Muktinath tour info
Muktinath tour is a pilgrimage tour popular between Hindus, Buddhists and Vaishnavas pilgrims. Muktinath temple located in Muktinath valley lies in the district of Mustang situated about 18 kilometers, Northeast of Jomsom at an altitude of about 3800 meters above sea level. The word ‘Muktinath’ separation two Sanskrit word Mukti and Nath, Mukti means Salvation and Nath mean god and Nirvana so It holds great significance for all spiritual people. Hindus call it Muktikshetra ‘Place of salvation’ is one of the four religious sites “Chardham” and it is also one of the 51 Sakti peetams. Some people called this place Salagrama, Many Shaligrams found here are considered by Hindu as incarnation of lord Vishnu and worship them and Buddhist worships Vishnu as Avalokiteshvara. According to Hindu Myth lord Vishnu turned into Shaligram because of Brinda’s Curse. Muktinath lies in the Annapurna conservation area where entry fee required. ACAP entry fee is Rs. 200.00 per person for all SAARC nationals and Rs. 2000.00 per person for others foreign nationals.
Muktinath it is considered to be one of the holiest places for pilgrimage of Hindus, Buddhists, and Vaishnavas. There are 108 water springs and this number carries great significance in Eastern philosophy. In Hindu astrology, there are 12 zodiacs or Rashi and 9 planets or Graha, giving a total of 108 combinations. Also there are 27 Lunar mansions or Nakshatras which are divided in 4 quarters or Padas each giving a combination of 108 Padas in total. There are different ways to get to Muktinath by flight (Pokhara to Jomsom), by Drive 12-15 hrs and by foot which takes 7/8 days walking beside that we operate muktinath yatra by Helicopter from Pokhara and Kathmandu. Muktinath is opened year round but especially in Rishitarpani, Ram Nawami, and Bijay Dashami thousands of pilgrims gather here to celebrate the festival. Best seasons to visit Muktinath are from March to May and October. In November and February it can be cold, but not very difficult to travel. In front of Muktinath Temple there are 2 Kunda (Water pond), Where holy dip is believed it can wash away negative karma, the results of one’s past negative actions.
Muktinath temple features 108 different waterspouts which is probably why the Buddhists call it Chumig Gyatsa, Tibetan for ‘Hundred Waters’. The different elements of earth, fire and water are artistically combined at this sacred place of worship to create a special atmosphere where one truly feels that they can find salvation. Hence the Hindus call the temple ‘Mukti Kshetra’ which means ‘place of salvation’. Do not hesitate for any inquiry regarding Muktinath tour; we try to provide you the best information about Muktinath Darsan Yatra. If given Muktinath yatra itinerary is not suitable for you, we design another itinerary according to your desire and duration of holidays. Base camp trekking operate Muktinath tour/ Muktinath yatra as per your requirements; if you need more information about Muktinath tour/ Muktikshetra yatra fell free to contact us.
