35kms from Almora, Jageshwar is believed to be the abode of the twelve Jyotirlings. It is situated in a beautiful narrow valley surrounded by magnificent Deodar trees. Jageshwar is the cluster of large and small temples and of the Swayambhu (jyotrilinga). Leaving the main road behind, one moves into the beautiful valley of Jata Ganga at Aartola and passes by the Daneshwar temple along the way, innumerable Deodar trees tower above the grand temple complex. The complex, consisting of 120 temples and hundreds of statues, is famous for its exquisite craftsmanship. The main temple in the complex is dedicated to Bal Jageshwar, or Shiva the child. There is another dedicated to VridhJageshwar, situated on the higher slopes.