Mukteshwar

Mukteshwar is a village and atourist destination in the Nainital district of Uttrakhand. It sits at analtitude of 2171 meters. Mukteshwar gets its name from a 350 year old temple ofShiva, known as Mukteshwar Dham. It is a beautiful village a-top a mountain andis covered with thick green forests all around. It is away from all the chaosof the cities. The perfect place to be at for a quiet vacation.

Mukteshwar is a paradise for thepeople seeking peace and adventure together. It’s a very calm place in thefoots of the Himalayas that also serves as a wonderful destination for wildlifelovers too. Anyone can come and explore this gift of the nature to discover thewildlife that exists in the woods. There are deep, dense forest reserves inthis beautiful hill station which cover over a vast area of 50,000 acres.

This beautiful hill station is situated in the Himalayan regions, 35kms away from Nainital, which shelters home to a great flora and fauna. The natural landscapes and the wild life scenario gives a great opportunity to all the nature lovers and wild life photographers from everywhere to visit and discover the wide variety of birds and animals, living in open in the undisturbed environment. This hill stationis close by the Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary.

Mukteshwar is known for rejuvenating the visitors with magnificent view of the Himalayan range. If you want to wake up to the chirping of birds and experience a spectacular sunrise,then Mukteshwar is the perfect abode for you.

Letting you refresh yourself amidst the sylvan beauty of dense forests, Mukteshwar embellishes itself with an umber of peaks including Neel Kanth, Chaukhamba, Nanda Kot, Annapurna, and soon. During your trip to Mukteshwar, you must visit a number of popular places including the ancient Mukteshwar Temple.

Popular Experiences in Mukteshwar

1.  Mukteshwar Temple

The town gets its name from this Mukteshwar Temple which his 5500 years old and, is one of the most ancient places to visit in Mukteshwar. The temple has an amazing landscape view and aneven better tale about its history. It is said that the temple was built by the Pandavas during the 12 years of their exile life. The temple top is reached by finishing a scenic and peaceful trek, with beautiful deodar and pine trees on the sides.

2.  Nanda Devi Peak

You can enjoy the view of Nanda Devi peak, the second highest peak from the Mukteshwar Inspection Bungalow. Theview is mesmerizing and one to remember for a lifetime.
As Mukteshwar gives a 180° view of the Himalayan Range, one can definitely seethe beauty of this peak. It is such a moment to see the snow-covered peak that you take those memories with you for a lifetime.

3.  Peora

Peora is the fruit bowl of Uttarakhand, located in the Kosyakutoli Tehsil of Nainital district. Thiseco-tourism spot offers beautiful views of the Himalayan ranges. The entire village and its surroundings are adorned with sal, pine, oak, buruns, kaphaland rhododendron trees. 

Bird watching, game watching, and trekking are the popular activities enjoyed by the travelers visiting Peora.

4.  Bhalu gaad Waterfalls

Bhalu Gaad Waterfalls is a newly discovered tourist place in Mukteshwar. Being a new place to visit in Mukteshwar, the falls are less touristy and hence cleaner than other falls around the state. It is a 60 ft high waterfall with an undiscovered source.

The place is a beautiful sight anda paradise for bird lovers as well. Anyone who loves a hike and enjoys nature's beauty will find it enthralling to visit this place. At the bottom of thewaterfall emerges a rainbow, therefore giving it the name Rainbow falls amongst the locals.

5.  Chalu ki Jali

Chauli ki Jali or also known as Chauthi Jali is one of the famous tourist places in Mukteshwar, behind the Mukteshwar Temple. Chauli ki Jali is bliss for nature lovers and anyone whoseeks adventure. 

Tourists find it good for sightseeing, rock climbing, and rappelling experiences, with an amazing view of Himalayan ranges from the edge of the place.

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