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	GIS overview of Uttaranchal State, India
		This committee is headed by the District Magistrate Almora and the Principal Investigator of the NRDMS Centre Almora is the Coordinator.
		For the preparation of the GIS database for the District Almora -an information need assessment workshop (Rawat,2000) was organized to prepare the list of information needs of the stakeholders of local level planning, i.e., the different line departments (forest, agriculture, horticulture, soil conservation, jal nigam, jal sansthan, public work department, irrigation, tourism, education and electricity).
		To sensitize the GIS technique among the local level planners, a District Coordination Committee is constituted in District Almora.
	www.gisdevelopment.net /technology/gis/ma04004pf.htm (1892 words)

	Analysis of Fragmentation and Anthropogenic Disturbances in the Himalayan Forests: Use of Remote Sensing and GIS
		Pine (Pinus roxburghii) showed extensive presence on the entire region of the district Almora due to various reasons which may vary from favourable climate, ecology (colonizer due to early successional nature of species), abiotic (landslides) to biotic (preference for this species by the state forest department for revenue generation).
		An elevational difference between ~500m and > 2500m amsl in the mountainous landscape of district Almora has produced a diversity in forest vegetation (Table 2); however, majority of the landscape falls in the altitudinal zone (~1000-1800m) favourable for pine (Pinus roxburghii) dominance in the Central Himalayan region.
		Table 2: Major Forest Types and their attributes in District Almora.
	www.gisdevelopment.net /aars/acrs/2000/ts6/fore0004pf.htm (2485 words)

	Hillore.com - Pilgrimage / Touririst Places / Culture / Peaks / Meadows / Bhotantic / Hotels / Accomodations in Uttaranchal ( Garhwal / Kumaon )
		Almora district is the most populated district of
		Almora town is famous for it’s Ponds, Brooks (Naula and Dhara, natural sources of water) and Temples.
		Almora is birth place of several famous Freedom Fighters, Politicians, Intellectuals, Technocrats, Bureaucrats, Astrologers, Poets, writers and even magicians (Prof K C Pande).
	www.hillore.com /HTML/almora.htm (352 words)

	Almora
		Almora district of India, which is also called a land of Gods and Goddess.
		The picturesque district of Almora is a fine combination of scenic Himalayan mountain beauty, ancient cultural, Customs, Traditions, thickly wooded forests, scenic valleys, quaint cottages, gushing rivers and many more...............................
		Almora is also rich in heritage, Color full in culture, peaceful and loving in people's nature.
	www.geocities.com /dunagiritemple (251 words)

	ALMORA - LoveToKnow Article on ALMORA
		The DISTRICT or ALMORA was constituted in 1891, together with Naini Tal, by a redistribution of the two former districts of Kumaon and the Tarai.
		Almora is also celebrated as the scene of the British victory which terminated the war with Nepal in April 1815, and which resulted in the evacuation of Kumaon by the Gurkhas and the annexation of the province by the British.
		To properly cite this ALMORA article in your work, copy the complete reference below:
	www.1911encyclopedia.org /A/AL/ALMORA.htm (232 words)

	1Up India > Indian Hillstations > Hill Stations in India > Almora - Uttar Pradesh
		Presently the city is headquarters of District Almora in the state of Uttar Pradesh with population size of 27,000, it is also an important market town and administrative centre with an agriculture research station.
		Is 47 km from Almora and is famous for it's cave and the Shiva temple.
		Almora, a small town which is built on Kashaya Hill, as mentioned in the Hindu scripture, the "skanda Purana".
	www.1upindia.com /hillstations/almora.html (1130 words)

	Kumaonindia.com
		This pilgrim town close to Kausani (38 Kms) with a number of highly revered temples was once a trading centre, and now is the base for treks to Pindari, Kafni and Sunderdhunga glaciers (all in Almora district).
		Almora 67 km from Nainital is famous for its exquisite temples and a rich medley of fairs and festivals.
		Almora also offers the visitor a healthy selection of treks, which combine the pleasures of sightseeing with the spirit of adventure, such as the treks to Binsar — 30 km, and to Jageshwar — 34 km.
	www.kumaonindia.com /almora.htm (629 words)

