Article: Almora

Almora is a cantonment town in Almora district in the state of Uttaranchal, India.

Almora, a picturesque district in the Kumaun region, East of Uttaranchal in India, with a breathtaking panoramic view of Himalayas, summons tourists worldwide to its alluring grandeur of natural beauty.

FACTS

ALTITUDE OF ALMORA HQS 1646 mts

LATITUDE 29 DEG. 36 MIN. N

LONGITUDE 79 DEG. 30 MIN. E

QUOTES

"In these hills, nature's hospitality eclipses all men can ever do. The enchanting beauties of the Himalayas, their bracing climate and the soothing green that envelopes you leaves nothing more to be desired. I wonder whether the scenery of these hills and the climate are to be surpassed, if equalled, by any of the beauty spots of the world. After having been nearly three weeks in Almora Hills, I am more than ever amazed why our people need go in Europe in search of health."

- Mahatama M.K. Gandhi

"These mountains are associated with the best memories of our race: Here, therefore, must be one of centers, not merely of activity, but more of calmness of meditation, and of peace and I hope some one to realize it."

- Swami Vivekananda (replying to the address given to him by the people of Almora

Demographics

As of 2001 India census^GRIndia, Almora had a population of 1744. Males constitute 65% of the population and females 35%. Almora has an average literacy rate of 80%, higher than the national average of 59.5%; with 70% of the males and 30% of females literate. 13% of the population is under 6 years of age.