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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