India and
its hospitality are world-famous and it also attracts the world-tourist. Kathgodam
is the small hill station and a town of Nainital region, Uttarakhand. According
to sources this place was a village with 375 people only, though the population
is frequently increasing since 1901.
Meaning of Kathgodam
is timber depot. The first railway line of the town was established in late 19th
century. However, Kathgodam is the last station of Uttarakhand. The stunning
view of hills from the town is dissimilar experience particularly for those
people who are visiting the hill station for first time.
Tourist Spots
for travelers: the stunning temples such as 'Kalichaud' and 'Sheetla devi' are
two major sightseeing places of Kathgodam. Large amount of devotees from India are
regularly visiting these temples to take blessings. In festivals people come to
Kathgodam in large numbers. The other spot in Kathgodam is ashram Hairakhan. The
dam constructed on Gola River is also special picnic spot.
The closest
city Haldwani is one more destinations for tourist. The Haldwani city is having
countless Haldu trees. Gaula River is major source of water in the city.
Bhimeshwar
Mahadev (Shiva) Temple: the shrine of Lord Shiva is best place to visit in
Kathgodam. This holy place comes under the Bhimtal. Construction was completed
in 17th century by the King of Kumaon Mr. Baz Bahadur.
The mild and
moderate climate of Kathgodam allows visitors to reach the spot anytime. However,
winter is quite cold due to Himalayas region, but the green nature becomes
eye-catching during the spring and winter. Summer is also the best period to visit
Kathgodam as the complete area gets covered with greenery.
Closest airport
to reach Kathgodam is Pantnagar, located in northern area of Uttarakhand. International
tourist can attain the flights to Delhi due to big international air hub. IGIA (Indira
Gandhi International Airport) at Delhi is having frequent international and
domestic flights for various parts of the country. Flights to Pantnagar are
limited but available at intervals. The Kathgodam Railway Station is connected
to different parts of the state through broad gauge line. Link trains from Nainital
and Delhi are available for tourist. Advance booking of ticket is best rather than
getting long waiting list. Reaching Kathgodam through road is possible by
attaining to NH 87. The direct state and private buses are available from Nainital,
Delhi, Haldwani and Ghaziabad.