Perched a top 5 Km. long saddle shaped ridge of Kashaya Hill, Almora was chosen by Raja Bhishm Chandaas his new capital in the late 15th century AD. Facin the gigangic Trishul massif, the region had also found favour with the preceding dynasties of Kunindas and the Katykuris who have left behind many exquisite temples renowned for their architectural grandeur.

The town Almora is a picturesque. Hill resort of the Kumaon region often snow caphed peaks of Himalayas Range. It is also laking point of Binsar Mahadev, Baij Nath Temple etc. its most of the people visit here for re-gaining health vitality. The main area of shopping is Mall Road on which you can purchase a special "mithai" of the place and other woolen handicrafts, like shawl, blanket, coat and copper utensils.