Sthala Purana
Mukthinath, located in Nepal’s Mustang district, is revered as one of the 108 Divya Desams and a Swayam Vyakta Kshetra. The temple is dedicated to Lord Sriman Narayana in the form of Mukthinath (Saligrama Murthy). According to tradition, Lord Vishnu manifested here to grant liberation (Mukti) to devotees. The sacred Saligrama stones found in the Gandaki River are worshipped as direct manifestations of Vishnu. The temple is also significant in Madhwa sampradaya, with references to Sri Vadirajaru and other saints who emphasized its sanctity.
What to See in the Kshetra Temple:
The main shrine with Saligrama deity. 108 Sacred Water Springs: Pilgrims bathe here for purification.
Jwala Mai Temple: Eternal flame burning from natural gas. Gandaki River: Source of Saligrama stones.
Scenic Himalayas: Panoramic views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.
Temple Timings Morning: 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM Evening: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
| Category | Swayam Vyakta Kshetras |
| address | Muktinath Temple Pilgrimage Site, Muktinath, Gandaki Province 33100, Nepal |
| state | West Bengal |
| district | Mustang |
| city | Muktinath |
| area | Annapurna Circuit, Himalayas |
| pincode | 33100 (Nep |
