Established in 1986, the Askot Musk Deer Sanctuary was created in order to protect the endangered Musk Deer and its habitat. Perched at an elevation of 1600 meters, Askot Sanctuary has a sprawling area of 600 sq km which is blessed with innumerable species of flora and fauna. The sanctuary is located at Askot, which is a small hamlet situated some 54 kms from the Pithoragarh town in the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand. Apart from the endangered Musk Deer, there are numerous animals that make Askot sanctuary their home. One can spot Bengal Tiger, Indian leopard, Himalayan jungle cat, goral, Himalayan brown bear, lemurs, bison and civet to name a few. The sanctuary also boasts of rich flora including teak, eucalyptus and large variety of shrubs and herbs. The sanctuary is a popular tourist attraction among nature lovers and wildlife tourists. The panoramic view of the Panchachuli peaks from the sanctuary is a treat to the eyes.

some very interesting things- it is one of the most breathtakingly, fascinatingly beautiful tourist destinations in this part of India, but sadly, one of the relatively very less explored once. Or maybe that is not so sad? Maybe the seclusion lends more authentic charm to the place. This is renowned for being a deer sanctuary housing the rare species of Musk Deer. It also offers some of the best views emphasizing the beauty of Mother Nature, glimpses into peaks, mountains, passes and snow of the Himalayan mountain ranges it is located so close to. Further, it is in close proximity to quite some historical villages and valleys, which add to its crowd pulling power. It is one tourist destination in Pithorgarh that indeed is ideal for a diverse group of travellers all looking for different experiences.

A heaven for wildlife lovers and botany enthusiast, Askot sanctuary is adorned with wide range of flora and fauna. This place is bounded by rich and gorgeous surroundings, Askot is also dotted with many temples.