{"id":288174,"date":"2021-11-17T16:55:55","date_gmt":"2021-11-17T11:25:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/traveltriangle.com\/blog\/?p=288174"},"modified":"2023-05-19T16:14:02","modified_gmt":"2023-05-19T10:44:02","slug":"mukteshwar-temple-in-pathankot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/traveltriangle.com\/blog\/mukteshwar-temple-in-pathankot\/","title":{"rendered":"Visit Mukteshwar Temple In Pathankot For A Spiritual Journey"},"content":{"rendered":"

Located near Pathankot on Shahpur Kandi Dam Road, this quaint temple houses the shrine of Lord Shiva and is also known as Mukesaran Mandir. Known to be as the most sacred places around Pathankot, this temple stands tall atop a hill and reflects the beauty and charm that it exudes as an important cultural landmark for locals living in and around Pathankot. It is a significant spiritual center for many devotees who come to worship here from all across the country. This holy temple also houses the idols of Gods of the Hindu religion like Lord Ganesha, Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, Lord Hanuman and Goddess Parvati.<\/em><\/p>\n

An ancient temple, it dates back to the time of Mahabharata and the legend has it that the Pandavas found respite in the caves that are situated on the banks of the Ravi River. According to the legends, the Pandavas stayed in those caves for a night during their exile and took refuge as their hiding place.<\/p>\n

The Mukteshwar Temple has a white marble shivling that looks absolutely stunning against the backdrop of the surrounding hills and the 250 steps of climb are totally worth it because of the striking views on the way up to reach the main shrine. The spiritual and peaceful aura of this place will leave you spellbound while you travel back in time.<\/p>\n

Mukteshwar Temple In Pathankot Information<\/h2>\n
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Location:<\/strong> Shahpur Kamdi Road, Pathankot
\nTimings:<\/strong> 6:00 am – 9:00 pm
\nPhotography:<\/strong> Not Allowed
\nState:<\/strong> Punjab
\nAarti timings:<\/strong> 5:30 am – 6:00 am at Sunrise \/ 7:00 pm at sunset
\nLangar food:<\/strong> Dal-Chawal is served as Langar food from 10 am to 6 pm.
\nTime required for sightseeing:<\/strong> 45-60 minutes.
\nBest Season To Visit:<\/strong> During or after Monsoon<\/p>\n

There\u2019s also a fair called the Mukesran Da Mela that is held annually at this place in April to mark the Baisakhi festival. Lots of pilgrims come to worship the idol of Shiva every year from ares across Punjab and nearby localities mainly on Mukesran mela and Shiv Ratri.<\/p>\n

Must Read:<\/strong> 12 Places To Visit In Punjab To Witness The True Beauty Of The State<\/a><\/p>\n

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