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Legends mention that Lord Shiva – the Destroyer of the Hindu Trinity, had wandered around Bageshwar as a tiger. Hence, the place came to be known as ‘Bageshwar’ - the land of Tiger Lord.
It is an important center for Shiva worshippers. But there are many historic and tourists places in and around Bageshwar as well, which can be visited on tour to Bageshwar.
The Bagnath Temple – an ancient Shiva temple situated in the heart of the town is the most important destination on any tour to Bageshwar. Believed to have been built by the Kumaon king, Laxmi Chand, in about 1450 A.D, this temple is revered by all. Devotees gather here on every Monday of the holy month of ‘Shravan’ to worship the Lord. A massive fair is held here on the occasion of ‘Shivaratri’ every year. Thousands of pilgrims flock to the shrine during the fair.
There are also a cluster of temples dedicated to various Hindu deities. Prominent among these are the Bairav temple, Dattatrey Maharaj, Ganga Mai temple, Hanuman temple, Durga temple, Kalika temple, Thingal Bhirav temple, Panchnam Junakhara and the Vaneshwar temple.
Other noted sites worth visit during tour to Bageshwar are the Chandika Temple, Shri Haru Temple lying about 5 km from Bagheswar, and Gauri Udiyar featuring a huge cave enshrining idols of Lord Shiva.
Bageshwar is also a popular destination for trekking enthusiasts, and your tour to Bageshwar may also include exclusive trek trips to reach the Pindari, Kafni and Sunderdhunga glaciers.
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