Champawat, Uttarakhand is a very famous tourist destination and was also once the capital of the Chand rulers. Champawat is thus steeped in history, and has enormous religious significance as well. Indian mythology mentions this as the place where Lord Vishnu appeared as ‘Kurmavatar’ (incarnated as a tortoise).
Champawat is a destination that attracts many pilgrims due to the sheer number of temples located in the region which are beautifully constructed and carved, and some of them date back to the time of the Chand rulers.
The Nagnath temple which is dedicated to Kranteshwar Mahadev and Baleshwar temple in Champawat are a must visit destinations is Champawat. Baleshwar Temple, dedicated to the chief deity Lord Shiva is an important place that you must visit during your trip to the place which has a structure carved entirely out of stone.
Nearby location
Ek Hathiya Ka Naula:
Kranteshwar Mahadev:
Patal Rudreshwar:
Meetha Reetha Sahib:
Lohaghat:
By Flight
The nearest airport to Champawat is Pantnagar Airport situated 160kms away in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand state. Taxis are available from Pantnagar Airport to Champawat. Pantnagar is connected to Delhi with daily flights.
By Train
The nearest railhead to Champawat is Tanakpur situated at a distance of 60kms from Champawat. Taxis and buses are easily available from Tanakpur Railway Station to Champawat.
By Road
Champawat is well connected by motorable roads with major destinations of Uttarakhand state and northern India. Buses from ISBT Anand Vihar are available to Tanakpur, Champawat and many other destinations from where you can easily hire a local cab or bus to reach Champawat. Taxis and buses are easily available to Champawat from major destinations of Kumaon region..
City Facts
State: Uttarakhand
District: Champawat
Famous for/as: Historical
Languages: Kumaoni, Hindi
Best Season: Throughout the year
Weather: Summer 32 to 37°C,
Winter: 3 to 22°C
Altitude: 1610 m
Pincode: 262523
STD code: 05965