Lansdown
Lansdowne is one of the most unexplored hill
stations in India. It lies at a distance of 81 kilometer from Pauri in
the Uttarakhand region. The town is perched at a height of 1,706 meter
above the sea level. This hill station is unique for its natural charm
and tranquil atmosphere. You can frequently visit here refreshing your
soul, far away from the bustle of the cities. Lord Lansdowne served as
the viceroy of India from 1888 to 1884. Its captivating beauty attracts
the attention of the tourists in large all over India. If you are
traveling to Lansdowne in winters, do not forget to carry heavy woolen
clothes. The nights are chilly because of cold climate at Lansdowne.
Lansdowne is circled with pine and oak forests,
offering you a complete feast for the eyes. The Karnva Ashram is one of
biggest crowd-pullers in this town. According to a legend, it is the
birth place of "Bharat, the dear son of Shakuntala.
Fast Facts
Elevation: 1,706 meter above
sea level
Weather: Chilly in Winter and pleasant in Summer
Clothing: heavy woolens required during winters
Best time: March till November
Tourist Attractions
Lansdowne has several attractions for
travellers to see. Some of the most visited places to see in this hill
town are as follows.
Kanvashram
It is one of the most revered ashrams
situated in Lansdowne. Mythologically the shrine has immense importance
among the pilgrims. The ashram is circled with the dense forests and
hillocks. It is conceived that Bharat, son of Shankuntala, was born at
this temple. The sage Kanva was a the step father of stepdaughter
Shankuntala.
Jwalpadevi
In Lansdowne, it is the most sacred
temple, devoted to the Hindu goddess Durga. Pilgrims from all across the
country hold this temple in great regard. Throughout the year, devotees
continue visiting the shrine in large numbers.
How to Reach
The closest airport from the hill town
of Lansdowne is Jolly Grant, situated at Dehradun. The airport lies at a
distance of about 100 kilo meters from Lansdowne. Bus routes also
connect Lansdowne well to other key destinations in and outside the
state. Regular bus services are are available from Kotdwar to reach
Lansdowne. Lansdowne is well linked with places like Dehradun, Mussoorie
and Haridwar.
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