Pangot – A Paradise for Bird Watching
Pangot is a beautiful small village famous for its jungles and birds. It is located in the Nainital District, Pangot is approximately 13 KMs ahead of Nainital. At a height of 6,300 Ft, Pangot is stunning in its beauty. Visiting Pangot is like stepping into a remote Himalayan village with its majestic view. It is a paradise for birdwatchers and is home to more than 300 species of birds.
Summers are cool and pleasant from March– July having a maximum temperature of 25 ⁰C and a cool 12 ⁰C at night, while the cold winter months from December to February have a temperature around 5 ⁰C.
Apart from the birds and the natural beauty, there is a tonne of activities like Mountain biking, camping, trekking to go for.
This village is visited by a huge number of tourists all year round. The pleasant weather in summers and the snow-covered mountain peaks in winter attracts tourists from all over the world. Pangot is a calm and quiet place which makes it an ideal honeymoon spot too.
Activities in Pangot:
Bird Watching in Pangot:
Pangot is famous for the wide variety of species of birds that inhabit the region. The place is home to more than 500 species of birds including Himalayan griffon, Blue-winged minla, Lammergeyer, etc.
Trekking in Pangot:
Pangot has a few trekking and hiking trails through some lush green forests down the valley. The most popular are treks to Naina Peak and Corbett National Park.
Camping in Pangot:
Another interesting activity to experience in Pangot is camping.
Enjoying under a starry night with friends and family in front of a campfire is a must-do.
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Overview
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The origin of the word “travel” is most likely lost to history. The term “travel” may originate from the Old French word travail, which means ‘work’. According to the Merriam Webster dictionary, the first known use of the word travel was in the 14th century.
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