Chaukhutia Travel Guide
This
picturesque place derives its name from a Kumaoni word Chakuta which means
four feet. In Chaukhutia's context four feet means four ways. From here
the entire region is easily accessible.
54 kms. from Ranikhet,
Chaukhutia is on the Ranikhet-Badrinath highway. Chaukhutia's historical
past and religious significance can be seen basking in its glory in nearby
areas. Kali temple, Vaishno Devi's temple, ancient fort and ruins of
Katyuri dynasty all makes Chaubhutia an explorer's delight.
Season
: Round the year
EXCURSIONS:
Jaurasi:
16 kms at an altitude of 6000 ft. above sea level is famous for
scenic beauty.
Dwarahat: 18 kms, from Chaukhutia.
Dwarahat is a prominent tourist attraction of Kumaon. Dwarahat is full of
ancient sculptures. Kumaon's famous Syalde-Bikhoti Mela is held in
Dwarahat from 13th to 15th April annually.
Doonagiri: 33
kms from Chaukhutia. Rich in natural splendour, Doonagiri is adorned by a
temple of Vaishno Devi (the famous cave Goddess). To cap it all, Doonagiri
offers a clear picture of the imposing Himalayas. For pilgrims Doonagiri
is abuzz with festivals during Chait and Ashwin months of Navratras.
Naithnadevi:
This famous Bhagwati Temple is 33 kms from Chaukhutia.
Lakhan
Pur Temple:This Temple belongs to the Katyuri dynasty & is
located at the Peak. This place is around 5-8 kmt. from Chaukhutia in
Jorasi-Chaukhutia road.
ACCESSIBILITY
Rail:
Nearest railhead is Kathgodam, 137 kms.
Road: Chaukhutia
is well connected by bus service from Delhi. Gopeshwar 134 kms, Alrnora 87
kms , Nainital.112 kms Kathgodarn. Pithoragarh, Karnaprayag 95 kms.
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