Travel destination in India, Mukteshwar

 

General Information about MUKTESHWAR

Mukteshwar :
Altitude : 2286 meters.
Language : Hindi, English and Kumaoni.
Best Time to Visit : Round the Year.
State : Uttaranchal.
Location : 42 km from Haldwani, 51 km from Nainital and 395 km from Delhi.
STD Code : 08856.

About Mukteshwar

Mukteshwar is situated at an altitude of 2,286 m above the sea level in the Kumaon division of Uttaranchal. It is 42 km from Haldwani, 51 km from Nainital and 395 km from Delhi. Mukteshwar is a small hill station covered with a thick wooded forest and offers a majestic view of the Himalaya. Near Mukteshwar is a stone hole of Chauli Ki Jali, dedicated to Lord Shiva.

At a distance of 52 km. from Nainital, Mukteshwar set atop a high ridge, is a beautiful Himalayan resort. Surrounded by fruit orchards and thick coniferous forest, it provides a majestic view of the Himalayas and the Almora town below in glittering moonlit nights. The famous Indian Veterinary Research Institute is also located here.

HOW TO REACH THERE

By Air : The nearest airport is at Pantnagar.

By Road : Nainital 50 kms., Bhowali 39 kms. and Ramnagar 25 kms.

By Rail : Nearest railhead is Kathgodam, 73 kms. via Bhimtal & 76 kms. via Jeolikot-Bhowali.

MAIN ATTRACTIONS IN MUKTESHWAR

Ramgarh : (26 kms) A picuresque hamlet in the heart of apple, plum. peaches and apricot orchards. This fruit belt of Kurnaon is famous for its juicy fruits all over India.

Bhowali : (40 kms) Situated at an altitude of 1706 rnts. on the main Haldwani-AIrnora road, Bhowali is a popular health resort.

Ghorakhhal : (37 kms) Famous for the temple of Gollu Devta, a derni-god highly revered by the Kurnaoni people. The famous Sainik School of India is also located here.

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