Muktinath is a Vishnu Temple situated in the foot of Thorong-La mountain pass in Mustang Nepal. It is situated at an altitude of 3,800 mtr which is considered as world’s highest temple. Muktinath Temple is sacred for both, people who practice Hinduism & Buddhism. Other name of Muktinath Temple is Saligrama Temple.
Word Muktinath is derived from two words Mukti (Salvation) & Nath (Master Or GOD), means God of Salvation. As per hindu mythology, Lord Vishnu got Mukti (Salvation) from Brind’s Curse at this place & that is why it. It believed that if someone visit this place he also attain Salvation & get free for cycle of birth & re-birth.
As per Vaishnava’s there are 108 divya desham temple in this universe & this temple is believed to one among 106 Divya Desham Temples situate on earth & situated in Nepal, rest other 105 are in India.
HOW TO REACH MUKTINATH
There are 02 ways to book your Muktinath Tour Package, one by Road & other by Air
By road : To take Muktinath Tour Package by road is having 02 options as described below.
By Jeep(Reserved) : As Jeep operates directly between Pokhara to Jomsom, it becomes the best mode of travel in case of road journey. It will be independent vehicle for you through-out the trip. Minimum passenger required is 06 paying adults OR in multiple of 06.
By Bus (Sharing) : If you are having low budget & want to cut on your transport cost, sharing bus is cheapest option to go to Muktinath. At prasent direct buses are available from Pokhara to Jomsom, where as one need to change buses in past. It will be a non-guided tour, guide charges shall be borne by guest if required.
By Air : 02 Options of Muktinath Temple Tour by air are as below.
By Flight (Individual) : Suitable for elderly person, person who want a comfortable journey OR scared of rough mountain terrain. Early morning from Pokhara You will board the flight to Jomsom (30 min). No, minimum passenger requirement, even a single person can travel.
By Helicopter (Charted) : This is the most comfortable and expensive way to Travel. In this plan a charted helicopter will fly for you from Pokhara To Muktinath (Jomsom) & will bring you back in same day within 04 hrs after having completed your all rituals at Temple. Charges ranges from USD 2000 To USD 2500 & 04 -06 person can travel depending on the weight of passengers.