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52 kms from Nainital, Mukteshwar set atop a high ridge, is a beautiful Himalayan resort.

Surrounded by fruit orchards and thick coniferous forest, it provides a majestic view of the Himalayas and the Almora town below in glittering moonlit nights.

The famous Indian Veterinary Research Institute is also located here.

Season :
Round the year

Altitude:
2286 mts.

EXCURSIONS:

Ramgarh:
(26 kms) A picuresque hamlet in the heart of apple, plum. peaches and apricot orchards. This fruit belt of Kurnaon is famous for its juicy fruits all over India.

Bhowali:
(40 kms) Situated at an altitude of 1706 rnts. on the main Haldwani-AIrnora road, Bhowali is a popular health resort.

Ghorakhhal:
(37 kms) Famous for the temple of Gollu Devta, a derni-god highly revered by the Kurnaoni people. The famous Sainik School of India is also located here.

ACCESSIBILITY
Rail:
Nearest railhead is Kathgodam, 72 kms.

Road:
Well connected by a motorable road. Nainital - 50 kms. Haldwani - 49 kms, via Bhimtal.