You can find the hill station of Binsar amidst the Kumaon Himalayas and it lies at a distance of 26 Km from Almora. Here you find rich and green meadows of alpine as well as wild flowers. Apart from the breathtaking view of the Himalayas, you can explore a plenty of tourist places to visit in Binsar. In the past, this hill station was ruled by the Chand Raj Kings. This hill station is marked with extreme serenity and the beauty is also completely enthralling. There are a number of attractions that Binsar is dotted with that you confront while being on your Binsar tour. A list of some of them is given below:
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
This wildlife sanctuary is a home to a variety of bird species that are 200 in number. Moreover, you also come across the sight of a number of wild animals such as Himalayan Bear, Langur, Fox, Leopard, Porcupine, Braking Deer, Wild Boars, Chital, Panthers, Flying Squirrels, etc. Amidst the wildlife sanctuary, you find dense forests.
Bineshwar Mahadev Temple
The deity who is worshipped here is Lord Shiva. The temple belongs to the 13th century and it was built by the King Kalyan of the Chand Dynasty. The architecture of this temple is quite beautiful that is more than enough to catch your eyes.
Pariyadeva Pashan
This is an amazing attraction in Binsar consisting of relics that belong to the Magalithic Age. The relic is marked with long stone as well as cup marks. The place is surrounded with rich flora and fauna. Moreover, you also come across the sight of mountain ranges.
Khali Estate
You find this estate in the middle of the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. As you visit this estate, you get amused with the chirping of birds. And in the middle of peace and serenity, you enjoy the charm of this place that gets ameliorated by the view of the Himalayan ranges. In the vicinity of this place, you find amazing villages that are a part of your Binsar holiday tour.
Zero Point
Zero Point lies in the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. It is the highest point from where you all can have a glimpse of some of the most amazing Himalayan mountain peaks. Nanda Devi, Kedarnath, Trishul as well as Shivling can be viewed from here and therefore enjoy to the fullest while being on your Binsar tour.
Golu Devta Temple
One can spot this sacred temple at a distance of 4 Km from the Binsar wildlife Sanctuary. The temple is dedicated to the Kumaon Deity and it is a common belief of the people that people get instance with the help of Golu Devta. The prayers sung for Golu Devta are done for nine days.