Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Muktinath Temple




The famous temple of Muktinath lies in the district of Mustang and is situated 48 km north east of Jomsom at an altitude of about 3800 meters. The temple is situate on a high mountain range and is visited during fair weather. The famous Muktinath is a sacred & important pilgrimage place both for Hindus & Boudhists. Muktinath has been one such holy site, where thousands of devotees flock for attaining the much sought after moksha or freedom from the cycle of birth and rebirth.  The temple of Muktinath is small in comparison with other temples. It is one of the most ancient Hindu temples of God Vishnu. The pagoda style Muktinath Temple is a symbol of the religious harmony between both Hindus and Buddhists.

In front of Muktinath Temple there are 2 Kunda (Water pond), where holy dip is belived it can wash away negative karma. Around the temple is a wall from the temple which there are 108 waterspouts (Dhara) name of “Muktidhara”. The water from Gandaki river continuously flowing through the waterspouts.

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