Haldwani - The Gateway of Kumaon
Haldwani is a well-developed city that features some of the prestigious educational institutions, lively cafes, and restaurants where one can spend a leisure evening with their loved ones. The days are warm but the evenings are cool here, you can stroll at the markets, have a shopping spree or explore the nightlife of the city.
One can also visit the Haidakhan Ashram; a popular pilgrim site located about 35 km east of Haldwani. The adventure enthusiasts can enjoy trekking in the wilderness, hiking or relish the bewitching views of the imperial Himalayas and the quaint valleys.
Haldwani Travel News
04 Mar 2025
Second Manora Bird Festival to Be Held in Haldwani
The second Manora Bird Festival, organized by the Wild Tuskers Society, will take place from Wednesday at Balot Resort, Suryajala, Nainital. The festival will feature renowned photographers, wildlife experts, and bird watchers from across India, aiming to promote tourism in Jyoli, Bhujiaghat, Suryajala, and Dogra of the Manora Range. Led by wildlife expert Vishal Thakur and bird guide Gani Shama from Gujarat, the event promises an enriching experience for bird lovers and nature enthusiasts.
03 Mar 2025
KEMU Bus Service Launched from Haldwani to Munsyari – Check Latest Fares
The Kumaon Motor Owners Union (KEMU) has started a new bus service from Haldwani to Munsyari, offering a convenient and affordable travel option for passengers. Aimed at boosting tourism in the hilly regions and improving transport facilities for locals, the service will operate daily.
The one-way fare for the journey has been set at Rs 640, making it an economical choice for travelers. The bus will depart from Haldwani at 5:00 AM, passing through Seraghat, Bedinagar, Thal, and Nachani, reaching Munsyari by evening. The return journey will begin the next day at 5:00 AM, benefiting passengers traveling to Almora, Haldwani, and nearby areas.
Activities in Haldwani
Shopping: Due to the growing urban population in Haldwani, many malls and shopping complexes have mushroomed at Haldwani. There are plenty of markets, bazaars, shopping malls in Haldwani where one can indulge in shopping for virtually anything.
Picnicking: There are few picnic spots in Haldwani here one could spend leisure time with his family and friends. Gaula Barrage in Haldwani is a picnicker’s paradise and an ideal place to get lost in the lap of Mother Nature.
Nightlife: The city doesn’t sleep early unlike other small cities and does have nightlife. There are bars and movie theatres that open late where one can get a drink with his friends or catch a late-night movie.
Staying in Haldwani
Known as ‘Gateway to Kumaon’, Haldwani is flocked with tourists all year round and hence plenty of accommodations mushroomed in Haldwani, which is the third-most populous city in Uttarakhand. One can find luxurious hotels and resorts with all modern facilities and amenities. For budget travelers, there are plenty of budget accommodations as well.
Haldwani Food Guide
There are many restaurants offering various delectable cuisines and dishes ranging from Indian and Mughlai to Greek and Continental cuisines. Popular fast-food chains like McDonald's, KFC, and Dominos are also available at Haldwani. Severed high-end hotels also have in-house restaurants at their premises. Smaller local roadside restaurants and eateries are also available in plenty at Haldwani.
History of Haldwani
Like other parts of Kumaon, Haldwani was also dominated by the Chand Dynasty. It later came into the hands of the Gorkhas and was soon snatched away by the British in 1816, when they defeated Gorkhas in the Anglo-Nepalese War of 1814-1816. When George William Trail became the Commissioner, he re-named Haldwani as Haldwani in 1834. Also, some of the British records suggest that Haldwani was established in 1834.
In 1882, Nainital was connected with Kathgodam by road and around 1883-84, the railway track was laid between Bareilly and Kathgodam. It was on April 24, 1884, that the first train arrived at Haldwani from Lucknow. It is the third-largest Municipal Council in Uttarakhand, after Dehradun and Haridwar.
More About Haldwani
Haldwani is idyllically situated between the hilly terrain of the Kumaon region and the Indo-Gangetic plains. It is also known for being the former trading point of Kumaon. The city has the biggest food, vegetable, and grain market in the Kumaon region. Owing to its favorable location, Haldwani is an important revenue center of Uttarakhand and serves as the base depot for goods in transit to the hills.
Haldwani Weather
Check out the Haldwani weather report for March
Haldwani Weather in March
The minimun and maximum temperature in March in Haldwani is 14°C and 26°C respectively. The weather is generally sunny and clear in March and you would feel pleasant throughout the day. Summer Clothes clothes are recommended for Haldwani in March.
What is Haldwani famous for?
Haldwani is famous among tourist as Business Hub, Markets, Gateway to Kumaon, City, Educational Town, Market, Shopping.
Haldwani is popular destination for following activities/ interests - Business Hub, Others, Shopping.