	The Tribune...Saturday Plus Head
		Kafni and Sunderdhunga glaciers (all in Almora district).
		At Almora, you can feel the traditional ambience when you catch a glimpse of tiled-roof houses and paved streets with the panoramic view of the Trishul peaks in the north.
		Situated at an elevation of 5400 feet, Almora was founded in 1560 by the Chand ruler, Balo Kalyan Chand.
	www.tribuneindia.com /1999/99jul24/saturday/head12.htm (1309 words)

	Almora Travel,Almora Tourism,U.P. Travel,U.P. Tourism,Up Tours,Almora Tours,Trekking in Uttar Pradesh,Adventure Tours India
		A rich medley of fairs and festivals of Almora beautifully predict the multihued lifestyle of the hills of U.P. This hilly district offers visitors a selection of treks, which combine the pleasures of sight seeing with the thrill of adventure.
		Almora is a place that can be visited any time of the year, yet the summer season between the months of March to June is the best.
		Click here to Book this hotel in Almora now...
	www.lawrenceindia.com /uttar-pradesh/almora.html (228 words)

	Home
		Praveen Pathak's family is from Almora and Pithoragarh district.
		Oswal is from Almora but settled in Mumbai from last 20 year but loves his Uttranchal
		Rekha Soami is from Almora, she joined the group as she want to know more
	www.kumaoni.com /Members4.html (256 words)

	ALMORA, India - for the best of Himalayas, treks and tourism
		Almora, a picturesque district in the Kumaun region, East of Uttaranchal in India, with a breathtaking panoramic view of Himalayas, summons tourists worldwide to its alluring grandeur of natural beauty.
		Famous for its rich cultural heritage, unique handicrafts, sumptuous cuisine and magnificent wildlife, coupled with an easy accessibility, Almora promises its tourists a visit full of fun and unforgettable moments.
		ALMORA, India - for the best of Himalayas, treks and tourism
	almora.nic.in (71 words)

	BID DOCUMENT
		Office of the General Manager Telecom District Almora
	www.almora.bsnl.co.in /ten_ug.htm (33 words)

	volume9(2)
		M.N. and R.A.K. Petrology and Genesis of Chiphaldi Phosphorite Deposit, District Tehri Garhwal, U.P. D.RAI, APURVA KUMAR and I.P. On the occurrence of Scheelite in Almora Crystalline Kumaun Himalaya, U.P. CHOUBEY and KEWAL K. On the occurrence of
		GUPTA and V.K.S. Petrology and Metamorphism of the Bhagirathi Valley, Central Crystallines, District Uttarkashi, U.P. Lapilli Structure and its Significance on Palaeo-Environment of Khardung Volcanics, Ladakh, India
		Titanomagenetite in the Ladakh Granite, Ladakh Northwest Himalaya
	www.himgeology.com /pubvolumns/volume9(2).htm (33 words)

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		But, on 13th October, 1891, Naini Tal district was formed by combining the Tarai and Bhabar area, with certain hill patties which were formerly included in what was known as Kumaun district which thereafter came to be known as Almora, the three districts of Almora, Naini Tal and Garhwal constituted the Kumaun Division.
		2.25.94 In 1930, Pilibhit district was excluded from the Kumaun Sessions Division and the Court of the District and Sessions Judge of Kumaun was established at Naini Tal.
		The standards and ideals of justice were maintained in each kingdom, inspite of political divisions, the unity of civilisation was preserved, and the fundamental principles of law and procedure were applied throughout the country.
	www.kar.nic.in /fnjpc/h-UP.html (33 words)

