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Baleshwar Temple

One of the oldest temples in Champawat, Baleshwar temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva was built around 10th century AD by the rulers of Chand Dynasty. Among the two temples in the campus, one is dedicated to Ratneshwar while the other is dedicated to Goddess Durga. An amazing example of architecture, the temple complex is mostly built of stone.

One of those structures, that is known not only because of its uniqueness, but also for its creators. A single handedly carved architectural marvel, situated about 5 km away from Champawat, Ek Hathiya ka Naula is named so, because it was literally carved by an artisan who had only one hand, over the span of a single night. If you are a fan of collating information and knowing more about architecture that is set in a particular style or era, and more importantly, is different and stands out in terms of the artisans employed in creating the work, you should not miss Ek Hathiya ka Naula, and for once, talk to the locals who will give you a clearer insight into the history of the monument. Read More

Gwal Devta, more popularly known as Goll Devta or Goril Devta, is a deity of enormous significance in the area, and is known to deliver justice and instill faith in his populace as their ruler prince. However, he became a victim of his cruel stepmother's plans and was drowned in a river nearby, locked in an iron cage. His faithful people bullt the temple in his memory, and believe he still presides over the town and metts out justice to the helpless and the needy. The temple at Golchaurh receives quite a lot of pilgrims throughout the year and is held in high esteem by all devotees. Read More

If you are fond of straying away from the usual mainstream tourist spots, you will choose Champawat. And if you're even more into the rustic exploration of the land where religion and spirituality culminate and originate for the rest of the country, you will visit Kranteshwar Mahadev. At a distance of about 6 kms from the district centre of Champawat, the temple is a small complex of stone made structures, and is locally known as the Kandev or Kurmapad. It is atop a hill at a height of 6000 meters, so you may want to be ready for a mini trek to it. What is more interesting, is the ever blooming red blossoms in the temple complex which provide a one of its kind visual treat. The panoramic view of the temple is simply majestic and worth your trip outside the town. it is the only picturesque temple of big religious significance in the locality perched on top of a hill, offering the most breathtaking sceneries. Read More

The particular hilly towns of North India, worship Lord Shiva of the Hindu mythology as their chief deity. It is believed that Shiva is the conqueror of death, and delivers all his devotees from every possible trouble and makes their life peaceful and successful. A wooden carved double storey structure in the area that is also the oldest and the most well preserved shrine of Lord Shiva in Champawat. The Nagnath Temple, as said by the locals, worships Lord Shiva in his perpetual form of the wielder of the serpentine creatures, signifying his detachment to the world, but also his love for the outcast creatures. Nag, in English, is the Indian cobra, and Shiva is known to wear the snake around his neck and has a certain fondness for it. The Nagnath Temple was built by Guru Gorakhnath, a noted sage of the hills. Despite the destruction caused by the Rohilla and Gorkha tribes, the temple has been restored and sports a very intricately carved wooden doorway of the 18th century Kumaoni style architecture. Visit here, to breathe in the air of the old world and witness some exclusive Kumaoni style architecture. Read More

Situated at an altitude of 1500 meters in the foothills of Garhwal Himalayas, Shyamla Tal is a beautiful lake town with umpteen amounts of greenery and freshness to it. Alongside the lake there is a Swami Vivekanand Ashram which is one of the highlights of the place and is a great for some meditation and self-exploration. Shyamla Tal or Shyamla lake has been named so as it looks like a mirror to the sky reflecting its blue tint all over itself. Besides the lake there is an old ashram dedicated to Sri Vivekanand and managed by the Ramakrishna Mission. Sitting by the lake and staring in to the vast greenery and the Himalayan peaks one cannot help but be awestruck by the beauty of the place. Read More