Mukteshwar Temple, Nainital
Located on a hilltop of the Kumaon hills, at an elevation of 2,312 meters above sea level, Mukteshwar Temple is an ancient 350 years old Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It offers an enchanting view of the surreal landscape in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand.
The quietness and peaceful environment let you soak in the divinity and natural beauty around and can be reached from the stairs of stone.
Things to Do at Mukteshwar Temple
- Plenty of extracurricular activities in the vicinity - like zip lining, bungee jumping, rock climbing, etc.
- Indulge in peaceful meditation and bird watching at the hilltop.
- Apart from the Mukteshwar temple, this place is also famous for its hanging cliffs locally called Chauli-ki-Jali.
- Visit the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Orchards of Centre Institutes of Temperate Horticulture-Regional Station has a vast spread of Deodar or Himalayan Cedar trees.
How to Reach Mukteshwar Temple
Mukteshwar is around 50 km away from Nainital.
- Nearest Landmark - Mukteshwar market - 1 km/ 9 mins
- Nearest Airport - Pantnagar airport - 98 km
- Nearest Railway Station - Kathgodam railway station - 64 km
Best Time to Visit Mukteshwar Temple
You can visit the Mukteshwar temple during all seasons. It is advised to avoid the month of July, as this is the monsoon season here and it receives heavy rainfall.
Entry Fee at Mukteshwar Temple
There is no entry fee
Visiting Timings of Mukteshwar Temple
Mukteshwar temple opens every day including public holidays from 5:00 AM to 7:30 PM
List of Attractions near Mukteshwar Temple
- Mukteshwar is an unspoiled natural beauty offering a mesmerizing view of the sun-kissed mountain peaks, and spellbound sunset views beyond words.
- Jim Corbett, the famous hunter, and conservationist, once came to hunt a man-eating tiger at Mukteshwar and immediately fell in love with the place.
