Kashipur – Uttarakhand

Once you will visit this place, you will surely have an incredible travel experience. This place is surrounded by various worshipping temples.

Kashipur, Uttarakhand is a city in Udham Singh district with a population of 121,623 and is located at an elevation of 218m. The most common language spoken here is Hindi and Kumaoni. Kashipur is the sixth most populous city in Uttarakhand. If you and your family are planning to spend a weekend here, believe me, you will definitely enjoy it.

HOW TO REACH KASHIPUR

You can reach Kashipur by your own vehicle or can go by regular train. Being the oldest city, Kashipur is not connected to major cities in terms of flight.

HISTORICAL OR MYTHOLOGICAL CONNECTION 

The myth about Kashipur is believed that it is said to exist during the period of Ramayana and was believed to be the capital of Guru Dronacharya.

WHAT PLACES TO VISIT IN KASHIPUR??

You can start your sightseeing by first worshipping the temples.

CHAITI DEVI TEMPLE

This temple is located in Udham Singh Nagar, Kashipur. This temple is believed to be from the Mahabharata era. During ‘Navratra’ every year a fair is held where lakh of pilgrims come to visit.

GIRI SAROVAR LAKE

This is a beautiful lake in Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar district. This is one of the picnic spots for tourists which remain crowded due to its natural beauty and greenery.

GOVISHAN FORT

It is known as the Dronacharya palace. If we talk about the environment, a soothing and relaxing environment makes these places even more beautiful.

DRONA SAGAR LAKE

Drona Sagar Lake is in the Udham Singh Nagar district. This lake is connected to the Mahabharata era. You can enjoy the beautiful sunset of this place which is mesmerizing.

GURUDWARA SHRI NANKANA SAHIB

It is gurudwara in Kashipur, Uttarakhand. The gurudwara is said to be linked with the first Guru, Guru Nanak Dev. Langer is held here all over 24 hours with Kurbani kirtan.

BEST TIME TO VISIT KASHIPUR

During the winter season, it is the best season to visit probably during the month of October to March.

WHAT AESTHETIC PLACES TO VISIT NEAR KASHIPUR

Some of the weekend gateways to visit near Kashipur are-

KINNAUR

Kinnaur is beautiful to visit if you are planning a trip away from Kashipur. This play holds the view of several valleys like Zanskar valley, Chitkul

HARIDWAR

Haridwar is the main pilgrimage site that remains crowded during Kumbh Mela. People from all over India visit at this time.

DEHRADUN

Dehradun is main city of Uttarakhand. Due to its amazing places people keep visiting here.

RISHIKESH

Rishikesh is the main centre of meditation and yoga. After Kashipur, it is the seventh most populous city of Uttarakhand.

NAINITAL

Nainital is known as the city of lakes because it is surrounded by a number of lakes by its sides. This city is famous for doing adventure.

WHAT ACTIVITIES YOU CAN ENJOY IN KASHIPUR??

ADVENTURE KARO IN KASHIPUR- This is located near Vishnoi Sabha, Gautam Nagar, Kashipur. You can enjoy several adventures activities like Safari, Rafting, Camping, etc.

CORBETT WATER FUN PARK

It is on N Eastern Railway Line, opposite The Bliss Hotel, Kashipur. It is the best water park to enjoy swimming. It includes water slides for all age groups.

STREET FOOD IN KASHIPUR

You must be hungry right!!! Let’s taste some delicious and tasty food in Kashipur.

COTTAGE CHEESE PATTIES-

You must try out the cottage cheese patties here. This place is not only famous for its cottage cheese patties but also for its puff, and egg-free pastries.

LOCATION- Doon Bakers, Opposite Surya ultrasound Bazpur Road, Kashipur.

LIVE TAWA ROLL ICECREAM- 

It is like a food hub including various styles of Maggi, coffee and shakes.

LOCATION- Quick Moods, Dev Bazaar, Opposite Ava’s Vikas Gate, Bazpur Road, Kashipur.

