Mankameshwar Temple in Ranikhet, Uttarakhand

Mankameshwar Temple is a famous temple located in Ranikhet. This holy temple is situated next to the Narasimha Ground in Ranikhet. This temple was constructed in the year 1978 by the Kumaon Regiment Center. In this temple, the statue of Lord Shiva, mother Kalika and Radha Krishna have been established. This temple is surrounded by deodar and pine trees. It is believed that if devotee prays in this temple with a true heart, then his desire is fulfilled soon. After the fulfilment of the desire, the devotees offer bell at the temple. Every year, on the festival of Janmashtami, the beautiful Jhankiyan is presented by the soldiers of Kumaon Regiment in the temple and a huge Bhandara is also organized in the temple. This temple has a great religious significance. During the trip to Ranikhet, tourists visit in this holy temple. The Mankameshwar Temple is one of the main religious centres of attraction in Ranikhet.

How To Reach Mankameshwar Temple

By Air

The nearest airport of Ranikhet is Pantnagar, which is about 109 km from Ranikhet.

By Rail

The nearest railway station of Ranikhet is Kathgodam, which is about 75 km from Ranikhet.

By Road

Mankameshwar Temple is located at a distance of about 500 meters from Ranikhet bus stand.

Best Time To Visit

The journey of Mankameshwar 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.