Baleshwar Temple is an pristine temple located in Champawat city of Uttarakhand state. This famous ancient temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, which is known here as named of Baleshwar. This is said about the temple that this temple was built in the middle of the 10th or 12th century. There are two other temples in Baleshwar temples campus, in which one is dedicated to "Ratneshwar" and another temple is dedicated to "Champawati Durga". Made of an artificial architecture, In the walls of this temple, the currencies of different human beings and beautiful statues of gods-goddesses have been made. There are more than half a dozen Shivlinga established in this temple complex. It is a popular pilgrim centre of Champawat. Actually, it is a group of temples, which were built by the Chand dynasty. During the Maha Shivaratri in Baleshwar temple, a grand fair is organized, in which devotees gather in a large number.
.By Flight
The nearest airport is Pantnagar, which is located about 160 km from Champawat.
By Train
The nearest railway station in Champawat is Tanakpur, which is located about 61 km from Champawat city.
By Road
Baleshwar Temple is located at a distance of about 450 meters from Champawat.
The journey of Baleshwar Temple can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of October to May. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable. During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to snowfall on the surrounding hills in the winter season, the temperature of here goes down very much. Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of heavy rains threatening landslides.