MOMOS- 

The place here is famous for Momos. Momos are of best quality. Generally, people who comes here prefers momos over other things.

LOCATION- Yug fast food corner, Nagnath Mandir Road, Kashipur.

ALIGARH KACHORI-

This place is famous for chaap, tandoori momos. 

LOCATION- Tehsil Road, Kashipur.

PLACES TO EXPLORE MARKET IN KASHIPUR 

Shopping is a must when you visit new places.

SUNDAY MARKET- It is a market in Kandeshwari, Kashipur, Uttarakhand. This market is famous for curtains, carpet, and blankets.

KILA BAZAR-

KILA bazar is in Main Bazar Road, Kashipur. Here the prices of items are low and you can do bargaining here and reduce the amount of product. The place here is famous for electrical items such as fans, cd, dvd, bluetooth, etc.

VISHAL MEGA MART-

It is near Srs Mall ground floor, Ratan Cinema Road, Kashipur. In Vishal Mega Mart you could find all household accessories, clothes, everything related to daily use.

HOTELS AND HOMESTAYS TO STAY IN KASHIPUR-

HOTEL GAUTAMI HEIGHTS- This hotel is located near Kharagpur, Devipura, Kashipur. The famous attraction like Chaiti Devi temple, Giri Sarovar are very close to this hotel. Guest can enjoy various facilities like internet, room service, parking space, etc.

CHARGES- 2054/- approx.

HOTEL KUMAON PLAZA- This hotel is around 2.7km from Gautami Heights. The atmosphere here is pleasant and it feels like home. The facilities here are Wi- fi coverage, Air Conditioned room, Direct satellite television.

CHARGES- 1871/- approx.

NARAIN’s HOMESTAYS- This homestay is around 3km from Gautami Heights. You can enjoy a clear view of mountains and snow from here. The surroundings are lush green and covered with greenery from all sides.

CHARGES- 1880/- approx.

ANAND VILLA HOMESTAY- This location is around 2.8km from Gautami Heights. This homestay is a bit expensive but is worth it.

CHARGES- 7500/- approx.

HOTEL ANANYA REGENCY- Hotel is around 3.9 km away from Gautami Heights. The property is friendly and has a wide entryway.

CHARGES- 2461/-approx.

EDUCATION FACILITIES IN KASHIPUR

As education is an important part of every child, and for that education schools and colleges help us to shape our future.

Top schools in Kashipur

DRONA HIGH SCHOOl- 

Established- 2006

School type- Day scholar

DRONA High School is an English medium school in Kashipur. Co-curriculum activities are mandatory in this school. Festivals like Diwali, Dussehra, and Christmas are celebrated enthusiastically.

TEMPLETON COLLEGE, KASHIPUR- 

Established- 2001

Affiliation- CBSE, New Delhi.

School type- Boarding School.

This school provides education from class 1 to Xll. Besides providing education, this school also focuses on the talent of the student for their bright future.

MARIA ASSUMPTA CONVENT SCHOOL- 

Established- 1988

Affiliation- CBSE, New Delhi.

School type- Day scholar.

It is a senior secondary school in Kashipur, Uttarakhand. The name of the school as itself signifies that it is a Christian school and has a church inside the campus as well.

MEDICAL FACILITIES IN KASHIPUR

CHAMUNDA HOSPITAL- It is a general hospital in Kashipur, Uttarakhand. This hospital is having ita best staff and best treatment.

MP MEMORIAL HOSPITAL- Located in Ramnagar Road, opposite to government hospital, Kashipur, Uttarakhand. This hospital has a clinic with all modern equipment.

AYUSHMAN MULTI SPECIALITY HOSPITAL- This is opposite Kukku Tyre house, Moradabad Road, near Dhela pul, Kashipur, Uttarakhand. This is one of the best hospitals in Kashipur with fully expert doctors.

Article Credit: Amisha Rawat