About KHALIYA TOP|| know everything about KHALIYA TOP TREK/ Devdham yatra.
KHALIYA TOP is located nearby a small town known as Munsiyari in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. Munsiyari is situated in the Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand state. Khaliya top is one of the hot destinations among trekkers. Khaliya Top is a nomadic meadow surrounded by snow-capped peaks offering a picturesque view. Khaliya Top, known to be the highest point in Munsyari is situated at an altitude of around 3500 meters from where one can enjoy spectacular views of the snow-clad Himalayan peaks including Panchachuli, Nanda Devi, Hardeol, Rajrambha, and also the Milam valley. The Khaliya -top trek can be advanced by covering a 6 km distance from Balanti farms. It is one of the best treks for beginners.
Main highlights of khaliya top.
- Longitude and Latitude: 0601° N, 80.1886° E
- Weather: snowy, sunny, cloudy, rainy
- Sea level: 3500 m
- Main food: all pahadi dishes
- How to reach: by car, bus, and bike.
- Difficulty: easy.
- District: Pithoragarh
- State: Uttarakhand
- Trek distance: 6-7 km
- Famous for: Trekking, camping
How to reach Khaliya top.
The road is well connected to Munsyari only.
By air:
Pantnagar is the nearest airport to Munsyari which is about 346 km away.
By train.
Tanakpur the railway station is the nearest railway station which is 283 by road.
By bus.
Public buses are always there for Munsyari. If you are traveling from outside of Uttarakhand you can take a bus from kathgodam(Haldwani).
By car:
The road is connected to Muynsyari.
Distance chart to Munsyari from different cities.
- Delhi to munsiyari: 552 kms
- Ghaziabad to munsiyari: 521kms
- Noida to munsiyari: 538 kms
- Meerut to munsiyari: 495 kms
- Chandigarh to munsiyari: 688 kms
- Dehradun to munsiyari: 445 kms
- Rishikesh to munsiyari: 400 kms
- Haridwar to munsiyari: 390 kms
Nearby places to visit in Khaliya top.
Birthi fall:
It is situated 35 km away from Munsiyari, it offers a mesmerizing view and a feel of a refreshing experience. It falls from 126 m and is an ideal place to sit.
Maheshwari Kund:
Situated a few km away from Munsiyari, it is a freshwater lake offering picturesque views with relaxing vibes.
Betulidhar:
Situated at a height of 9500 ft a perfect place to witness sunrise and sunset.
Darkot:
A small village 6 km away from Munsiyari is a paradise for shoppers. One can look for pashmina shawls and sheep wool blankets.
Top hotels in khaliya top.
There are no hotels in Kaliya top as it is a trekking paradise. You can have a hotel in Munsiyari. One can opt for camping in Khaliya top.
- Milamm in
- Vedica homestay
- Kaaphal hill
Things to do in Khaliya top.
Camping:
Camping in Khaliya top is everyone’s dream, it is the most favorable place among tourists.
Photography:
A paradise for photography lovers. Snow-capped mountains, lush green valleys, Himalayan ranges, meadows, sunset, and sunrise are the things a photographer would love to capture.
Bird watching:
A huge variety of birds that can be spotted here makes this place the favorite among bird-watching lovers. Little pied flycatcher, Black Redstart, Streaked Laughing Thrush, Himalayan Woodpecker, Verditer flycatcher, Grey-winged Blackbird, Scaley Billed Woodpecker, Black-lored Titare are some of the species that can see here.
Skiing:
Khaliya is also a popular site for skiing in winters.
What is khaliya top famous for?
Khaliya top is famous among tourists for trekking, camping, skiing.