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The condition in the plains has become worse since summer and children’s summer holidays are also going on. In such a situation, if there is a plan to go to a hilly place then the people of Bareilly will not need to make a very elaborate plan. You can complete the trip in two to three days. These hill stations come within a radius of 200 km from Bareilly. So let us know which are these hill stations and what can you explore by going there.
Bareilly city is known as Nath Nagari. There are great places to visit here and around. Currently, the summer season is going on and in such a situation, it is best to explore the hilly places to take a break. At these hill stations around Bareilly, you will not only get to see natural beauty but will also add spiritual experience to the trip.
Nainital
Nainital is a very popular tourist place among tourists. Although there is a little crowd here during the peak season, but it is very close to Bareilly, so you will not have any problem in reaching there. The distance from Bareilly to Nainital is only 145 kilometers. Here you can explore places like Naina Devi Temple, Naini Lake, Himalayan Botanical Garden, Mall Road, Eco Cave Garden, Tiffin Top, Bhimtal, Sattal, Naukuchiatal. Apart from this, you can go to Pangot which is no less than heaven for bird and nature lovers. You can add spiritual experience to your trip by visiting Kainchi Dham.
Explore Ranikhet
If you live in Bareilly then you can explore Ranikhet. You will have to travel only 183 km to reach here. Shooting has also taken place at many places here. This is a perfect place to spend a relaxing weekend away from the crowd. Here you can explore Chowbitia Orchards which is famous for apple orchards, plums and peach orchards. The peaks of Nandadevi and Trishul mountains are also visible from here. You can visit Jhula Devi Temple in Rani Khet. This temple dedicated to Mother Goddess is highly revered. You can also visit places like Bear Dam, Rani Lake, Kumaon Regimental Center Museum, Umiya Golf Course.
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visit ramnagar
If you want to explore any hill station from Bareilly, then you can plan a trip to Ramnagar for 1 to 2 days. Here the mountains all around and the clear flowing water of the river give an amazing view. Here is the Girija Devi Temple which is considered a proven temple. Spending time here on the banks of Kosi river will be a very relaxing experience for you, while you can also visit Jim Corbett Museum and explore Corbett Water Fall. This is a small but wonderful place where you can easily plan a weekend trip.
Tanakpur
Tanakpur is located at 135 km from Bareilly. It is very popular for Maa Purnagiri temple (Shaktipeeth is where the navel of Mata Sati had fallen). People come here in large numbers to have darshan. Amazing views are visible on the top. You can take bath in Sharda river. Apart from this you can visit Rankochi Devi temple. There is only forest all around here. You can explore Banbasa Barrage at a short distance from Tanakpur. Apart from this, people also go to see Siddhababa situated in Nepal. Shyamatal and Vivekananda Ashram, Boom Range are also good places to explore here.
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