The ancient town of Almora was the capital of the Kumaon Kingdom, before its establishment, it was under the possession of Katyuri king Baichaldeo.

[3] Almora town was the administrative headquarters of the Kumaun district; which was formed in 1815 following the defeat of Gorkha army in the Anglo-Gorkha war and the 1816 Treaty of Sugauli.

Presently where the collectorate exists, the 'Malla Mahal' (Upper Court) of Chanda kings was located.

The site of present District Hospital used to be 'Talla Mahal' (Lower Court) of Chand rulers.

Its Assembly constituencies are Dwarahat, Salt, Ranikhet, Someshwar (SC), Almora, and Jageshwar.

The Almora dance academy was housed in Pine Lodge on the outskirts of the town (Ranidhara).

The enchanting beauty of the Himalayas, their bracing climate and the soothing green that envelops you, leave nothing more to be desired.

Gandhi"These mountains are associated with the best memories of our race: Here, therefore, must be one of centers, not merely of activity, but more of calmness of meditation, and of peace and I hope some one to realize it."

The nearest railway station is at Kathgodam, 90 km, from where direct trains are available for Delhi, Lucknow and Agra.

Some of the major trains from Kathgodam are: Almora is well connected by road to important centres in the region.

Some distances: According to the 2011 census Almora district has a population of 622,506,[11] roughly equal to the nation of Montenegro[12] or the US state of Vermont.