	Uttranchal: Archeology
		In the hills of Garhwal, the main centre of cave painting is district Chamoli, Where these painting are near village "Dungri" (which is 6 km ahead from Chamoli towards Badrinath via "Chinka").
		Baghnath temple (Bageshwar), Patal Devi temple (Shail, Almora), Ancient Graveyards (Jashkot), Maharudreshwar Temple complex (Khunt),Jageshwar (Almora), Joshimath (Chamoli), Pandukeshwar (Chamoli), Adi Badri (Chamoli),Baijnath (Bageshwar), Katarmal (Almora), Nanda Devi (Almora), Dwarahat (Almora) are some of the important Temple-Complexes in Uttranchal, which are splended examples of "Chand" and "Katuyari" architecture.
		There are several caves at Kasardevi (Almora) where the paintaings are made of Red colour.
	www.himalayanhills.com /archeology.html (33 words)

	Open Directory - Regional:Asia:India:Uttaranchal:Districts
		The districts of Chamoli, Rudraprayag and Tehri Garhwal in North, Bijnor and Udhamsingh Nagar in South, Almora and Nainital in East, Dehradun and Haridwar in West ring this district.
		Champawat district flanks it in the east and district of Pauri Gahwal is in the west.
		Its neighbouring districts are Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Pauri, Rudraprayag and Dehradun.
	dmoz.org /Regional/Asia/India/Uttaranchal/Districts/desc.html (33 words)

	city guide, city tour, travel destinations in india - Goamit Holidays
		Geographically, Almora is bound by the district of Pithoragarh in the east, the district of Garhwal in the west, the district of Bageshwarin in the north and in the south by Nainital district.
		Situated in the foothills of the western Himalayas in the districts of Nainital and Pauri Garhwal, the park spans across some 920.9 square kilometres at an altitude of 600 to 1,100 metres.
		By 1858, Nainital became a well-known hill station, and within a few years it became the summer seat of the provincial government.
	www.goamit.com /cityguide_nainital.html (1232 words)

	Uttaranchal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The tourism industry is a major contributor to the economy of Uttaranchal, with the Raj era hill-stations at Mussoorie, Almora, Ranikhet and Nainital being some of the most frequented destinations.
		Indian National Parks in Uttaranchal include the Valley of Flowers National Park and Nanda Devi National Park in Chamoli District, Jim Corbett National Park in Nainital District, Rajaji National Park in Haridwar District, and Govind Pashu Vihar National Park and Gangotri National Park in Uttarkashi District.
		Two of India's mightiest rivers, the Ganga and the Yamuna take birth in the glaciers of Uttaranchal, and are fed by myriad lakes, glacial melts and streams in the region.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Uttaranchal (1232 words)

	Hillore.com - Pilgrimage / Touririst Places / Culture / Peaks / Meadows / Bhotantic / Hotels / Accomodations in Uttaranchal ( Garhwal / Kumaon )
		aid to be the land of Ghatochkatch (son of Hidimba and Bhim), Golu (Lord of land) and Chamu Devta (Lord of Live Stock), Champawat district was carved out in 1997 from Pithoragarh district, bordering Nepal in the east, Nainital in the west, Udamsingh Nagar in the south and Almora and Pithoragarh in the north.
		Famous temple of Goddess Punyagiri situated on a hilltop and is visited by millions of devotees in the month of March/April, famous Sikh pilgrim Reetha Sahib, Gorakhnath Ki Dhuni, ancient temple of Golu Devta at Golchaur are located in the district.
		75 Km Champawat was the first capital of Chand Rajas and is now district headquarters.
	hillore.com /HTML/champawat.htm (1232 words)

	Ethnologue report for India
		Northern Gujarat, Banaskantha District, Danta taluk; Sabarkantha District, Poshina taluk.
		Central Kumauni is in Almora and northern Nainital, Northeastern Kumauni is in Pithoragarh, Southeastern Kumauni is in Southeastern Nainital, Western Kumauni is west of Almora and Nainital.
		Considered to be dialects of one language with Chaudangsi and dialects in Chhanguru and Tinker districts of Nepal.
	www.ethnologue.com /show_country.asp?name=India (1232 words)

	ALMORA, India - for the best of Himalayas, treks and tourism
		Almora, a picturesque district in the Kumaun region, East of Uttaranchal in India, with a breathtaking panoramic view of Himalayas, summons tourists worldwide to its alluring grandeur of natural beauty.
		ALMORA, India- for the best of Himalayas, treks and tourism
		Famous for its rich cultural heritage, unique handicrafts, sumptuous cuisine and magnificent wildlife, coupled with an easy accessibility, Almora promises its tourists a visit full of fun and unforgettable moments.
	almora.nic.in (71 words)

