Mukteshwar

Information About Mukteshwar :

                            Mukteshwar is a small hill town located around 50 km from Nainital in Uttarakhand. Known for adventure sports and a dazzling view of Himalayan ranges, Mukteshwar is named after the 350-year-old Shiva Temple housed here called Mukteshwar Dham. 

                           The quaint town got its name from the belief that Lord Shiva killed a demon here and gave him Mukti or salvation. With lush green trails and narrow lanes, Mukteshwar is a popular destination for trekking, apart from rock climbing and rappeling. Major attractions here are the picturesque orchards, coniferous forests, rolling meadows, and little cottages and homes built in quaint colonial style. The charm of Mukteshwar lies in spending tranquil time - enjoying nature and listening to the chirping of the birds.

Best Time To Visit Mukteshwar :

                         The comfortable temperate climate of the hills makes Mukteshwar a great place to visit all year round, but the summer months between March and June are the most popular and the best time to visit the hill station.

How To Reach Mukteshwar :

                 Kathgodam is the closest railway station, 70 km away. Cabs and buses carry passengers o Mukteshwar. The nearest airport is in Pantnagar which is around 100 km away from Mukteswar. You can take a taxi or a bus from Pantnagar to reach here. You can also take a train to Bareilly or to Haridwar and take a cab or a bus from there to reach Mukteshwar.

              

1 . How To Reach Mukteshwar By Flight :

                  Delhi International Airport is the nearest international airport to this hill station. Taxis are available from here to Mukteshwar.

2 . How To Reach Mukteshwar By Road :

                             There are frequent bus services to Mukteshwar from all major cities and towns in India.

3 . How To Reach Mukteshwar By Train :

                         Kathgodam is the nearest railway station to Mukteshwar which is located at a distance of 73 km from the hilltop. Taxis are available from this railhead to Mukteshwar.

Places To Visit In Mukteshwar :

1. Sitla :

      6000 ft high, Sitla is a hill station popular for its colonial-style bungalows. Tourists can engage in trekking expeditions of varying difficulty levels organized by the resorts in this area.

Sitla

2 . Chauthi Ki Jali :

                    Next to Mukteshwar temple is Chauli ki Jaali, an area where it is believed that a Demon and a Goddess fought a battle. The place is marked with what is believed to be faint outlines of a sword, a shield, and a trunk of an elephant.

                                  People also hold it as a belief that women unable to bear children will be blessed with children when touched by the natural lattice around the rock.

Chauthi Ki Jali

3 . Mukteshwar Temple :

                              One of the most popular shrines, Mukteshwar temple, is an ancient temple that is almost 350 years old and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Perched on top of the highest point in Mukteshwar (which is a beautiful hill station that got its name after the shrine), the temple lies approximately 2312 m above sea level. This grand temple is identified as one of the eighteen most important temples dedicated to Lord Shiva in the Hindu scripture.

                               The location of Mukteshwar Temple atop a hill makes it a perfect place for clicking some wonderful pictures and capturing memories. The nature lovers must surely visit the temple and enjoy the breathtaking view one is likely to get from there. A white marble Shiva Linga is also present here which has a copper yoni. In addition to the Shiva Linga, there are idols of other deities as well including Lord Ganesha, Brahma, Vishnu, Parvati, Hanuman, and Nandi. The Mukteshwar temple is considered vital and holds a lot of significance for the committee of iron ore miners known as 'agarics'. 

Mukteshwar Temple

4 . Indian Veterinary Research Institute :

                The Indian Veterinary Research Institute is a deemed university that was established in 1885. Its foundation was laid by the recommendation of Col. JHB Hallen. The campus at Mukteshwar covers an area of 3450 acres of land and comprises of Division of Virology and that of Temperate Animal Husbandry. Since it is situated at the height of 7620 ft on the intersection of Gagar and Lohaghat ranges of the Kumaon hills, the location adds to the scenic beauty of the place and makes it even more beautiful.

                       This Institute aims at achieving objectives such as carrying out research on the various viruses and diseases which the livestock and poultry come across. It also has a goal of producing antigens, vaccinations, and nucleic acid probes so as to cure such diseases. It also wishes to carry out research related to the health, psychology, and nutritional requirement of the various animals belonging to the temperate region.

Indian Veterinary Research Institude

5 . View Of Nanda Devi :

                Nanda Devi is the 2nd highest mountain peak in India and overall 23rd in the world. It stands as tall as 7,816 m above sea level. This mountain peak is clearly visible from Mukteswar and tourists visiting Mukteswar must have a clear look at this mesmerizing beauty.

View Of Nanda Devi

6 . Mukteshwar Inspection Bungalow :

               Complete with scenic views of the sunrise across the Himalayas, the Mukteshwar Inspection Bungalow near the temple offers accommodation for a serene holiday.

Mukteshwar Inspection  Bungalow

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