Pantnagar

Pantnagar is an industrial town situated in the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand state. The town is famous for two reasons. Firstly, the first agricultural university of India was established here in year 1960. Secondly, it houses the Pantnagar Airport of Kumaon region. Previously known as Uttar Pradesh Agricultural University, or Pantnagar University, is now named as Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture Technology . Pantnagar Airport is a domestic Airport which is operated by Airport Authority of India. Pantnagar Airport is the nearest Airport to the hills of Kumaon region of Uttarakhand state.

Some of the popular sightseeing attractions in the vicinity of the destination are Corbett National Park and Govind Wildlife Sanctuary which are ideal for bird watching and exploring wildlife. Tourists visiting Pantnagar can explore its culture in the fairs that are organised during Navratri in the months of March and April. Chaiti Fair and Ataria Fair are celebrated with enthusiasm at Chaiti Temple and Ataria Temple respectively.

Best Time To Visit

The best time to visit October to April.

How To Reach

By Air

Pantnagar has its own domestic airport which operates flight to major destinations across north India

By Train

The railhead closest to the destination is the Pantnagar Railway Station that is well connected to various cities of the country.

Shopping

Shopping in Pantnagar is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Pantnagar to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Pantnagar means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Pantnagar is the most important activities am