Binsar is a beautiful and nature-blessed hill town in Uttarakhand. It is most notable for the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, which is a nature-rich area home to above 200 species of birds and other vulnerable species of animals. The place is also known for its laid-back way of life and the rich traditional heritage to bless it. Visit the quaint town for a relaxing vacation and pick from the best Binsar hotels.
Binsar is a small town nestled in the beautiful hills of the Himalayan Range. Set in the midst of lush green oak and rhododendron forest the place is most known for the relaxed way of life, the old temples, traditional values and rustic culture, and most importantly the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. It is a neighbor of popular destinations like Pantnagar, Nainital, Haldwani, and Almora, and in itself is a major attraction puller. Every year it attracts a large count of nature buffs, adventure-enthusiasts, bird watchers, and travellers seeking a destination to beat the summer heat and wash-off the city blues. The town is one of the most popular tourist destinations of the Kumaoni Range and is a perfect escapade into the lap of Mother Nature.
Accessing the town in quite easy. It is about 22 k.m. from Almora, 58 k.m. from Kausani, 76 k.m. from Ranikhet, and 96 k.m. from Nainital. The place also sees a large influx of tourists from Delhi, as it serves as an excellent hill-resort to beat the scorching summer heat. The distance between the two is about 405 k.m. and on a vehicle it takes about 5-6 hours. The Pantnagar Airport is the nearest domestic airport with direct flights from Delhi. Besides, there are small railheads in Almora, Nainital, and Kathgodam that can be used to access Binsar via trains.
The unspoilt natural beauty of the town has been bringing large flows of tourists to Binsar since long. It is simply one of the most beautiful and tranquil places in India. There are a couple of good options for lodging that one may pick from. Binsar hotelsare available in all budget and “star” bracket. Clarks Inn Hotel, Hotel Eco Camp, Tree of Life Grand Oak Manor Hotel etc. are some of the top-rated hotels in the town.
There are a couple of things and attractions to look out for. The most popular is the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. It was established in 1988 which was an effort to protect the shrinking number of Oak trees in the region and also to protect the other natural resources and wildlife. The protected area is home to about 200 species of birds including, Monal, Magpies, Nuthatches, Woodpeckers, and Forktail. It is perfect for bird watching and jungle safari. Plus, another major attraction of the park is the wide range of butterflies that are simply a treat to the eyes.
Another popular spot in the region is the Binsar Zero Point, which is a vantage point offering unparalleled panoramic views of the surroundings. The Himalayan peaks namely Nanda Devi, Kedarnath, Trishul, and Shivling can be seen from the vantage point and is one of the prime attractions of the place.
Tourist also flock in large number to the temple of Bineshwar. It is a famous temple of Lord Shiva, highly revered by the locals. It is an old temple, built in the 13th century and is a major crowd puller.
Apart from these there are certain other good attractions in and around the town. To name some include: Khali estate, Pariyadev Pashan, Golu Devta Temple, and Binsar Sanctuary Museum. The small area of the town makes it easy to access all the major attractions. There are a few tour companies that one may contact for the purpose of exploring the attractions. Plus, the 5 Star hotels in Binsar also offer good tour packages that one may avail.
