Set against the brilliant backdrop of legend and myth Baijnath is a small and delicate town situated on the banks of River Gomti. This beautiful spot lies in a flat valley called the Garur valley of Katyur and is surrounded by verdant rich green hills and beautiful terraced fields. Baijnath is located at a distance of 19kms from Kausani and 26 kms from Bageshwar. Baijnath was once a capital of the Katyuri Dynasty, during their reign it came to be known as Kartikeyapura. Baijanth is 81kms from the famous township Almora. In Kumaon region, Baijnath is amongst the famous place for its remote antiquity and historic importance.

Baijnath is renowned for its exquisitely carved and sculptured temples that were built by the Katyuri Kings that are some of the finest creations of the western Himalayas. The remains and ruins of the ancient glorious Katyuri kings lie at the banks of the Gomti River in the form of handful of temples. Among these, there is a temple, which is famous for its idol of Goddess Parvati, carved delicately out of black stone.

There are numerous legends that are popular and linked to God Shiva; the Trinity God of destruction and to Goddess Parvati, all these things contributes in to make this place a major attraction in Baijnath. Beyond 8 kms further following the Gwaldam road, one approaches to the famous and well-known Kotkimai temple. One can also visit the famous Pandusthal that lies nearby, which is said to be the legendary battle ground of the Kauravas and Pandavas.