Dwarahat Mela:
Situated in the wide valley of Ram Ganga (West), Dwarahat is 38 km from Ranikhet having a cluster of old temples. A hung fair is organized every year on Baisakhi Day.
Gananath Mela:
Situated at an elevation of 2,116 mts. above sea level, Gananath is 47 km from Almora and is known for its natural landscape. A fair is held here every year on Kartik Purnima (October / November), when thousands of pilgrims come to worship Lord Shiva and Ganesh. Childless couples also come here in large numbers to evoke blessings for the gift of a child.
Kasar Devi Mela:
The picturesque old part of the town is the venue for a fair held twice a year during the summer and winter months. Swami Vivekananda came to Almora and gained enlightenment in a small cave at Kasar Devi.
More Fair & Festival:
Almora, Dehradun, Haridwar, Narendra Nagar, Ranikhet, Tehri Garhwal, Badrinath, Gangolihat, Jageshwar, Pithoragarh, Rishikesh.
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