Almora Attractions

Jageshwar near Almora is a prestigious Hindu religious location. There is a mythological belief that it is the abode of one among the twelve Jyothirlingas. The temple Jageshwar is the Siva temple has the legacy of one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. Jageshwar assumes importance and considered as sacred as the rivers Surabhi and Nandini flows down and joins at this place.

This place is renowned for having 124 temples and has many super statues demonstrating the craftsmanship during that period. The oldest temple among is Mrityunjaya, and Dindeshwara carries the credit of being the biggest. Jageshwar temple, an ancient Shiva temple, is a highly revered temple complex, built between 8th and 18th centuries, housing 108 temples.

The temples are surrounded by the lusting greenery of pine and fur forests. The musical breeze brings a seclude atmosphere to this temple lawn. The Jageshwar Shiva temple has a special archaeological significance also as the architecture of this temple is exceptionally different and demands a closer look. The architecture and superb carvings reflect the cultural efficacy and Buddhists influence.