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Visit Boom Range in Tanakpur

Boom Range

Sight Seeing
Boom range lies on the way to Purnagiri and is extremely popular for its white sand river bank. River Sharada flows by and pilgrims hold deep faith in this river and take a holy dip. Very near to this place is the Boom temple, colloquially called the Aadhya Shakti Peeth, enshrined by Guru Maa. Religious significance is not all that this destination holds, it also offers adventure such as rafting and camping. So if you are in a dilemma whether to make an adventure trip or a religious pilgrim, this is the right destination for you, as it offers both at a single destination. Boom range is only 25 km away from Purnagiri and about 100km from Champawat. The nearest railway station to Boom range is the Kathgodam railway station, which is at about 46 km. Probably this one of the very few destinations in India which can quench your religious thirst and satiate your adventurous inquisition as well.

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Visit Purnagiri Temple in Tanakpur

Purnagiri Temple

Temple
The Purnagiri Temple is colloquially called the Punyagiri, meaning the mountain of good deeds. A lot of devotees, travel till Thulligarh and from there opt to walk till the temple. If you choose to walk, you’ll have to trek about 3km, before reaching the temple. The trek definitely promises you of a wonderful time amidst dense greenery. It is placed at a location which is just about 20 kms from the Nepal border. The temple is elevated to a majestic height of 3000 mts above the sea level. There are two mountains that stand erect and proud and between them fows the kaali river. On one of those mountains is situated the popular Purnagiri or Punyagiri temple and on the other mountain is the Baba Siddh Nath temple. The Purnagiri mountain is flooded with shops and Dharamsalas, which provide the devotees a place to stay and complete their pilgrimage with peace and glee. The view of from the top of the Purnagiri is breath-taking, for you can see umpteen Nepali villages and the river streaming at fierce pace. The Valley of Purnagiri is fiendishly crowded during the Navratras of the month of Apil.

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Visit Sharda Ghat in Tanakpur

Sharda Ghat

Monument
This Ghat, well known as Maa Purnagiri Sharda Ghat, is located near the bus stand in Tanakpur. It is here that people bathe to cleanse themselves before visiting the revered Maa Purnagiri shrine which is close to the town. This Ghat is also utilized for performing Hindu religions ceremonies like ‘Mundan’ (ceremonial shaving of child’s first hair). For the locals, this Ghat also serves as a place of socialization. People come here to relax and spend time with friends. Hawkers are seen selling delicious ‘chaat’ along with other traditional snacks, adding to the joy of the visit.

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Visit Tanakpur Methodist Church in Tanakpur

Tanakpur Methodist Church

Church
This church was built in 1988 with donations from the Parish. It represents the cultural connect of Christianity in India, particularly in this region as it is today the only church in the area within the radius of about 25 Km. The walls of the church are decorated by cross and other symbols of Christianity.

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Why to travel Tanakpur

Tanakpur, which is located in the foothills of Himalays, in Northern part of India, is not only the gateway of Kumaon hills but also of the Purnagiri temple, which is about 30 km from Tanakpur. Just by the side of the Nepal border, Tankpur is a small and extremely clam and peaceful town. The fact that it’s located on the riverside of Sarada river, explains its serenity. Being a town on the borders of India, the town has national importance. Tanakpur has an elevation of around 255 meters. It has connectivity by air, rail and road. Though the Tanakpur has no airport of its own, Dehradun airport is the nearest. The reason behind the effective connectivity of Tanakpur to other prominent cities is its presence near the border and its precious market value. You’ll love the people of Tanakpur.

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