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The abode
of unrivalled beauty blended with spiritualism,
Mukteshwar attracts multitu des of nature lovers.
Encompassed by coniferous forests and orchards, the
scenic snow-clad Himalayas in the north with a panoramic
view of peaks like Nanda Devi (25646 ft), Nanda Devi
East (24391 ft), Nanda Kot (22510 ft), Nanda Ghunti
(20702 ft), Trishul (23360 ft) and the Panchachuli
massif (22650) it captivates every eye.
Resonating
as a popular hill station perched atop a hill ridge
soaring to a height of 8200 ht, its tranquil backdrop
oozes with the elixir of life. The meeting of the Gagar
Ranges and the Lohuklet Ranges complements the while
landscape incredibly and the Appi-Nampa peaks of Nepal,
Chaukhamba Peak of Garhwal are also visible.
At an
altitude of 2286 m, Mukteshwar housed the prettiest
Himalayan Resort (at a distance of just 53 km from
Nainital), the famous Indian Veterinary Research
Institute (established in 1893) and a Wildlife Sanctuary
(a division of the famous Corbett National Park. Even
Jim Corbett, the world-renowned hunter and a nature
lover fell prey to its unparalleled aura.
Besides
the aforesaid attractions, it also furnishes solace and
spiritual alleviation to those who have given up hope.
Popularly called the ‘Wish Temple’, the Chauli-ki-Jali
temple dedicated to Lord Shiva gives the light of hope
to the childless people. It is also the highest point in
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