An old Katyuri town of carved stone temples, terraced hills, village markets, and living Kumaon heritage beneath open Himalayan skies.
About the place
Dwarahat preserves a remarkable group of stone temples associated with the Katyuri period, scattered through a working hill town and nearby settlements. Its architecture, old water sources and open valley setting make it rewarding for travellers interested in history, archaeology, village culture and the quieter routes of Kumaon.
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