Ashoka's Pillar Monument

Ancient pillar erected by Emperor Ashoka

A site in Uttarakhand associated with an Ashokan pillar and inscriptions; visitors study Mauryan‑period epigraphy, ancient governance and regional archaeology.

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Dharam Chakra board Ashok Satambh Park at topra kalan.jpg
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Ashoka's Pillar at a Glance#

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How to Get to Ashoka's Pillar#

The pillar is located in the hill regions of Uttarakhand. Visitors typically reach the nearest town by road and follow local routes, often coordinated with district archaeological offices or guides who know precise locations and access requirements.

Tips for Visiting Ashoka's Pillar#

  • Combine a visit with other Ashokan sites in the foothills to build historical context.
  • Wear layers-Uttarakhand's weather can shift rapidly with elevation.
  • Check with local forest authorities for access restrictions to the column site.

Best Time to Visit Ashoka's Pillar#

Best from spring to autumn when mountain passes and historical sites are most accessible.

Spring-Autumn
March-November · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Pleasant trekking conditions and clearer mountain views.
Winter
December-February · -5-10°C (23-50°F)
Cold and sometimes snowy; access may be limited in higher elevations.

Weather & Climate near Ashoka's Pillar#

Climate

Ashoka's Pillar's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with very hot summers (peaking in June) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 37°C. Abundant rainfall (1904 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 106 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
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Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Very Good 7° - 19° 13° 74 mm some cloud 49% 1.0 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.3h
February Very Good 9° - 22° 15° 43 mm some cloud 50% 1.0 m/s 1.0 high 11.0h
March Excellent 14° - 27° 20° 54 mm some cloud 44% 1.3 m/s 1.5 very high 11.9h
April Ideal 19° - 34° 26° 13 mm some cloud 38% 1.5 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.8h
May Excellent 23° - 37° 30° 34 mm some cloud 35% 1.6 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.6h
June Very Good 24° - 36° 31° 124 mm partly cloudy 50% 1.9 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.9h
July Acceptable 24° - 31° 31° 559 mm overcast 79% 1.7 m/s 1.8 very high 13.8h
August Good 23° - 30° 27° 636 mm overcast 86% 1.4 m/s 1.8 very high 13.1h
September Very Good 22° - 30° 26° 239 mm partly cloudy 80% 1.2 m/s 1.7 very high 12.2h
October Excellent 17° - 29° 23° 84 mm clear 62% 0.8 m/s 1.4 high 11.3h
November Ideal 11° - 25° 18° 14 mm clear 50% 0.8 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.5h
December Very Good 7° - 21° 14° 30 mm mostly sunny 46% 0.8 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.1h