List of 3 Reasons to explore Mukteshwar in Uttarakhand

The unexplored paradise of Uttarakhand, Mukteshwar is a village perched at an altitude of about 2287 metres above water level, atop the Kumaon hills in Nainital district. For sensational views of the magnificent Himalayas, taste of the pahadi aloo (potato) grown on balcony gardens, a break from the turmoil and noise of city life, you must make a journey to this magical land. We'll offer you three factors to put Mukteshwar in Uttarakhand on your travel list:

Gods & devils

Legend has it that Lord Shiva eliminated a devil king here and gave him redemption. That's how Mukteshwar got its name. Mukteshwar temple, located on top of the Chauli ki Jali hills, is 350 years of ages and believed to be the place where the Pandavas asked Lord Shiva for salvation.You do not need to be religiously inclined to appreciate the calmness and charm of this place. It uses superb views of the Kumaon Himalayas peaks like the Chaukhamba, Nanda Devi as well as the mighty peaks of Adi Nampha of Nepal.

The town is a paradise for hikers and travelling enthusiasts. If you an experience junkie, you'll delight in the rock climbing and rappelling options. Likewise, anybody who has read Jim Corbett's well-known unique 'The Man Eaters of Kumaon', would be fascinated to understand that Mukteshwar was his muse.

Searching for a hotel in Mukteshwar is fairly easy. There are a lot of lodging choices-- from budget plan hotels to mid-range and high-end resorts in this part of Uttarakhand.

Date with nature

Thanks to the Indian Veterinary Research Institute, which has many of the land and deep forests that surround Mukteshwar, you'll be in excellent company here. From Rhesus monkeys and langurs to deer and the Himalayan black bear, not to forget, the chirpy mountain birds, a stay at Mukteshwar promises a distinct rendezvous with nature. Fancy some bird watching and wildlife identifying?

The weather in Mukteshwar is pleasant all through the year. In summers (March to May) the temperature ranges from 27 ° C to 10ºC, while in winter seasons (October-February) it's normally in between 17 ° C to 3 ° C with the possibility of snowfall. The monsoons (July-September) paint the hill station with gorgeous shades of green. Nevertheless, do note that heavy rains and snowy winter seasons can sometimes cause traffic blocks and flight hold-ups.

For the love of fruits

When in Mukeshwar, do check out Ramgarh. Barely 26 km away, it's a hill station located at an altitude of 1789 metres above the water level on Bhowali-Mukteshwar Road. Popularly called 'the Fruit Bowl of Kumaon'-- courtesy its verdant orchards of peach, apricots, pears and apples-- Ramgarh is a genuine discovery for most city folks.

The erstwhile cantonment of the English army still houses the heritage structures that once housed the British and Indian officers. The Ramgarh bungalows-- that is, The Old Bungalow and The Writers' Bungalow-- are a must-visit. There are also popular ashrams of Rabindranath Tagore and social worker Narain Swami. Incidentally, this is the location where Mahadevi Varma, the famous Hindi poet, got the inspiration to pen down Lachma, among her most well known works. Do drop in at the library committed to the famous poet.

There's no scarcity of great hotels and resorts in Ramgarh, making it a viable stay choice.

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