Introduction

About 20 kilometers (12.5 miles) from Almora, a rather recent discovery of rock and cave paintings with motifs of human beings, animals, group of dancers, lizards et al. has enthused archaeology and art lovers alike. Sheltered within a cave very close to the main road on the Almora-Pithoragarh route, near a place called Barechhina, these paintings belong to the bronze-stone age. Presently under the Archeological Survey of India (ASI), a grill guards this heritage site from vandalism. Most of the paintings are in good shape claims ASI.

Special Attributes

Ancient cave paintings

Nuisance

ASI gate is often closed

Dressing restrictions

Dress in whatever you find comfortable.

Connectivity

Bus or cab

Enjoyed by

Archaeology and art lovers

Exposure

Minimal

Avoidable Season

Open through the year

Facilities

Basic, decide accordingly

Things Not Allowed

No such restriction

Tip

Savor the ancient artistic expressions of the bronze-stone age

Type of site

Cave