Didihat Tourism

Didihat is a beautiful town as well as a nagar panchayat which is situated in Pithoragarh district in the state of Uttarakhand in India. This town has been named after the Kumauni language word 'Dand' that signified a small hillock. History says that it was ruled by feudal Raika Malla kings of the Sirakot region. In the 1449 AD this area came under the rule of the Chand dynasty. Travelers can see the remnants of the temples and ancient forts to get the narration of this historical tale. You must explore the Askot Musk Deer Sanctuary which is located in the Didihat Tehsil administratively.

You will have bright and clear site of the Himalayan snow capped peaks from this place, especially from the Panchachuli and Trishuli. This town is really popular for its ancient Shirakot Temple dedicated to Lord Malay Nath (Lord Shiva). This temple was constructed under the orders of Raika Kings. When you will drive 10 km from this temple, you will reach Narayan Swamy Ashram situated at Narayan Nager. Another awesome place to admire in this town of Didihat is the Didihat falls which is located on the pilgrimage route to Kailash Mansarovar. Take out time for these places.

Didihat is actually a charming and a deep Himalayan tourist destination which is located at a distance of 54 km from Pithoragarh and at an altitude of 1,725 meters above mean sea level. It is a small hilly town which is full of pure and natural beauty having flora of lush green variety. Below the town you will find a fertile 'Haat Valley'. There is one more temple which is located in the top hill of the Nanpaupu village. This temple is known as Dechula. On a drive of 53km from this town, you will reach another small hilly town known as Berinag which is popular for its nag mandirs.

There is also a small tea garden. You must also view a cave situated near by called by the name of "Pataal Bhuwneshwar". It is related to "Pandavas" dwaparyug. Askot Sanctuary is situated near by where you can see monals, bharals, chirs, phesants, snow leopards, Himalayan black bears, koklas, musk deers, chukors, snow cocks, and tahra. There are so many things to admire and sooth your eyes. Tourists love to explore this place for one or the other reason. You must get the best trip around with your family and friends.