Pangot is a small village located in the state of Uttrakhand, India. It is located near Nainital, a famous hill station of the state. It is situated at the altitude of 2182 m and has pleasant weather. It is nestled with lush green forests and  15 minutes – drive from Nainital to Pangot offers fascinating experience as the way to this small village from Nainital goes through dense forests.
  Pangot is an ideal place for bird watchers as many species of birds are found there.You can see many varieties of bird here. There are about 150 species of birds including some rare species found in the region. Himalayan griffons, blue winged minlas, bellied woodpeckers and khalij pheasants are some of the species of bird found here. You can also get to watch some species of animals in the region.  Some of the animals that can be found in the region include leopards, sambar deer, Himalayan martins, barking deer, ghorals, and civets. Kilburi and Snow view point are other places of attraction nearby Pangot.
  Pangot offers cool and calm ambience and hence is nice picnic spot. Many tourists who come to Nainital also visit this beautiful place. Pan got also offers some  trekking trails which can be enjoyed by adventurous tourists. Pangot is also nice place for honeymoon couples. There are some resorts that provide accommodation facility to visitors .

How to reach :

  Pangot is just 15 km away from Nainital. Nainital is well linked by roads to other parts of the state and the country. Many state run buses and other private vehicles are available form Delhi to Nainital. Kathgodam serves as the nearest rail head to Pangot. It is just 50 km away and is well connected to other cities and towns of country. Pantnagar airport is nearest airport it and is well linked to other major cities of the state.