Lansdowne Tourism

Culture

During the time of 1888 to 1894, Lord Lansdowne was the Viceroy of India who founded Lansdowne in the year of 1887. In the same year, the Garhwal Rifles migrated from Almora and developed Lansdowne as a Training Centre for Recruits of the Garhwal Rifles, now in present it is their command office. During the British era, Lansdowne was the main hub for British soldiers and one can still admire the architecture of the colonial-styled rustic buildings and churches reminding the time of pre-independence. Lansdowne falls under Garhwal region and the locals here are known as Garhwali. The majority of people here practice Hinduism and it can be seen in their art and culture. The festival of Mahashivratri is celebrated with much enthusiasm at the Kaleshwar Temple during the month of February. The famous handicraft, known as Dekara is the art of making idols of Gods, can also be found here along with traditional paintings. Leather articles and local sweets can be found in abundance in the market area.

Cuisine

Lansdowne can be said to be still connected with its tradition and culture of the Garhwal region. The best example of it can be found in their local cuisine that includes delicacies like Phanu, Baadi, Chainsoo, Bhaang Ki Khatai, Kappa, Rus, Aloo Ke Gutke etc. the local cuisine here is mostly vegetarian which is nutritious and make you energized for mountain terrain. Along with it, you can also relish Chinese, Tibetan, Indian and Mughlai as well as other Continental dishes in the hotels and lodges around.

• Zayka Restaurant
• Northern Flavours
• Kaludanda Café
• Oak Town’s Flavor Tadka Restaurant
• Hotel Hill Crest.