Mukteshwar Mahadev Temple is a famous temple located in Mukteshwar of Nainital district. This temple is also known as named of "Mukteshwar Dham". This temple is situated in the Kumaon hills at an altitude of about 2316 meters above sea level.
This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. To reach this temple, happens about 100 stairs have to climb. This temple has a shivaling of white marble with a copper vagina. This Shivaling is surrounded by idols of Brahma, Vishnu, Parvati, Hanuman, Ganesh and Nandi.
It is one of the eighteen main temples of Lord Shiva, which is situated above the highest point of Mukteshwar. In this place, devotees receive spiritual and mental peace. From here the snowy peaks of the Himalayas like Nanda Devi and Trishul are appears.
This temple has a great religious significance. Mukteshwar Mahadev Temple is one of religious pilgrimage sites of Mukteshwar.
By Air
The nearest airport of Mukteshwar is Pantnagar, which is about 91 km from Mukteshwar.
By Rail
The nearest railway station of Mukteshwar is Kathgodam, which is about 57 km from Mukteshwar.
By Road
Mukteshwar Mahadev Temple is located at a distance of about 2.5 km from Mukteshwar.
The journey of Mukteshwar Mahadev 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.
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