Lohaghat is an admired destination in the Champawat district of Uttarakhand state. Lohaghat holds immense historical and mythological importance and it is situated on the banks of Lohawati River at an altitude of 1745 mts above sea level.
At an elevation of 1706 mts., Lohaghat is 62 Kms. away from Pithoragarh on way to Tanakpur and 14kms.from Champawat district headquarters. Lohaghat which is situated on the bank of river Lohawati is a centre of historical and mythological importance. In 1841, so overcome was Pilgrim (Barron) by its beauty, that he had surprised why the Government of India was not developing it as its summer capital. In summer season Lohaghat is full of Burans flowers. {{ keyword}}
A picturesque town located on the banks of River Lohawati, Lohaghat is one of the most pristine and unsullied destinations of the state's Kumaon region.{{ keyword }} The pride and joy of the Champawat district, Lohaghat is steeped in art, royalty and history as it served as the cultural capital of the erstwhile Chand dynasty.
The town of Lohaghat is located at a distance of 13 km from Champawat. Reaching here is not difficult especially by road.
