Ranikhet I: Hotel Rajdeep J: Richmond Hills K: V Resorts Ginseng Kaafal Cottage Ranikhet L: Hotel Rajdeep M: Richmond Hills N: V Resorts Ginseng Kaafal Cottage Ranikhet Food O: West View Hotel P: Chevron Rosemount Q: The Tea Lounge R: Queens Court S: Oak Garden