Munsiyari

Description

Munsiyari is a town and Tehsil in the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand. Munsiyari is located at the foothills of the Himalayan mountains at an elevation of 2,200 meters. It provides panoramic views of the surrounding Himalayas. Gorgeous valleys and snow-clad mountains welcome you at Munsiyari. Munsiyari is an ideal destination for peace lovers escaping busy city life. Multiple mountain peaks are close to Munsiyari. Many treks start from Munsiyari, making it a great option for adventure lovers. Milam Glacier, Nanda Devi, and Panchchuli peaks are some of the mountains near Munsiyari. It is believed that the Pandavas stayed in this area before going to heaven. Munsiyari is part of the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. Snowfall in winter attracts many tourists here.

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Best Time to Visit Munsiyari

Munsiyari is best visited throughout the year due to its pleasant weather. July and August are the monsoon season, which can make driving difficult, but apart from the monsoon, you can visit it year-round. Winter is preferred by many due to the good snowfall.

closely located houses in a village in munsiyari

How to Reach Munsiyari

  • By Air - Pithoragarh is the nearest airport at 135 km, but flights are not regular. Pantnagar Airport is 300 km away, and the number of flights here is increasing. Delhi Airport is also a good option if you want a long trip including other destinations in Kumaon.
  • By Rail - Tanakpur and Kathgodam are the nearest railway stations for Munsiyari. Both are approximately a 7-hour drive from Munsiyari. Many tourists prefer Kathgodam due to other nearby hill stations.
  • By Road - Munsiyari can be reached from Delhi by multiple routes. The route via Delhi - Ghaziabad - Bazpur - Nainital - Almora - Binsar - Bageshwar - Munsiyari is approximately a 590 km drive. Another route is Delhi - Khatauli - Kashipur - Ramnagar - Ranikhet - Dwarahat - Bageshwar - Munsiyari, which is 560 km but less preferred. Pithoragarh is 135 km, Almora is 200 km, and Tanakpur is 285 km away.

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