Tanakpur India | All updated information about Tanakpur city Tourism(2023) | DevDhamYatra
Known as the “Gateway to the Kumao Himalayas”, Tanakpur city is a small relaxed plain area nestled in the famous Champawat district of the beautiful himalayan state of Uttarakhand. Sharing its boundary with Nepal, Tanakpur is located at the banks of the River Sarda. It even holds the title of ‘gateway to the Purnagiri Temple’ which is just 30 kms from here. The city prides itself to be the 1st point in the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage & is well connected to National Highway 9. It is a business town also which is well connected with transport mediums and motorable roads.
History of Tanakpur city:
- The area between the Kali & Rapti were gifted to British East India Company by the Sangauli Treaty of 1815. Later, it was gifted back to Nepal in exchange of help by Jang Bahadur to suppress Sepoy Mutiny of 1857.
- In 1920 Sarda Treaty was initiated by Chandra Shamshere.
- In 1991 India & Nepal signed a Treaty on the Tanakpur Barrage, as a goodwill gesture.
Main highlights of Tanakpur city:
- Longitude & latitude: 29.074°N 80.109°E
- Climate: warm & temperate, with heavy rainfall throughout the year. Tanakpur city has been classified as ‘cfa’ according to koppen classification.
- Sea level: 262 mts above sea level
- Main food: Pahadi dishes like Chainsoo, Sisunak Saag, gahat dal, Kappa etc. Local sweet delicacies like Bal Mithai and Singauri, Bal mithai of Champawat, rajus samosa
- Main fruits: seasonal- apple, guava, banana, grapes etc
- Places to visit: purnagiri temple, Banbasa barrage, sharda ghat, shyamlatal
- Things to buy: Tamta copperware
Weather in Tanakpur city:
Summer: moderate weather. Starts from april till june. Temperature varies from 30 degrees max to 20 degrees min during summer. Monsoon: Tanakpur city is marked by heavy rainfalls from June, July and August. Winter: Winter at Tanakpur lasts from October to feb. This is the ideal time to visit Tanakpur since the temperature range is 39°F to 77°F.
How to reach Tanakpur:
- By air: Pantnagar airport 98 kms away Nainital. Taxis are available from airport to Tanakpur
- By Train: Well connected to all major Indian railway stations like Delhi, Lucknow, Kolkata
- By road: Tanakpur city is well connected to all major motorable roads of Uttarakhand & northern India. Buses from ISBT Anandvihar leave for Tanakpur. Tankapur to Champawat distance is 72.8 km 1 hr 57 mins.
Famous places to visit near Tanakpur:
Shyamlatal:
Situated in the Sharda Valley at an elevation of 1500 metres, it is 1.5 km scenic natural lake that forms an important part of Tanakpur tourism. Named to denote the color of hindu god lord Krishna, this lake is also famous for some rare roses. Tourists can enjoy boating amidst beautiful surroundings.
Banbasa Barrage & Range:
Offering spectacular views of the lake formed by it, this barrage is built on the Sharda river. Sprawling acres of park nearby is a perfect spot to enjoy picnics with the family. It is also spotted by an old Dak bungalow which transports the onlookers to memories of the past eras.
Purnagiri Temple:
Just a 3 km trek from Tunya will land you to this beautiful temple of Hindu importance as it is one of the 108 siddhapeeth. Its distance from tanakpur city is 30 kms. This is the very place where according to famous hindu mythology, father of goddess Sati, Daksha Prajapati organised a sacrificial ceremony to which lord shiva was not invited which eventually lead to self-immolation of Sati & the formation of sidha peeths.
Sharda Ghat: Also known as Ma Purnagiri Sharda Ghat, this is the ghat where people bathe before heading for Purnagiri temple as part of a cleansing ritual. Located conveniently near Tanakpur bus stand
Panchmukhi Mahadev Temple: Devoted to Lord Shiva this temple worships the panchmukhi or five faced avatar of shiva. Aarti timings are 7:00 to 7:30 pm
Shri Adhya Shakti Temple/Boom Temple: marked by sandy beaches and river rafting managed under govt. adventure programme.
8 miles: Famous amongst locals its a spot known for seasonal waterfalls
Some more Tanakpur tourist place:
- Nanakmatta
- Purani Jama mazjid
- Methodist Church
- Kanchanpur
- Gurudwara Sri Guru Singh Sahib
Famous tourist places near Tanakpur city:
- Khatima
- Nandhaur wildlife sanctuary & shivalik elephant reserve
- Lohaghat
- Pithoragarh
- Berinag
- Nainital
- Champawat: tanakpur to champawat distance is 72.8 km
List of Top 5 hotels in Tanakpur city:
- Hotel Reyansh
- Lushy Days Boom Camp
- Kmvn Tourist House.
- Hotel Rajshri
- Hotel Shaurya
Things to do in Tanakpur:
- Rafting: Being situated at the banks of the River Sharda, Tanakpur city offers many opportunities of adventure sports such as rafting & camping.
- Cycling & biking: Beginning from Champawat to onwards into the mountains via Tanakpur, this route is gradually becoming popular among motorcyclist enthusiasts.
- Nature walk: Situated in Chapawat District, the area is covered in lush greenery ideal for casual strolls amidst nature.
- Camping: owing to its location at the bank of river Sharda & forests, Tanakpur city has scope for camping as well
- Exploring nearby villages: what can be more perfect to dig more into the local authentic culture of a place than to visit the small beautiful nearby village hamlets themselves!
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