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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 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, is one of the famous attraction. The region is famous for the Indian Veterinary Research Institute campus established in 1893. This little beautiful town adorned with cute homes of reddish roofs, ancient style window frames made of wood and picket barriers brings the reminiscences of British Raj. Agriculture in the area consists chiefly of potato cultivation and fruit orchards on terraces cut into the hillsides. Mukteshwar, affluent in scenic splendor, commands a breathtaking view of the Himalayas with magnificent views and bearing the Nanda Devi, India’s second-highest peak. There is also a Renewable Park developed by The Energy and Resources Institute, which use solar electricity for most of its electricity needs. As the case in anywhere else in India, recently, the town has experienced some construction activity and townships have begun to mushroom in and around Mukteshwar. The holiday homes came up in the scenic city are really attractive to those looking for enchanting retreat from large chaotic cities. Mukteshwar has very pleasant temperature pattern all through the year.

Mukteshwar Temple

Mukteshwar Temple

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Hill Station

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 263138

STD Code: 5942

Info Website: N.A.

Best Time to Visit:  March – June, October – November

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : Pantnagar airport is the nearest airport, which is located about 100 km from Mukteshwar. Pre-paid taxi services charge about Rs 1,700 from the airport to Mukteshwar. Pantnagar is connected to Delhi with daily flights.

By Train : Nearest Railhead is Kathgodam station, which is 70 km away from Mukteshwar. Kathgodam is well connected with other major cities in India by rail. Taxi cabs cost about Rs 1,200 for one way journey from Kathgodam to Mukteshwar.

By BUS : State owned bus services connect Mukteshwar with other cities in the state. Many private bus service providers operate luxury buses between Delhi and Kathgodam. Buses start from Delhi’s ISBT Vivekananda terminal.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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Top HotelsAdd

Budget  – Up to Rs. 800
  • Krishna Orchard Resort ; Sargakhet, Mukteshwar Rd, Mukteshwar, Uttarakhand 263138. ; Ph – 05942 286 292 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.
Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200
  • Resort Sequester ; Sitla, Mukteshwar, Nainital, Mukteshwar, Uttarakhand 263138 ; Ph – 033 5535 9001 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities.
Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200
  • Valley Unwind ; Simayal Estate Vill. Simayal Reetha, Nathuakhan, Mukteshwar, Darima, Uttarakhand 263138 ; Ph – 096 90 465570; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.
Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above
  • Sitla Estate ; Mukteshwar, Nainital, Uttarakhand, India, Darima, Uttarakhand 263138 ; Ph – 05942 286 030 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Bus Parking.

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  • Oak Chalet ;  Gahana Orchards, Sargakhet, Mukteshwar, Mukteshwar Rd, Mukteshwar, Uttarakhand 263132. ; M –  098 37 787501 ; Food Serve :  N.A.
  • Anapurna Resturant ;  Mukteshwar Rd, South Gola Range, Uttarakhand 263132. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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Mukteswar Dance Festival

Mukteswar Dance Festival

Mukteswar Dance Festival ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  The Department of Tourism has announced to host Mukteswar dance festival and Rajarani music festival in the capital this month.The three-day Mukteswar Odissi dance festival shall be underway on Mukteswar temple premises here from January 14 to 16 featuring solo by Sujata Mohapatra, Sangeeta Dash and Naba Kishore Mishra; duets by Lingaraj Pradhan-Sanjukta Dutta, Rashmi Raj-Biswabhusan Mohapatra and Debasish Patnaik-Niladri Bhusan Mohanty besides group presentations by Vitalina Lobach and troupe from Russia, Poushali Mukerjee’s troupe from Kolkata and Odisha Dance Academy, Bhubaneswar.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Beware of pickpockets as Mukteshwar is a major tourist city in India.

HelplineEdit

  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire Brigade : 101
  • Police : 100

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