{"id":18878,"date":"2021-10-13T21:33:42","date_gmt":"2021-10-13T16:03:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gostops.com\/blog\/?p=18878"},"modified":"2021-10-13T21:33:43","modified_gmt":"2021-10-13T16:03:43","slug":"hilly-hamlet-exploring-mukteshwar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gostops.com\/blog\/hilly-hamlet-exploring-mukteshwar\/","title":{"rendered":"Hilly Hamlet: Exploring Mukteshwar"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Mukteshwar lies hidden in the Kumaon Hills, under the radar in comparison to the attention that tourists give Nainital or Mussoorie. It\u2019s a quiet little hill station at an elevation of 2,171 meters.<\/strong> The place calls those looking to get a taste of a calming and peaceful holiday amidst the mountains<\/strong>. If you\u2019re going to be exploring the hilly hamlet of Mukteshwar soon, here\u2019s everything you need to know on exploring Mukteshwar –\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Reach Mukteshwar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mukteshwar lies in the interiors of Uttarakhand in the Kumaon hills. Just a heads up, it\u2019s not extremely close to the first-choice tourist destinations of Uttarakhand like Rishikesh, Haridwar or Dehradun. Due to this, the car journeys to Mukteshwar are going to be long.<\/strong> But don\u2019t worry, the scenery that unfolds en-route will keep your spirits lifted<\/strong>. Now after that warning, let\u2019s look at the ways you can reach Mukteshwar – <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting To Mukteshwar By Air<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The domestic airport closest to Mukteshwar is the Pantnagar Airport<\/strong>. However, the Pantnagar Airport only has flight connectivity to the city of New Delhi<\/strong>. No matter where you\u2019re traveling from, you\u2019re going to need to fly to New Delhi in order to then fly to Mukteshwar. From this airport, it will take you 3 to 4 hours to reach Mukteshwar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting To Mukteshwar By Train<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you wish to take a train, you\u2019d have to book a ticket to Kathgodam Station<\/strong>. From this station, it would take approximately 2.5 hours to get to Mukteshwar by road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Road<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many tourists choose to drive to Mukteshwar by road from Delhi. It\u2019s roughly an 8.5-hour drive but thankfully, not too strenuous. You can consider making some stops en-route to break down the journey.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The quaint little hamlet of Mukteshwar is the perfect getaway Photo by Shivansh Singh<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Best Time To Explore Mukteshwar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best part about exploring Mukteshwar is that the weather here is pleasant year-round. <\/strong>Even summers here are surprisingly not that humid. The heat is bearable since it\u2019s a hill station and the maximum temperature is 27\u00b0C in the summers. You can come here between March and June to escape the heat in your city.<\/strong> If you wish to see some sparse snow and a sparsely white landscape, plan your time around January and December.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expect temperatures to be between 3 and 16\u00b0C during winters (October to February)<\/strong>. Mukteshwar turns green as monsoons breathe a new life into the scenery here. The monsoon here is from July to September and if you don\u2019t mind a little downpour, it is a good time to explore Mukteshwar.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7 Things To Do When Exploring Mukteshwar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy Yourself At Bhalu Gaad Waterfall<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve had a tiring day and just want to relax by a waterfall, then Balu Gaad is the place to head to when exploring Mukteshwar. You can dip your feet in the water and listen to the sounds of the waterfall that lets your mind, body and soul take a short recess.<\/strong> The water falls from a height of 60 feet so it\u2019s pretty cool to see. You would have to take a cab here as the waterfall is 30 to 40 minutes away from the hill station\u2019s center.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you reach the entry gate, it\u2019s a short, pleasant hike towards the waterfall. Don\u2019t worry, the trail is marked, which makes it easy to figure out where to go.<\/strong> Chances are that you\u2019d get to chill by the waterfall all by yourself because there are rarely moments where it\u2019s filled with tourists. Remember to carry a towel and an extra pair of clothes if you\u2019re going to swim in the water.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contemplate At The Mukteshwar Mahadev Temple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Not too far away from the viewpoint of Chauli Ki Jali, you\u2019ll find an old temple sitting in isolation and surrounded by some great scenery.<\/strong> There are a number of stairs to climb to reach the Mukeshwar Mahadev templ. But it can all be worth it once you get a glimpse of the views from there. The temple is not filled with many devotees like other temples which lets you have some peaceful time<\/strong>. The beauty of this temple is that it reminds you of how soothing the wilderness of nature can be.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Make your way to Mukteshwar Temple for some solitude Photo by Gaurav Bagdi<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cool Down At A Freshwater Lake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you want to make more refreshing excursions from Mukteshwar, you can visit any of the 4 freshwater lakes in the Kumaon hills. The lakes are Sattal, Bhimtal, Naukuchital and Nainital lakes. <\/strong>From the four, Bhimtal and Sattal are often less explored. You would have to drive for over an hour to any of these lakes. Only if you have enough time to kill, we\u2019d recommend that you visit a lake or two to soak in the calming atmosphere. