A small hill station that is at a distance of 12 kms from Chaukori which is on the extreme eastern part of the Himalayan.It is part of district of Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand in India.Berinag can be reached via road.There are various other small villages that can be visited in the nearby places like Bana, Banoli, Sangarh, Dhanoli, Bhattigaon, Quarali and Tripuradevi. The Nanda Devi and Panchachulli peaks can be viewed from this place.This place has a worthwatching scenic beauty.

This area is famous for producing the tea of high quality.Heavy snowfall is also experienced in the area that covers the Himalayan peaks and thus gives this area a mesmerizing view.Initially this place was also known as Bedinag as this place has been known for snake temples.The places near to Berinag are Chaukori, Didihat and few other places to visit.

An educational degree college has been built on the top of a mountain and thus gives an enchanting view of snow covered Panchachulli and Nanda Devi hills.The languages that are mainly spoken in the region are Hindi and Kumaoni.Berinag is fenced with dense forests and have loads of green plantation and beautiful water falls.The flora and fauna of this place is very rich.

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How to Reach

By Air

The closest airport to Berinag is Naini Saini that is located in Pithoragarh and is at a distance of 112 kms from Berinag.One can then hire the taxi from the airport to reach Berinag.

By Rail

The nearest railhead to Berinag is Kathgodam that is at a distance of 214 kms from Berinag and this station also serves as a gateway for Kumaon region.The visitors can then hire taxi to reach Berinag.

By Road

This place is well connected by road and the buses can be taken from ISBT Anand Vihar Delhi to reach this place.

Places to Visit

The visit to snake temple is another option for the visitors of Berinag.

The Tripura Devi Temple and the Koteshwar Cave temple are another option for the visitors of the Berinag.

Kotmanya Deer Park also serves as a visiting place for the people who come to Berinag.The Park has Kasturi Mrig that is considered as the exceptional kind of deer.

Weather and Best Time to Visit

Weather

The temperature in the winters goes to the freezing point while the summers are very pleasant.

Accomodation

There are many budgeted and economical hotels for stay in Berinag

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