Pauri,Uttarakhand

• Panoramic viewpoint at Pauri (wide Himalayan views including peaks like Nanda Devi and Trishul on clear days)
• Kandoliya Devta Temple
• Mall Road and local bazaars
• Laxmi Narayan Temple and other hill temples
• Khirsu (nearby scenic village with orchards and viewpoints)
• Tara Devi and other nearby temple circuits (day trips accessible from Pauri)

• Sweeping Himalayan vistas and dramatic sunrises/sunsets
• Oak and pine forests with terraced agriculture
• Traditional Garhwali architecture and village life
• Relatively unspoiled hill-town atmosphere with easy access to rural trails

• Watching sunrise and sunset over the Himalayas from viewpoints
• Temple visits and experiencing local religious rituals
• Short nature walks and guided treks to nearby meadows (e.g., Khirsu)
• Birdwatching and photography in forested slopes
• Shopping at local markets for woollens and handicrafts
• Sampling Garhwali cuisine at local eateries

• Local temple fairs (mandi/mela) and deity processions, especially at Kandoliya Devta
• Regional Uttarakhand festivals such as Nanda Devi-related celebrations (local variants), and standard Hindu festivals like Diwali and Holi when local customs are on display
• Village-level cultural fairs showcasing folk music and dance during the tourist season

Best time: March–June (spring to early summer) and September–November (post-monsoon/autumn) for clear Himalayan views and comfortable weather.

Mountain climate: mild summers, cold winters with possible frost and occasional snowfall at higher nearby elevations; heavy rains during the monsoon (July–August).

Nearest airport: Jolly Grant Airport (Dehradun) — roughly 4–6 hours by road depending on traffic and route. Nearest major railway stations: Kotdwar or Dehradun/Rishikesh, with regular road connections by state buses and private taxis. Pauri is accessible by motorable roads from Dehradun, Haridwar, and nearby towns; local buses and shared taxis connect surrounding villages.

Recommended stay: 2–3 days to explore Pauri town and a nearby excursion to Khirsu or local temples; extend to 4–5 days to include longer treks or more villages.

Layered clothing (nights can be cold even in summer), warm jacket for early mornings and winters, comfortable walking shoes, rain jacket during monsoon, sunscreen and a hat for sunny days.

Try Garhwali dishes such as kafuli and phaanu, local vegetable preparations, and simple mountain meals. Souvenirs include hand-knitted woollens, shawls, local honey, jams, and small handicrafts reflecting Garhwali traditions.