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Helicopter Services
Pawan Hans is resuming daily helicopter services from 12th May 2005, from Agastya Muni (distt. Rudraprayag) to Kedarnath. Flight will depart from Agastya Muni daily between 6:30 am to 11:10 am, by a 5-seater Bell 407 helicopter. Agast Muni is located 17 km beyond Rudraprayag enroute to Kedarnath. Rudraprayag is about 140 km.......
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Champawat Travel Information
The stupendous Himalayas are in fact a great life-force in themselves. Even several life times would perhaps be insufficient to unravel the thousand mysteries, to understand the innumerable lofty peaks, pilgrimage centres, glaciers, meandering streams & rivers, enchanting lakes and the rural charm of villages amidst snow-capped mountains.
This small folder provides information on the newly formed hill district of Champawat which lies in the region of Kumaon Himalayas of India. 76 kms. from Pithoragarh headquarters, Champawat is situated 1615 mts. above sea level. Champawat, once the capital of the rulers of the Chand dynasty, is famous for its natural beauty and well known
temples. The ancient fort, now houses headquarters of the Tehsil office. historical spot, Champawat has many well known temples of high artistic value. The Baleshwar temple is the noted attraction of Champawat. The Nagnath temple at Champawat is also an excellent example of ancient architecture of Kumaon.
General Information
Area :
5 Sq. Kms.
Altitude :
1615 mts.
Season :
Round the year
Clothing :
Summer - Light woollen or cotton
Winter - Heavy wollen
Language :
Hindi, Kumaoni and English
Accessibility
Air :
Nearest Air Port, Naini Saini, 80 kms (Pithoragarh)
Rail :
Nearest Rail head, Tanakpur., 75kms.
Road :
Champawat is well connected with state
highway.
