Ramgarh Holiday Trip

Ramgarh is holiday tourist attractions in Uttranchal, India. At a height of approximately 5,870 ft, this Kumaoni jewel is 14 Km ahead of Bhowali 25 Km from Nainital and 325 km north east of Delhi.

Ramgarh would have been known as a culture capital rather than a hotbed of horticulture had Rabindranath Tagore struck to his original plan of setting up a centre of learning here. The Nobel laureate, who spent time here writing no doubt suitably inspired by Ramgarh’s magical spell, but he eventually gifted Santiniketan to his home state, Bengal.

Ramgarh went on to bloom into a horticultural haven, the fruit bowl of Kumaon and one of the most verdant and abundant regions in the hills. Ramgarh.

This Kumaoni enclave is a favourite with prosperous Dilliwallas who escape the heat and blaze of the summers and head for their stylish cottages in the area. After all the capital is all of eights hours away. Never mind if you can’t boast of your won little kothi among the apple trees, there plenty to do for the average traveler who wants to cool off in the hills during the sweltering summer months.

The magic begins almost as soon as you leave Bhowali. Make sure you tank up since this is the last petrol pump on your route. A steep climb and about 9km later you get your first reward, the soothing sight of snow. The heat and dust you have left behind in the plains never seemed more far away. The thick chir pine forests suffuse the air with a heady, resiny aroma. If you happen to be driving up to the hills after dark you might even spot a leopard.

Ramgarh itself is a small village with a road running through it. The best way to explore the countryside is to drive a short distance and then walk around through the sleepy hamlets. And if you are not up to haring around, grab a rug and a book and simply curl up on a grassy knoll. The only sound that will interrupt the peace is the tinkle of cowbells. Make sure the kids bring along their crayons and coloring paints, the pine cones strewn around can make an artist out of anybody. Ramgarh also has a fairly old Shiva Temple located hust south of Ramgarh on the Bhowali Road, where the road veers right towards Bhowali.

Pugmarked Picnics

The hills around Ramgarh are alive and buzzing with picnic possibilities. Park your car at Gagar, 3Km away. If lugging heavy picnic hampers and clanking beer bottles doesn’t excite you, then drive past Bhowali get onto the Almora Road and stop alongside the river near the Khairna Bridge. Your walk will be considerably shortened and there are plenty of sandy coves around to spread out your picnic. Spend some hapy hours seeking out leopard pugmarks on the soft sand.

Fishing

Make sure you pack your rod and frying pan as well. Ramgarh has a forest department office where you can get a fishing permit for Rs 125 per rod per day. Don’t fall for false assurances that a permit is not required. Your best bet is to ask your hotel or camp to make the necessary arrangements at the time of booking. The procedure could take time, as permits come from as far away as Ramnagar or Nainital. But do take the trouble since there mahseer in the Kalirao and Kosi rivers.

Adventure Options

In the mountains where everything involves going either straight up or straight down, adventure sports are never too far away. Trained instructors are available if you are in a large enough groups. Prior intimation is required, though so make sure that you make a mention of your interests when you book your accommodation.

Ask your hotel or lodge to organize rock climbing, rappelling and river crossing. While you contemplate the bubbles in your beer, the kids can have a go at outdoor favourites like cricket and badminton, go on nature walks and even do some birdwarching. Enquire about hiring cycles it’s the best way to travel.

Around Ramgarh

Nathunakhan 20Km

Ramgarh you will reach a fork where one road goes up to Mukteshwar and the lower one heads down to Talla Ramgarh lower Ramgarh. Follow the Talla Ramgarh Road, which descends into a valley full of orchards and a mountain stream. Just when you are going down instead of up to Nathuakhan.