Top 14 Places to See In Munsiyari
Munsiyari Must See Attractions
Munsiyari is a little hill station arranged on the foothills of the Himalayan range in the state of Uttarakhand. This residential community is known for having the most charming climate in the whole region of Pithoragarh. Arranged at a height of 2300 m, a part of this hill station is secured with a thick layer of snow and due to these snow-clad mountains Munsiyari is often termed as the 'Little Kashmir' of Uttarakhand. Munsiyari is a paradise for skiing and trekking lovers. Munsiyari additionally attracts a huge number of people due to its rich flora and fauna found here. If you are planning a trip to this paradise of Uttarakhand, here are the best 14 places to visit in Munsiyari that you must visit during your trip.
Explore the Top Places to see in Munsiyari
1 Birthi Falls
It is a picturesque cascading waterfall surrounded with verdant colors. Birthi Falls is falling down from 126mts of height. It is an ideal spot for tea and lunch breaks. It is located 35kms before Munsiyari.
2 Darkot
Darkot is a small picturesque hamlet situated 6kms from Munsiyari on Madkot road. If you are discerning shopper then do buy pashima, shawls and sheep wool blankets from here. The old artistic houses of Darkot represent the rich culture and creativity of the people of Kumaon.
3 Thamari Kund
It is a ravishing natural lake surrounded by alpine trees and paper trees. Musk Deer can be easily spotted at this place...
4 Nanda Devi Temple
An easy 3km stimulating trek from Munsiyari will take you to Nanda Devi Temple. This sacred shrine holds immense importance amongst the local people o Munsiyari..
5 Maheshwari Kund
It is also known as Mehsar Kund by the locales. According to myths and legends a Yaksha used to like in this small lake. The Yaksha fell in love with the Sarpancha's daughter. Angry sarpanch and other peoples of the village dried the lake to avenge upon him. Yaksha cursed the village after this incident and Munsiyari suffered with drought for a long time until they came to to him and apologized.
6 Betulidhar
Betulidhar is a large garden full of Rhododendrons. It is an ideal skiing slope in winters. The sunrise and sunsets of Betulidhar showcases beautiful hues of nature..
7 Jauljibi
It is located 66kms from Munsiyari at a picturesque location. Jauljibi is located at the confluence of the two important rivers of Kumaon region, Goriganga River and Kali River. A fair is held at this place in the month of November which attracts people from different places. The people of Nepal also visit this place during this fair as the river holds immense importance for them.
8 Adi Kailash
Milam Glacier located in Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand near Munsiyari is one of the popular trekking expeditions in the region. There are many places to visit see of tourist interest in Munsiyari like: Birthi Falls, ... Adi Kailash(6191 mts) located in Indian Territory close to the Indo- Tibetan border ... Milam Glacier Trek is a gateway to explore the mystiques of Uttarakhand.
9 Dandeshwar Temple
Situated slightly upstream from the Jageshwar temple complex, the Dandeshwar temple complex is in a dilapidated condition. The stone lingam is a natural rock, and, unlike the lingams of the Jageshwar complex, is not carved.The Dandeshwar temple complex is in a dilapidated condition.
1 0 Kalamuni Temple
Kalamuni Temple is a sight seeing place about 10 km from Munshiyari. Apart from temple, the view of Himlayas from Kalmuni Top is gorgeous. On the way to Munsiyari one has to cross this pass which is 9500 feet and temple of goddess Kali Maa the temple is very good to visit where we saw Naga sadhu's and statue of founder Maharaj.This place is very cold .
1 1 Khalia Top
Khalia Top trek is an easy trek and considered best beginners’ trek. Khalia trek provides you an opportunity to experience the Himalayan flora, fauna & pristine Himalayan outdoors. Located near small town of Munsiyari in Pithoragarh district of (Kumaon region) Uttarakhand.
1 2 Milam Glacier
Milam Glacier is about 28 km long, biggest glacier of the Kumaun, Uttarakhand. It originates from the slope of Kohli and Trishuli peaks and situated on the south facing slope of the main Himalayan range. Milam Village which is located near the glacier is one of the highest villages in the Himalayan range..
1 3 Namik Glacier
Located on the Kumaon Himalayas at an altitude of 3,600 mtrs, the Namik Glacier is the most nostalgic place in the world surrounded by the major peaks like Nanda Devi (7,848 m), Nanda Kot (6,861 m), and Trishul (7,120 m). The presence of number of waterfalls and Sulphur springs originating around this glacier is the most refurbishing attraction of the area..
1 4 Ralam Glacier
Ralam is a beautiful glacier located in Munsiyari tehsil of Pithoragarh district within Kumaon region of the hill state of Uttarakhand in India. This magnificent glacier is situated at an elevation of 2, 290 meters above the sea level near Ralam Dhura at Ralam Khal. Glaciological features of Ralam are divided into two - Upper Ralam and Lower Ralam.
