Binsar - Bird Watching Paradise
From the benedictory hills, beautiful orchards, mumbling streams to the enchanting meadows one can find everything at Binsar. It is here that you can admire the varied, playful birds cheekily noticing your whereabouts from every nook and cranny.
The main attraction of Binsar is the 300 kms of majestic and panoramic view of Himalayan peaks from Binsar Zero point.
The travelers can visit the complex of Jageshwar, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas located about 50 km from Binsar or enjoy recreational activities such as birding and photography at the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. Apart from this, the popular tourist attractions located in the vicinity of Binsar includes the Bineshwar Mahadev Temple, Zero Point, Binsar Sanctuary Museum, and the Kasar Devi Temple.
Enlighten yourself about Binsar
Binsar is a small town adorned on the Jhandi hills of Kumaon. Although the weather is always pleasant here but the best time to visit this place is between the months of October-November. One of the not to miss event is the Nanda Devi festival, the auspicious festivals of Binsar showcasing the close knit of people with their rich culture.
Staying in Binsar
Compared to other hill stations, Binsar is a lesser-known tourist destination among tourists. Nevertheless, the pristine natural beauty that one witness at Binsar and the 300-degree Himalayan panorama is unparallel.
Due to its secluded location, there are only a handful (but some of the best in Uttarakhand) of accommodations available at Binsar. However, one can easily find a place to stay at Almora which is 33 kms from Binsar or on the Binsar-Amora highway.
Binsar Food Guide
Due to its inaccessibility, there are no restaurants in Binsar. However you can get meals in various hotels and resorts in Binsar or around Binsar.
History of Binsar
Binsar was the summer capital of the Chand Dynasty who ruled over the Kumaon region from 11th to 17th century A.D. The place proudly exhibits the ancient Shiva temple called Bineshwar Mahadevwhich was built in 16th century A.D. by Raja Kalyan Chand of Chand dynasty.
In the older days people came from far-flung villages, trekking on paths they themselves created to pay homage to Bineshwar Mahadev.
Mythology about Binsar
The name Binsar has been derived from the words 'bin-sar' which literally suggests without ahead. There is a famous local legend which states that once a fierce battle held between the King of Binsar and Golu Devta, the local deity. But due to some skepticism, Golu Devta was beheaded and his trunk fell at Gairad Dana Golu near Binsar National Park and his head at Kaparkahan near Binsar. Both these places have the ancient temples of Golu Devta.
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary was setup in 1988, is spread over an area of 45.59 kms, is rich in its flora and fauna. The sanctuary has been declared an 'Important Bird Area by Bird Life International' as there are more than 200 species of birds in the sanctuary, including Forktail, Blackbirds, Laughing Thrush, Kalij Pheasant, Nuthatches, Parakeets and Monal.
The dense Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary is the home of 200 bird species, Barking Deer, Himalayan bear, leopard, fox, musk deer, langur, porcupine, flying squirrel, chital, jungle cat etc.
Binsar Sanctuary Entry Tickets
An entry ticket of Rs. 40 per person and Rs. 50 for a car has to be paid at the entry point of Binsar. Electricity is limited in Binsar region so as to prevent the exploitation and degradation of natural beauty.
What is Binsar famous for?
Binsar is famous among tourist as Hill Station, Weekend Getaway, Cantonment Area, Bird Sanctuary, Birding, Secluded.
Binsar is recommended destination for Couples, Foreigners, Groups, Solo.
Binsar is popular destination for following activities/ interests - Adventure, Biking, Bird Watching, Camping, Emerging Destinations, Hiking, Hill Station, Leisure, National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries, OffBeat, Romantic, Weekend Getaway, Wildlife Tourism.
