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📍 Bageshwar, Uttarakhand
🏛️ Sightseeing Attraction

Shikhar Temple

Shikhar Temple (also revered as Mool Shikhar Mandir or Shikhar Mahadev) is a high altitude sacred Shiva shrine sitting high on the highest peak near Kapkot...

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About Shikhar Temple

Shikhar Temple (also revered as Mool Shikhar Mandir or Shikhar Mahadev) is a high altitude sacred Shiva shrine sitting high on the highest peak near Kapkot, roughly 18 km from Bageshwar. Situated at an elevation of over 2,250 meters, this ancient stone temple commands striking 360 degree panoramic vistas of the snow capped peaks of Trishul, Nanda Devi, and Maiktoli.

Shikhar Temple in Bageshwar, Uttarakhand

Revered by local mountain communities as a powerful manifestation of Lord Shiva, devotees climb up the scenic forest trail passing through oak, pine, and rhododendron woods to ring brass bells and seek blessings for rain and community prosperity. Pilgrims touring northern Uttarakhand cherish the serene meditative solitude and pristine mountain air.

Truth is, early morning sunrise over the high peaks from this vantage is pure bliss. Temple darshan is open daily from sunrise to sunset with free entry for all travelers.

How to Reach Shikhar Temple

  • By Air: Pantnagar Airport (PGH) is located about 200 km southwest, connected with flights from Delhi and Dehradun. Taxis take roughly 6.5 hours via Almora and Bageshwar.
  • By Train: Kathgodam Railway Station (KGM) is situated 170 km away, offering express train connections to Delhi, Kolkata, and Lucknow.
  • By Road: Reachable via road from Bageshwar to Kapkot (18 km), followed by an exhilarating 4 km uphill trek through scenic forest trails to the summit temple.

Best Time to Visit Shikhar Temple

The best months to visit Shikhar Temple are from March to June and September to November when mountain weather is pleasant and trails are clear.

  • Spring & Summer (March to June): Blooming rhododendrons carpet the hills with vibrant crimson flowers, with daytime temperatures between 12°C and 22°C.
  • Autumn & Winter (September to February): Crisp, sunny weather offering crystal clear views of the Greater Himalayas, though winter mornings are chilly.
  • Monsoon (July to August): Heavy rains make the trekking trail muddy, so caution is advised.
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Helpful Information

Frequently Asked Questions about Shikhar Temple

Essential visitor information regarding timings, entry tickets, location, nearby attractions, and travel guide in Bageshwar.

Shikhar Temple is situated at an elevation of approximately 2,250 meters (7,380 feet) above sea level atop the Shikhar mountain ridge.

Travelers take a taxi from Bageshwar to Kapkot (18 km) and then complete a scenic 4 km uphill trek through oak and rhododendron forests to the temple summit.

Yes, on clear days the summit offers grand unobstructed views of high Himalayan peaks including Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Nanda Kot.

The temple remains open from sunrise (6:00 AM) to sunset (6:00 PM) daily.

No, entry and darshan at Shikhar Temple are completely free of charge for all visitors.

Travel Notes

Traveler Notes

kavinder singh

The village name is JHOPDA/JHOPRA Not SOPRA as mentioned.in shikhar rout from Kapkot to sopra.


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