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take Some Pictures At Chauli Ki Jali<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Have you heard of the phrase \u201ca view to die for\u201d? Well, that\u2019s exactly what you\u2019ll catch yourself saying if you visit Chauli Ki Jali at sunset in Mukteshwar. Photographers flip out on the view and it\u2019s nothing less than stunning.<\/strong> It\u2019s a cliff point at an altitude of 7500 feet which gives you unobstructed views of the entire valley. An upside is that it\u2019s also not too far away from the center of the hill station, you can get here in 10 to 15 minutes tops. You can try adventure sports like zip-lining and rock climbing here as well. <\/strong>There are many other thrilling outdoor activities<\/a> that you can try in Mukteshwar, so make sure you check them all out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit A Fruit Orchard<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mukteshwar is a hill station filled with plenty of fruit orchards and you\u2019ll probably start to notice it too when you\u2019re here. <\/strong>Make sure you visit some of the orchards that you find along the way. You\u2019ll have to take permission before entering any orchard because it\u2019s not always public property and could be part of some of the high-end resorts. If you get the chance to enter an apple or pear orchard, explore it responsibly without plucking any of the fruits.<\/strong> Don\u2019t even think about littering because it would only bring harm to the fruit farm. After visiting the orchards, you can try some fresh fruit juice at stalls that mostly lie in close proximity to these huge orchards.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Visit plenty of apple orchards in Mukteshwar Photo by Jen Theodore<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Shop For Souvenirs <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Two of the most interesting stores that you can visit in Mukteshwar to pick something up to take back home are The Nirvana Organic Store and Kilmora Handicraft Stores.<\/strong> You can pick a few handmade items that are made locally from here. Choco House Chocolatiers is another interesting shop where you can buy some yummy handmade chocolates.<\/strong> If you love cheese, make sure you also get your hands on some insanely good cheese at Darima Farms. The place is run by Pritam Bhattay who trained to be a cheesemaker in Italy. You get to try out a variety of Italian cheeses without having to travel to Europe!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shop for organic produce and local handmade souvenirs in Mukteshwar Photo by Priscilla Du Preez<\/a>\u00a0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Try Out The Caf\u00e9s<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For some lip-smacking Mukteshwar food<\/a>, you must make your way to the many caf\u00e9s you\u2019ll find as you explore the hilly hamlet of Mukteshwar. Some of the best ones that you\u2019ll run into are – Nirvana Organic Kitchen, Chirping Tales Caf\u00e9, Caf\u00e9 Chandi Mati and The Birdcage.<\/strong> Most of the seating options at these restaurants offer beautiful picturesque views, which is a bonus. Another upside is that most of these best restaurants to eat at in Mukteshwar are minutes away from the <\/strong>goSTOPS hostel <\/strong><\/a>in Mukteshwar.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Exploring Mukteshwar lets you feel relieved of any tiredness. It\u2019s a great destination to rejuvenate, escape the tourist noise and give into giving yourself a break. <\/strong>But if the deafening quietness of Mukteshwar makes you feel like you\u2019d need a fellow traveler to talk to, you\u2019d probably find that at goSTOPS<\/a>. Our hostels have cozy corners for you to isolate and spaces where you can find company when you feel like trying some thrilling activities in Mukteshwar.<\/strong> Enjoy the best of both worlds by staying at goSTOPS<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Is Mukteshwar Worth Visiting?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mukteshwar is worth visiting if you\u2019re on the hunt for a quiet offbeat vacation where you can rejuvenate while the Kumaon hills keep you company. The weather in Mukteshwar is also pretty pleasant throughout the year which makes it worth visiting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is Famous In Mukteshwar?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mukteshwar is famous for the surreal scenery of the Kumaon hills and orchards. It\u2019s slowly also becoming popular for the number of adventure activities it offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Many Days Are Enough For Mukteshwar?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mukteshwar is a place to rejuvenate and travel at a slow pace. A weekend could be enough if you just want to go on a quick getaway. But you can also easily spend 4 or more days exploring the natural landscape of Mukteshwar. It depends on what you want out of your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which Is The Best Time To Visit Mukteshwar?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The weather in Mukteshwar is pleasant throughout the year so you can visit this hill station anytime you feel like it. Many tourists choose to visit Mukteshwar between March to June as it\u2019s summer and hill stations are perfect to get some relief from the unbearable heat.
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