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Ranikhet Hill Station or “Queen's Meadow” is a mesmerizing place falling under the state of Uttarakhand, and located at the height of 1829 m with a sprawling are of 21.76 Sq. Kms. As the story goes, Queen Padmini of Kumaon was desperately in love with this splendid hill paradise, and to oblige the aspirations of his queen, King Sudhardev made a palace built here, and named it Ranikhet or Queen’s field.

The pleasing hill station was out of world’s touch for quite some time, until it was rediscovered by the Britishers in the year 1869, and who later transformed the tiny hill station into headquarters of the Kumaon Regiment. The hill station was used as an ideal retreat against the hot weather of the plains. At present, Ranikhet is a cantonment town and place for Kumaon Regimental Centre (KRC) and Naga Regiment. The hill station is being maintained by the Indian Army.

Ranikhet is known for its delicious apples, apricots, peaches and various other alpine fruits.

Places of Interest in Ranikhet

As you approach the area, the clatter of the Sadar Bazaar - the town's main thoroughfare reaches your ears. The Sadar Bazaar is the noisiest and most crowded place in Ranikhet, and the din during peak hours can be deafening.The Upper Mall on the other hand, presents a striking contrast - an evening constitutional through its peaceful promenades can be quite invigorating. Bang in the middle of the Mall lies the Jhula Devi Temple. Apart from the usual crowd of devotees that throng the place, a leopard visits the temple once a month. However, local legend asserts that only the high priest of the shrine can see the feline animal.

Next to Jhula Devi, lies the Temple of Lord Rama - dedicated to the hero of the Hindu epic, Ramayana. Travel a few kilometres along the Mall and you hit the Chaubatia. Originally a sanatorium for British troops, it now houses the Government Fruit Garden and Research Station that grows no less than 200 varieties of fruit. Six kilometres from Sadar Bazaar is Uphat - the site for one of the highest golf courses in India. Just beyond the fairways lies the Kalika Temple and a Forest Nursery that is run by the government.

Ranikhet is known for its breathtaking scenic vistas and cool climate which remains throughout the year.

How to Reach Ranikhet

By Air: The nearest domestic airport is Pantnagar, which is around 119 Kms away from Ranikhet.

By Train: The nearest railhead is Kathgodam, which is 80 Kms away from here. Regular buses and taxis are available for Ranikhet.

By Road: It is well connected with all major cities of India, Nainital (54 Km), Almora (49 Km) and Delhi (340 Km).

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