Rudrapur

Rudrapur is known as the "Gateway to Kumaon" due to its rich history, spirituality, and rustic allure. It is a contemporary metropolis with a heritage stretching back 500 years. It's 267 kilometres from Delhi and 76.8 kilometres from Nainital. There are many interesting locations to check out in this city. Lake Paradise, Devbhoomi Adventure Land, Nanak Matta, GularBhoj Dam, Atariya Temple and many more are just a few of the many attractions in the city. In addition, the city's tourist attractions are easy to reach because of its well-developed transportation network. You may take a bus into the city and enjoy the peaceful scenery and abundant flora along the way.

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Things To See & Do

Gularbhoj

Gularbhoj

Charming hamlet in Uttarakhand
Gularbhoj is a tiny hamlet in the Udham Singh Nagar District's Gadarpur Block in Uttarakhand's Kumaon Division. This area is home to the well-known Gularbhoj Dam, also called the Haripura Dam, which is used for irrigation.

3 to 4 hours

Suggested Time

Atariya Temple

Atariya Temple

Dedicated to Goddess Durga
Rudrapur is home to a famous temple dedicated to the goddess Durga. A lot of tourists go all the way to Rudrapur only to check out the scared mela at the Atariya Temple. This holy site is conveniently situated next to the Nainital Highway. Legends and tales of its exploits stretch back through the ages. The spiritual aspirations of the devotee who receives darshan at the temple will be fulfilled.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Chaiti Devi, Moteshwar Mahadev Temple

Chaiti Devi, Moteshwar Mahadev Temple

Sacred place of worship
The Kashipur-Bajpur highway passes right by the Chaiti Devi, Moteshwar Mahadev Temple, which is about 2.5 kilometres from the Kashipur bus terminal. These sacred grounds are also known as the Temple of Mata Bal Sundari Devi. One of Mata Sati's 51 Shakti Peethas, Mata Bal Sundari Devi is a place of great spiritual power.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Drona Sagar Lake

Drona Sagar Lake

Crystal-clear lake amid lush greenery
Kashipur, in the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, is home to the beautiful Drona Sagar Lake. The lake is linked with Tutor Dronacharya, the royal guru of the Kauravas and Pandavas in the epic Mahabharatha. Legend has it that the Pandavas constructed Drona Sagar Lake as Guru Dakshina for their Guru Dronacharya. According to the Puranas, the water of Drona Sagar is just as sacred as the water of the Ganga (holy texts).

3 to 4 hours

Suggested Time

Giri Taal

Giri Taal

Picture-perfect lake amid nature
This beautiful body of water is located in the Udham Singh Nagar area. Among the best picnic areas in all of Uttarakhand. Giri Taal Lake certainly tops the list.

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

Lake of Paradise

Lake of Paradise

Nestled on the banks of Kalyani River
The Lake of Paradise in Rudrapur is a popular tourist destination due to its prime location on the banks of the Kalyani River. There is a man-made lake on the road between Rudrapur and Kichaa.

3 to 4 hours

Suggested Time

Panch Mandir

Panch Mandir

Revered Hindu temple
A stunning Hindu temple located just two kilometres away, the Panch Mandir is also known as the Laxmi Narayan Temple. Inside this temple, the compound is five separate temples, each one devoted to a different deity. The worship of Vishnu and Lakshmi at the Laxmi Narayan Temple.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Nanak Matta Gurudwara

Nanak Matta Gurudwara

Holy site for Sikhs
An essential stop for Sikhs on their travels is the Nanak Matta Gurudwara (56 kilometres). It is situated along the road leading from Rudrapur to Tanakpur. It is widely held that the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak, came here. After Hemkunt Sahib and Meeta Reetha Sahib, it is one of the three holiest Sikh gurudwara in all of Uttarakhand.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Rudrapur

All Year Round Destination

  • NOV-FEB

    Peak Season

  • JUL-OCT

    Moderate Season

  • JUL-FEB

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Clean daytime skies with colder temperature at night
  • Things You'll Love:Shopping sites, outdoor spots and adventure activities

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

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Basant PanchamiJanuary

Uttarayani FairSecond Week of January

Makar SankrantiSecond Week of January

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