Baleshwar Temple

It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and it is the best temple in Champawat district in terms of art. This temple group situated in the middle of the city has many other idols besides Shiva, like Maa Bhagwati, Champa Devi, Bhairav, Ganesh, Maa Kali, etc. This group of temples was built by the Chand Kings in 1272. The carving of this temple displays the artistic grandeur of the time.

Gatku Temple

 

It is believed that the head of ‘Ghatotkacha (son of Bhima and the Rakshasi Hidimbi) fell here after he died in the battle of Mahabharata. The Gahtku Mandir also known as Hidimba Devi & Ghatotkach Temple is the temple dedicated to Ghatotkacha. It is located 2 km away from Champawat on Taamli/ Chauki road. It is also one of the oldest temples in the Champwat district.

 

Golu Temple

Gwal Devta, more popularly known as Goll Devta or Goril Devta, is a deity of enormous significance in the area and is known to deliver justice and instill faith in his populace as their ruler prince.

 

Gandaki River

 

Gandak river called uttervahini nadi.

 

Banasur Ka Kila

An ironically constructed relic, in the name of a boon, bestowed Banasur, the man with a thousand arms, whereas the fort gives an air of enormous nature, and is the perfect spot to watch the origins of the Lohaghati river.

Abbot Mount

Abbott Mount is one of the most beautiful hill stations in the middle of a forest surrounded by Deodar trees. All the highest mountain peaks (Nanda Devi, Trishul, Neelkanth, Maktoli, etc.) of Uttarakhand are easily visible from here. A place with 180-degree visibility of the Himalayas. Hilltop with a valley filled with a variety of trees and species of birds seen nowhere. Britisher’s built their colonies and established a hospital known as Abbey hospital here. It was the only hospital in the locality at that time. Abbott Mount is still unexplored and non-commercial there are only a few local caretakers of private property and guest houses. One must plan to this destination who really likes to feel and enjoy true nature.

Pancheshwar Dam

Pancheshwar is situated at a distance of 40 km from Lohaghat, near the confluence of the Saryu and Kali Rivers. This place shares its border with Nepal and is known for its Chaumu Temple, where local inhabitants worship the Jaat of Chaumu as a shield of the animal. Travelers can also visit Chamdeval (8 km), Rasul (12 km), and Pullu (5 km) which are prominent tourist sites from Pancheshwar. Champawat to Pancheshwar distance is 40 km.

Mayawati Ashram

Mayawati Ashram is 22 km from Champawat and 9 km from Lohaghat, this ashram is situated at an altitude of 1940 meters. Mayawati shot into prominence after the Advait Ashram was established here. The ashram attracts spiritualists from India and abroad.

Circuit House