Jageshwar Dham Temple
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About
Jageshwar Dham, a prominent Hindu Pilgrimage is located in Almora, Uttarakhand. A site dedicated to lord Shiva, but it also houses around 125 ancient Hindu temples and 174 sculptures and these clusters of temples are known as ‘Jageshwar temple valley’. Dating from the 7th to 14th Century, this site has a rich archaeological history. Due to this, the site is now protected and now managed by Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Most of the temples at the Jageshwar dham were built and renovated by the Katyuri dynasty kings.
A few years ago, ASI unearthed a red sandstone, likely to be built in the 1st BC, engraving human and spiritual figures. Nestled amidst dense pine forest, Jageshwar Dham offers a breathtaking view of mountains and Jat ganga set in the backdrop. People often visit this temple round the year, but to experience its rich culture people do visit during ‘Jageshwar Monsoon festival’ in August and Shivratri Mela held in the month of Spring.
How to Reach
Located around 35 km from Almora, it is situated in Kumaun, Uttarakhand. To access the temple, bus and taxi services are readily available from Almora and other prominent bus stands. Train and air services are also available to reach the temple but are limited. The nearest railway station is in Kathgodam, approximately 130 km away, and the airport is in Pantnagar, around 127 km away.
Best Time to Visit
Devotees can visit the temple round the year, but the most preferable times are from April to June and September to December. The fair organized during Shivratri and the Jageshwar monsoon festival held in August are some of the most suitable times, attracting many from far and wide. It is advisable to avoid visiting during monsoon season and peak summer months, as tourists may encounter various difficulties.
Height from Sea Level
It is located at an elevation of 1,870 meters (approximately), which is around 6,140 feet from sea level.
