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Garija Devi (10 km from Ramnagar) is fast becoming a
major tourist attraction in recent times. Situated on
the Kosi River, the place is a perfect retreat for the
tourists.
Kaladungi
Located on the main route to Nainital from Dhikala,
Kaladungi was the former residence of the legendary
hunter, Jim Corbett. He was the man who helped in
establishing this fine national park.
Kalagarh Dam
Kalagarh Dam, situated at the south-western tip of the
Corbett National Park, is one of the best place in the
region for bird watching. The dam that played havoc
with the ecological system of the region in 1970s now
attracts a great number of migratory waterfowl in the
winters. There are also many nature-walking routes
nearby.
Rampur
Situated around 125 km from Corbett National Park,
Rampur was formerly a princely state which later
became a part of Uttar Pradesh after independence. The
place is famous for its library with more than 12,000
rare manuscripts and a fine collection of Mughal
miniature paintings. Rampur is famous—rather
infamous—for the Rampuri dagger.
Ranikhet
Situated some 103 km from Dhikala, Ranikhet, as the
name suggests, is a beautiful and quiet hill station
at an altitude of 2,000 metres above sea level. It has
a pleasant climate with mild summers and chilled
winter. This is one of the few unexplored destinations
in the country where you can find a serene
environment, traffic-less streets, and hospitable
people.
Sitabani
Sitabani is a place traditionally associated with the
Ramayana as it believed that Sita was exiled by Rama
here. Sitabani is a birdwatchers/’ paradise and there
is an ashram tucked away in the jungle. Panthers and
other wildlife move to Sitabani when the tourist
season is on in Corbett. |