ABOUT BAGESHWAR:

• The ‘Abode of Gods’ is an important pilgrim and tourist centre.
• It is located on the confluence of the rivers Saryu and Gomti about 90 kms from Almora.
• It is well known for its ancient Bagnath Temple and the annual Uttaraini fair held in January.
• Beautiful town is also a delight for adventure sports lovers.
• The famous Pindari, Sunderdunga and Kafni glaciers can be reached via Bageshwar.

MODE OF COMMUNICATION:

• Airport: Pantnagar Airport, Pantnagar (PGH), 206 kms away from Bageshwar town.
• Rail: Kathgodam Railway Station, Kathgodam, 180 kms away from Bageshwar town.
• Road: Well connected by road.

SIGHTSEEING AT A GLANCE:

For more information visit  https://bageshwar.nic.in/

ATTRACTIONS OF BAGESHWAR

Bagnath Temple:

• Bageshwar gets its name from this ancient temple of Lord Shiva, set in the heart of the town.
• According to mythological legends, sage Markandey lived here and the place was visited by Lord Shiva in the form of Bagh or tiger.
• A large number of pilgrims flock to the shrine, especially on Shivratri and on every Monday in the holy month of ‘Sharvan’.
• There are also group of temples dedicated to various Hindu deities.
• The main shrines among them are – the Bhairav temple, Dattatrey Maharaj, Ganga Mai temple, Hanuman temple, Durga temple, Kalika temple, Thingal Bhairav temple, Panchnam Junakhara and the Vaneswar temple etc.

Chandika Temple:

• Beautiful shrine is dedicated to Goddess Chandika.

ATTRACTIONS AROUND BAGESHWAR

Baijnath:

• 26 kms away from Bageshwar town.
• Historical and pilgrim site on Gwaldam motor road is set on the banks of river Gomti in Katyuri valley.
• It was once the capital of Katyuri dynasty and famous for the ancient temples dating back to 12^th and 13^th centuries.
• The ancient Shiva temple here is famous for the magnificent idol of Goddess Parvati.