The Nagnath Temple is one of the oldest and holiest Hindu shrines in the Champawat district of Uttarakhand. This sacred Shiva temple is revered by many Hindu devotees who come from far-off places to pay obeisance at the temple.
The Nagnath Temple is one of the oldest and holiest Hindu shrines in the Champawat district of Uttarakhand. This sacred Shiva temple is revered by many Hindu devotees who come from far-off places to pay obeisance at the temple.
Nag in English means ‘snake’ and Nath is referred to ‘Lord Shiva’ who has a penchant for snakes and wears it around his neck like a precious jewel. At Nagnath Temple, Shiva is worshipped in his perpetual form of the wielder of the serpentine creatures, signifying his detachment to the world and his inclination towards the outcast creatures.
The Nagnath Temple was built by a sage named Guru Gorakhnath. In the 18th century was temple was partially destroyed by the Gurkha and Rohilla invaders but now it is in good state.
The Nagnath temple exhibits the traditional Kumaoni architecture. One can see a double storey wooden structure along with a carved doorway that attracts everybody’s attention.
Nagnath Temple is located in In Champawat City ( Tehsil Rd, Champawat).
Nagnath Temple is located on the Tehsil road, Champawat. This holy shrine is situated near the Tehsil office and can be easily accessed from the major destinations of Uttarakhand. Tanakpur railway station is the nearest railhead. The Pantnagar airport is the closest air connectivity to the temple.
Nagnath Temple is popular place for following activities/ interests - Nag Devta Temples, Religious, Shiva Temples, Temples.
