Maneshwar Temple in Champawat, Uttarakhand

Maneshwar Temple is a famous religious temple located in Champawat. Maneshwar temple is the oldest temple of Champawat. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple was built in the 8th century by Chand dynasty King Nirbhay Chand.

With the construction of the temple, the king also constructed the site of "Akhand Dhuna" and simultaneously built a 'Pucca Bawdy' to gather the water of the secret 'Naule' near the temple. Maneshwar temple is also worshiped as Shaktipeeth, and the penance site of the God Karma, Kranteswar Mountain is situated right near to the Maneshwar temple.

Due to bathing with the water of the secret Naule located near the temple, many diseases and disorders are removed along with holy benefit, and devotees attain liberation. By coming to the temple of Maneshwar, the devotees receive spiritual peace and as well as worshiping Shivling, the wishes of the devotees are fulfilled. In the temple, thousands of people visit the Ekadashi fair every year to worship.

How To Reach Maneshwar Temple

By Flight

The nearest airport is Pantnagar, which is located about 160 km from Champawat.

By Train

The nearest railway station in Champawat is Tanakpur, which is located about 61 km from Champawat city.

By Road

Maneshwar Temple is located a distance of about 6 km from Champawat.

Best Time To Visit

The journey of Maneshwar Temple can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of October to May. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable. During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to snowfall on the surrounding hills in the winter season, the temperature of here goes down very much. Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of heavy rains threatening landslides.