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Muktinath Temple (Chumig Gyatsa)

Introduction:
Muktinath Temple (Chumig Gyatsa) is symbol of the religious symbiosis between both Hindus
and Buddhists. Hindu believes that lord Vishnu got salvation from curse of Brinda (wife of
Jalandhar) here. Therefore he is worshipped as Muktinath (Lit. the lord of salvation). The holy
shrine, which is said to have risen on its own, is one of eight such shrines (the others include
Srirangam, Sri Mushnam, Tirupati, Naimisaranyam, Thottadri, Pushkaram and Badrinath).

This Pagoda Style Muktinath Temple is also one of 108 Vaishnava shrines. Here in the early
19th century the Hindus consecrated a Vishnu temple and named is Muktinath - Lord of
Liberation. Against a backdrop of incredible starkness you can sit and stare to the south the
snow covered Annapurna range, or to the north the Tibetan plateau
Meaning:
Muktinath Temple word is derived from Mukti and Nath. Mukti means Salvation or Nirvana
and Nath mean god or Master. Mukti holds great significance for all spiritual people in the
south Asian sub-continent. Muktinath this sanskrit name itself has religious overtone and a
sort of emotional ring to it for the devout Hindus.

Importances:
According to Hindu Myth it is belief that this world is "MAYA" (an illusion) of life cycle of birth
and rebirth. Everybody seek to get rid of this cycle and get nirvana. A visit to Muktinath will
help to achieve this goal. There are 108 waterspouts in the back yard of this temple called as
Muktidhara where froozen water are continuously flowing from the bull head and two Kunda
(ponds in front of the temple). Taking bath in these 108 waterspouts and two kunda belive
that it brings them salvation.

Location:
Muktinath Temple is located at the laps of snowcapped mountains at Thorong-La mountain
pass at an altitude of 3710 meters above sea level in Mustang district of Nepal. This temple is
covered in one of the famous trekking route of Annapurna Circuit.
Travel Access:

Option 01: By Road - 2 nights (Kathmandu - Pokhara - Jomsom - Muktinath)

How to go to Muktinath Temple by road?

Muktinath Temple can be accessed by road way from Kathmandu to Pokhara following the
Prithivi Highway afterthat crossing Beni, Tatopani, Ghasa, Marpha, Jomsom and Kagbeni.

First halt: Muktinath Yatra via road begins from Pokhara and will be the good idea to spend
one overnight which is 206 km far from Kathmandu, 910 meters above sea level and journey
takes around 7 hours. Road are blacktop and comfortable for the journey. Whereas, Pokhara
is easily accessible by 25 minutes flight from Kathmandu. You can easily find different
catogories hotel from standard to five star level as per your choice. Most of the popular
hotels, shopping center and restaurant are located near Lakeside and they do accept the
major Credit Card, Visa Card, Master Card, AMX, and more. You can enjoy varities of foods
with live music and cutural dance shows in diffrent restaurant here.

Second halt: Pokhara to Muktinath by road might needs one night stop at Jomsom which is
located at an altitude of 2734 meters and 170 km far from Pokhara. Roads upto Beni - 100
km are blacktop and comfortable for the journey whereas next 70 km upto Jomsom are off
road. It might take 8/9 hours to reach at Jomsom. Please do not expect for the star hotel
here. Jomsom is also connected via air way from Pokhara. 15 minutes flight from Pokhara will
take you to the Jomsom. And on the same day you can visit Muktinath Temple and return
back to Jomsom as well.

On the very next day morning, walk for 25 minutes to catch a Jeep then 1:30 hour drive to
Ranipauwa - Jeep Station at Muktinath Temple (3710m) and again hike for 25 minutes till the
temple entrance. Have darshan/pooja at temple and either return directly to Pokhara or halt
at Beni.

Option 02: By Flight - 1 night (Kathmandu - Pokhara - Jomsom - Muktinath)

Which is the closest airport to Muktinath Temple?

Jomsom is the nearer airport to reach Muktinath Temple. There is no direct flight from
Kathmandu. First, take flight to Pokhara, then to Jomsom. Since, Jomsom is the windy place;
flights are operated in the early morning only if the weather permits. Sometimes flight might
get canceled due to bad weather. So, one night stay at Pokhara is must and takes next day
morning flight to Jomsom. 18 seats Twin Otter plane carries passengers in this route.

Option 03: By Helicopter - 1:30 hours (Kathmandu - Muktinath)

Muktinath Yatra by helicopter is operated from Kathmandu. Muktinath Temple is in just one
and half hour flying distance by helicopter. The helipad is located at Ranipauwa. From here
the temple can be reached via 30 minutes walking. Perform pooja/darshan at the temple and
fly back to Kathmandu.

Option 04: By Trek - 7 nights

Muktinath Temple can also be visited via adventurous trek. Fist get yourself at Pokhara and
trek starts from Nayapul (1 hr drive) following overnight stay at Tikhedunga, Ghorepani,
Tatopani, Ghasa, Marpha, Kagbeni then to Muktinath. The average walking duration are 7 to
8 hours per day.

What permits are required to visit this temple?

Muktinath Temple lies in conservation and trekking zone. So, two permits are required to
enter in this area. One is Annapurna Conservation Area Project Permit (ACAP) and another is
Trekker's Information Management System Permit (TIMS). It is restricted to enter in this zone
without collecting these two permits.

What are the best months to visit?

March, April, May, June, September, October and November are the best time to visit
Muktinath. During these months weather will be clear and snowcapped mountains can be
observed closely.

Muktinath Tour Package:

Muktinath Tour by Helicopter - 4 days Muktinath Tour from Kakarvitta - 4

Muktinath Yatra by Jeep - 8 days
Muktinath Tour - 5 days
Muktinath Package Tour - 7 days
Pashupatinath, Muktinath and Valmiki
Ashram Tour - 9 days
days
Muktinath Temple Tour - 5 days
Pashupatinath, Muktinath and Chitwan
- 9 days
Muktinath Darshan - 6 days
Kathmandu, Muktinath and Janakpur
Dham Tour - 6 days

Contact Muktinath Darshan:

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