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Jageshwar Temples

Almora, Uttarakhand, India

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Overview

A valley of 124 stone temples (7th–14th c.) huddled in a deodar cathedral — one of the twelve Jyotirlingas by many traditions.

Why visit: Kumaon's most magical sacred grove — mist, bells and a thousand years.

Things to do

›Mahamrityunjaya temple
›ASI museum
›Old cremation-ghat walk to Vriddha Jageshwar

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Travel Information

Best time

Year-round; Shravan mela

Entry fee

Free

Est. budget

₹500–1,500

Duration

Half day

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