THE KUMAON: PAYING HOMAGE TO NATURE AND LOCAL TRADITIONS
Architecture + Design|July 2023
Designed by Zowa Architects, The Kumaon in the Himalayas is all about slow living, spectacular natural landscapes, local cuisine and culture
Nisha Kapil
THE KUMAON: PAYING HOMAGE TO NATURE AND LOCAL TRADITIONS

Situated in the heart of Himalayas, The Kumaon is a luxury and wellness boutique with the view of the breath-taking mountain range. The resort in Uttarakhand is situated 1600m above sea level in the village of Kasar Devi near the town of Almora. Conceptualised by Dr. Vikrom Mathur, one of the co-founders, whose profound love for the region and special relationship with its people goes back to his childhood days. Genesis of The Kumaon is rooted in his passionate beliefs as well as interest in the region’s ecology and its coupling with the culture and livelihoods of local communities. The property is designed by Sri Lankan architects Zowa Architects on the principle of abstract modernism that responds to the natural landscape and environment. One can come here to take a break from the hustle bustle of the city to enjoy the slow living, local cuisine, and nature’s beauty in harmony.

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