Must Watch Destination in Kumaon

 

Mukteshwar :

Hilly topography nestled with fruit orchards and coniferous forest, Mukteshwar, the name derived from Lord Shiva, one who offers Moksha(salvation), is a calm and seclude town and tourist destination in the Nainital District of Uttarakhand, India. The famous Mukteshwar temple with main deity as Lord Shiva is a famous attraction here. This enchanting city is situted in a height of about 7500 feet in the Kumaon Hill. The city has many tourist attractions apart from Mukteshwar temple in its account, Chauli ka Jali is one of the famous attraction.


Chaukori :

A lesser known hamlet that boasts a jaw-dropping view of the Himalayan Peaks, Chaukori is everything that a nature lover is looking for in a place for holidaying. Part of Pithoragarh District in the Kumaon Region of Uttarakhand, Chaukori, which is situated at an elevation of 2010 m above sea level, is a paradisiacal destination that has still retained its rustic charm. A perfect vacation destination, it is known for its several Hindu temples, an excellent opportunity of nature photography, and tranquil environment that can provide immense peace of mind.


Munsiyari :

Munsiyari this small town is known for having the most pleasant weather in the entire district of Pithoragarh. Situated at a height of 2300 m, a major part of this hill station is covered with a thick layer of snow. It is because of its snow-clad mountains that Munsiyari is famously termed as the ‘
Mini Kashmir ’ of Uttarakhand. Safely placed in a close proximity to Tibetan and Nepalese International border, this town is a heaven for adventure freaks and trekking lovers. Munsiyari also attracts a large number of tourists because of the rich species of flora and fauna found here. If you are planning to visit this heavenly town of Uttarakhand, here are the



Baijnath :

Baijnath temple is a 13th century architectural site located in the town of Baijnath in Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh. This ancient temple is built in the Nagara Style of temple architecture. Baijnath temple is a beautiful temple with a shikhara (temple tower) having a vestibule, a mandapa (main hall) and a sanctum. There is also a statue of Nandi in the entrance of the temple, which faces towards Lord Shiva in the inner sanctum.

The inner and exterior walls of the temple are full of sculptures of Hindu gods and goddesses. The overall design of this shrine is beautiful and it is a must visit.


Patal Bhuvaneshwar :

Patal Bhuvaneshwar is a tiny village in the Pithoragarh district set among the lofty peaks, of the western Himalayan Range in the Kumaon Division of Uttarakhand, India.
Patal Bhuvaneshwar cave temple is at a height of 1350 meters above sea level. It is said that the darshan at Patal Bhuvaneshwar yields a thousand times the fruit of tapasya at Kashi, Baidyanath or Kedarnath. In the Skanda Purana, Manas Kanda, Chapter 103, there is a description of the blessings to be attained in visiting Patal Bhuvaneshwar.
Patal Bhuvaneshwar, one of the most fascinating places of the Kumaon region, is a limestone cave temple 14 km from Gangolihat in the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand state in India. Patal Bhuvaneshwar is located in the village Bhubneshwar.



Kasar Devi Temple :

This peaceful spot about 8km north of Almora has been luring alternative types for close to 100 years. Attracted by the abundance of marijuana that grows wild here, the list of luminaries who've visited, some for extended stays, includes Bob Dylan, Cat Stevens, Timothy Leary, Allen Ginsberg and Swami Vivekananda, who meditated at the hilltop Kasar Devi Temple.
Today, the village (known back in the day as Crank's Ridge) is a low-key backpacker destination, with a mellow vibe and clear-day Himalayan views. There's not a lot to do here, but it's a great place to chill. And Mohan's Binsar Retreat can arrange fishing, rafting and trekking trips.