The most enthralling point is that the Muktinath Temple is accessible by 500 steps carved into the rocky surface of a hill. Just across the India-Nepal border, at a height of 3,800 meters, is a most incredible temple with a fantastic history.
There is a rock bridge that leads to the Muktinath Temple which is built in a 10 ft. deep cave with its natural walls intact. The shrine has been built in a half-stupa shape and has four pillars supporting it from all sides. It also contains a Samadhi of sage ‘Vyas’ along with Vishnu’s avatar Shesh at a place facing west outside the Shikhar Ambabari.
Muktinath was originally two separate worship centers: a Buddhist center called Gupha and a Hindu center dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Both sites dating back to about A.D. 500, together form the site of the present-day Muktinath Temple. The Buddhist temple was given to Hindus by King Ashoka so they could convert it to their use, although the original Mahabodhi Temple at Bodhgaya still retains its Buddhist origin.
Story Behind Muktinath Temple:
Muktinath Temple is in the Hindu Kush Himalayan region, in the Mustang district of Nepal. The temple is located at an elevation of 3,710 meters (12,170 feet) above sea level. It is situated at a distance of approximately 325 kilometers (200 mi) northeast of Kathmandu.
The Tibetan Buddhist nuns are the customary concierges of the Muktinath Temple. The temple is said to be home to twenty-one Taras and goddesses like Goddess Lakshmi, Goddess Saraswati, and more. The Muktinath Temple is also called the home for loads of Dakinis. The Dakinis considered as Sky Dancers are vigorous and lively female beings who bring the movement of power and vigor in space.
Muktinath Temple - Route Map:
Now let us begin on our journey. The most crucial part of this journey is the weather. During the winters, one can visit Muktinath Temple without any trouble by trekking on foot, but in summers taking a vehicle is necessary to safely reach the destination on time. Therefore, booking the Muktinath Temple tour during winter is highly recommended.
The next day you will be picked up from the Hotel and start the Muktinath Temple tour via Jomsom, which is a full-day journey. By evening, you will reach Jomsom (2890 m). The jeeps that run on the roadway are not air-conditioned and do not provide seat belts as it is illegal to do so.
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