	India Travelog: Kumaon : Trekking Itineraries - I
		Kumaon has three distinct trekking regions: the foothills of the Himalayas of the Nainital district and the lake area; the hill areas of Almora, Ranikhet, Kausani, Chowkori and Pithoragarh: the Himalayan glacier area of the Kumaon hills.
		Once again, the closeness of the snow mountains is irresistible on this trail 30 km from Almora at Binsar which has a Forest Rest House and KMVN accommodation.
		Forest Rest House at Shitalakhet and good accommodation at Almora and Ranikhet, which is also the headquarters of the famous Kumaon Regiment.
	www.iw.sify.com /travel/trekking/trek6-kumaon.html (651 words)

	India Travelog: Kumaon : Trekking Itineraries - I
		Kumaon has three distinct trekking regions: the foothills of the Himalayas of the Nainital district and the lake area; the hill areas of Almora, Ranikhet, Kausani, Chowkori and Pithoragarh: the Himalayan glacier area of the Kumaon hills.
		The hill areas of Almora, Ranikhet, Kausani, Chowkori and Pithoragarh are ideal for the older trekker, and for students.
		Once again, the closeness of the snow mountains is irresistible on this trail 30 km from Almora at Binsar which has a Forest Rest House and KMVN accommodation.
	www.iw.sify.com /travel/trekking/trek6-kumaon.html (651 words)

	Ethnologue report for India
		Central Kumauni is in Almora and northern Nainital, Northeastern Kumauni is in Pithoragarh, Southeastern Kumauni is in Southeastern Nainital, Western Kumauni is west of Almora and Nainital.
		Considered to be dialects of one language with Chaudangsi and dialects in Chhanguru and Tinker districts of Nepal.
		Arunachal Pradesh, Kameng District, Thrizino circle, 15 villages, mainly in villages of Dijungania, Jamiri, Puragaon; between Monpa on the west and the Tani languages on the east.
	www.ethnologue.com /show_country.asp?name=India (651 words)

	Pindari Glacier
		Perhaps the best known trekking route in Kumaun, earlier located in Almora district and now in newly created Bageshwer district, the trail follows the Pindar river to it's source on the glacier are Nandakot (6,860 m), Chhanguch (6,322 m) and Nandaghunti (6,310 m).
		On the east and west of Pindari glacier are the Kaphni, at the foot of Nandakot and Sunderdhunga glaciers.
		Further west at the snout of the Namik glacier rises the Ramganga river.
	ua.nic.in /almora/pin.htm (651 words)

	Bhramanti Himalayan Treks
		Panchachuli Glacier is situated in Darma valley of Pithoragarh district.The road head for Panchachuli glacier is sobla near dharchula 270km from Almora, 332 km from Nainital and 350km from Kathgodam.
		Pindari and Kafni Glacier is situated in Pindar valley of Bageshwar district.
		Pindari glacier which is 3km long and ¼ km broad connected to the South Western slope of outer wall of Nanda Devi sanctuary.
	www.bhramanti.com /himtrek04.html (651 words)

	Nainital. Agra. Tatet
		It is located in the Kumaun division and is flanked on the north by the Almora district and on the south by the Udham Singh Nagar district.
	tatet.com /search-nainital.html (90 words)

	======>> ABOUT UTTARANCHAL <<=======
		Pithoragarh, the headquarter-town of the district of very name, is located in sprawling vballey which has charm of its own, is one of the lovelist in the Uttar Praddesh hills.
		Almora is situatead at an elevation of 5400 ft in the Kumaon Hills, Almora is known for it's healthy climate.It is perched atop the 5 km long saddle shaped ridge of Kashya Hill which is mentioned in ancient scriptures.
		Champawat, the ancient capital of the Katyuri and Chand Rajas, is an idyllic resort located in the lush Champa Valley of Kumaon.
	www.uttaranchal.20m.com /about1.html (90 words)

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