Simtola, lying on the opposite side of a horseshoe ridge, is a picturesque spot that is situated 3 km away from Almora. Covered with pine and fur trees, this place located near Hiradungi, was once a diamond mining centre and a granite hill. A popular picnic spot amongst tourists visiting Almora, this location offers a panoramic view of miles of terrains with the beautiful mountains covered with pine and deodar trees.
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