Surrounded by Deodar and Pine trees, this temple is considered a sacred place by devotees. It is around 7 km from Kafal Gates can be reached within 20 minutes. It was named by combining the names of the Demon, Tarkeshwar, with Lord Shiva (Mahadev) and exemplifies why Shiva is called “Bholenath.”
With a 500-year-old history, this Shiva temple is visited by thousands of devotees throughout the year. It is believed that around 5000 years ago it was called Kalunda after the rishi Kalun who meditated here. It is maintained by Garhwal Rifles and is at a distance of 30 km from Kafal Gates.
Built in 1895 by Col.A.H.B Hume of the Royal Engineers of the British Army, this church with alluring Victorian architecture is considered Lansdowne’s jewel. Though a busy place during the British times, it was closed to the public in 1947 and later converted into a museum which has enormous tourist footfall in the present day.
Just about 2 KM away from Kafal Gates, Lansdowne, there awaits a 7 km long, lush green OAK jungle trek for you. Interestingly, the area is marked by 7-ponds and is believed to be the site where the Pandavas had undergone their Agyatvash. Enjoy the mystic weather or spot some wildlife like deer at this nature’s abode.
Situated within 40 km of Lansdowne but just 20 km from Timmersain Mahadev, is the famous Kalagarh Tiger Reserve where you can enjoy a safari ride and spot the wildlife in its natural habitat. Hence, you can save a day if you visit the holy shrine en route to Kalagarh Tiger Reserve.
A well-decorated two-storied museum displaying numerous details about the origin and achievements of the Garhwal rifles of the Indian army, this memoir of the war Heros is a big tourist attraction of the region.
This is the highest point in Lansdowne and a perfect place to trek to. If you are not the trekking types, you can take a cab too.
A perfect picnic spot amidst thick Oak and Banj forest is the Bhulla lake which is maintained by the Indian army. It is a place where you can go with your loved ones for a boat ride or just chill around and have fun. It is around 29 km away or a 45 minute drive from the Kafal Gates, Lansdowne.
The aquarium-blue-coloured natural waterfall exemplifies the beauty of Lansdowne’s untouched natural, pristine settings reverberating serenity into your very soul. It is just 19 km away from Kafal Gates which is just a 35 min drive. Be sure to carry your bathing suit so you can dive into its refreshing water for a soulful renuvination.