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Nestled
amidst misty hills, at the confluence of the Gomti and saryu rivers,
the holy township of Bageshwar is a prominent Shivaite shrine. As
described in the Puranas, this is the ultimate place that liberates
one from the bondage of birth and death. At a height of 960 mtrs.
Above the sea level, this holy place has attracted saints and sages
through the ages, by it's spiritual magnetism.
Acording to belief, Bageshwar is blessed by Lord Shiva. During Shivaratri
(March), Shivaratri fair is held here, which attracts thousands
of devotees from far and near.
Apart from it's religious importance, Bageshwar is a trekker's paradise.
It's the entry point to the trekking routes to Pindari, Kafni and
Sundardunga glaciers.
How to Reach There
The nearest airport is Pant Nagar, at a distance of 206 kms. The
Nearest raihead is Kathgodam, 180 kms.
Bageshwar is well connected by roads with all the major towns of
the area. Taxis are available from Almora (90 kms.), Nainital (137
kms.), Kathgodam (180 kms.) and Pant Nagar (206 kms). The nearest
major town is Chaukori (47 kms).
Places of Interest
Bagnath Temple
At the very heart of the town, this temple complex has a cluster
of many temples, the most prominent of them being Bhairav, dattatreya,
Ganga Mata, Hanuman, Durga, Kalika, Thingal Bhairav and Vaneswar
Temples.
Chandika Temple
At a distance of 1.5 kms from Bageshwar, this beautiful temple dedicated
to Goddess Chandika stands atop a mountain. Every year thousands
of devotees congregate here to offer obeisance to the deity, during
the Navratras.
Gauri Udiyar
A huge cave, at a distance of 8 kms., houses the idol of Lord Shiva.
Shri Haru Temple
nother important hill temple, at a distance of about 5 kms, form
Bageshwar. A large fair is held here on Vijaya Dashmi.
Nestled
amidst misty hills, at the confluence of the Gomti and saryu rivers,
the holy township of Bageshwar is a prominent Shivaite shrine. As
described in the Puranas, this is the ultimate place that liberates
one from the bondage of birth and death. At a height of 960 mtrs.
Above the sea level, this holy place has attracted saints and sages
through the ages, by it's spiritual magnetism.
