Kumaon

The small Himalayan state of Uttarakhand is popular for Garhwal Himalayas and Kumaon Himalayas. The most noteworthy of all the town in the Kumaon belt is the lake city of Nainital, it is a popular tourist resort of Kumaon. The other popular destinations in Kumaon include Almora, Chaukori and Kausani. However, the beautiful village of Munsiari has made a place for itself in the recent times. The Kumaonis are simple people, extremely friendly and trustworthy. The Kumaonis love their sweets and they mostly work on their own farmlands. They greet tourists with a smile. Often in the villages, the kids gladly show their village around to the tourists.