Rejoicing in the lap of Ramgarh, the fruit bowl of India in the Kumaon hills

Featured in a number of travel journals, Ramgarh in Uttarakhand is a blissful place. It is located in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand at a height of 1789 m above the sea level of sea. For its abundant produce of fruits, Ramgarh is also called the Fruit Bowl of India.
It was the serene beauty of Ramgarh which drove many British colonial officers to take rest in its lap. This place has found preference even among the who’s who of India, including high profile dignitaries. The presence of old world buildings and bungalows are a testimony to it.

For anyone who loves hills, a trip to Ramgarh would be very rewarding. It has fruit orchards of plum, apricots, apples, and peaches among other varieties. Take them home or get them squeezed into juices, jams or squashes.
So much so, the Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore took such a fond liking to Ramgarh that he visited this place several times in his lifetime, and penned some compositions here. No wonder, the beauty of this destination is such that it fills the mind of an artist with creative inspiration.

Exploring Ramgarh

Once you are in Ramgarh, go for jungle walks in the woods. However, it is advisable to take along a local villager who knows the path well to avoid losing your path in the verdant forests. Exploring the green woods in Ramgarh is an unmissable activity. So, go for it. Reserve some time to visit Nathuakhan and Mukteshwar, both of which are breathtaking hill stations located closeby.

Nathuakhan
Located at a height of 6,365 feet above sea level, Nathuakhan is an ideal getaway for living nature's way. The picture-perfect ambiance of Nathuakhan is ideal to put your mind at rest. All in all, tourists would enjoy the simplicity of this place.

Mukteshwar
This hill station has been named after the ancient Shiva temple located here. The peaks of Nanda Devi, Nanda Kot, Trishul and Panchachuli are easily visible from Mukteshwar. Tourists can opt for rock climbing, rappelling and fruit picking here.

Where to stay

KMVN Tourist Rest House is one of the best accommodations in Ramgarh. It has well-kept rooms available at budget prices. The room tariff may vary from season to season. Contact the KMVN tourist rest house manager for prior bookings.

How to reach Ramgarh

By Air
Pantnagar airport is the closest airport located about 76 KM from Ramgarh. Flights from Delhi and other cities land at Pantnagar airport. From the airport exit gate, taxis are easily available for Ramgarh.

By Train
Kathgodam Railway station is the nearest railway station to Ramgarh. It is located 45 KM from the hill station. Two trains ply daily on the Delhi-Kathgodam route.

By Road
Ramgarh can be reached via road by taking a bus from ISBT Anand Vihar in New Delhi to Haldwani or Almora. From either of these destinations, taxi can be hired to reach Ramgarh.