This beautiful place is 2286 mts in altitude and 51 Kms. from Nainital. Surrounded by fruit orchards and thick coniferous forest it was developed by the Britishers as research and education institute (IVRI) in 1893. It is the celebrated scenic spot overlooking long ranges of Himalaya.An old temple of Lord Shiva exist on the top of a rock. Mukteshwar is a small hill station covered with a thick wooded forest and offers a majestic view of the Himalaya. Mukteshwar is a stone hole of Chauli Ki Jali, dedicated to Lord Shiva. On a moon light, the place offers a spectacular view of the sparkling town of Almora and the majestic peaks of Adi Nampa of Nepal stretching upto the Chaukhamba Peaks of Garhwal. It is also famous for the hundred year old Indian Veterinary Research Institute campus.
Climate
Summer 15-30°C, Winter 0-24°C
Tourist Season
March to June,October to November
Accommodation
Hotels, Inspection Bungalows, private cottages are available which suit all budgets.
General Information of Mukteshwar
Altitude: 2171 m
Languages: Hindi, English and Kumauni (Regional)
Temperature:
15-30°C Summer
0-24°C Winter
Clothing: Summer:
Cottons/ light woolen, Winter - Heavy woolen
Pincode: 263138
STD code: 05942
Tourist Attraction in or Near by Mukteshwar
Mukteshwar Temple
Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Mukteshwar temple carries high religious and cultural significance. The temple is located atop a hill, some 2, 312 meters above the sea level and act as a nice trekking option for visitors.
Chauli ka Jali
Also known as Chauthi Jaali, this remarkable tourist place is situated on a cliff, just behind the divine Mukteshwar temple. On standing here, one can enjoy the panoramic views of the mighty Himalayan ranges and the splendid valley of Kumaon region.
Indian Veterinary Research Institute
Permission is needed to enter the Institute. The campus has a museum, library and departments for research, animal nutrition, genetics and bacteriology.
Accessibility
Road Distance From Mukteshwar to (in kms)
Delhi 343 kms.
Nainital 50 kms.
Bhowali 39 kms.
Ramnagar 25 kms.
Nearest Airport
Pantnagar is the nearest airport to Mukteshwar. Distance by 94 kms.
Nearest Railway Station
Kathgodam Railway Station is the nearest railhead to Mukteshwar. Distance by 62 kms.
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