Gananath Mandir Almora Range,Uttarakhand
A popular cave temple of Lord Shiva, Gananath is situated near Satrali village (Takula) at an altitude of 2116 meters above sea level. This temple is at a distance of about 47 km from Almora and is visited by crowds of people during the fair organized on the occasion of Kartik Purnima. This fair is popular among the local people for its pomp and enthusiasm. Rhythmic hymns, catchy songs and charming folk dances fill the air of the temple with these joyful sounds. Gananath is a Shiva temple situated near Satrali village near Takula. This temple is famous for the water that seeps into the Shiva Linga from the aerial roots (jata in Hindi) of a tree. A place of religious importance amidst beautiful surroundings. During Kartik Purnima, crowds of people gather at Gananath Temple. Gananath is a Shiva temple situated near Satrali village near Takula. This temple is famous for the water that seeps into the Shiva Linga from the celestial roots.
