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Madmaheshwar Temple, located in Gaundar village in the Garhwal Himalayas, Uttarakhand, is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple is at an elevation of 3497 m. This temple is one of the Panch Kedar pilgrimages, where there are 5 Shiva temples in the Garhwal region. The middle or belly part, which is also called the Nabhi of Lord Shiva, is worshipped here. This temple is believed to have been built by the Pandavas from the Mahabharata. There are two other small temples inside this complex, one for Goddess Parvati and one for Ardhanarishwara.
Location
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The temple, located in the Garhwal Himalayas in a village called Gaudar, is surrounded by the snowy peaks of Chaukhamba, Neel Kanth and Kedarnath in a green valley. The Kedar Hills gives a beautiful view of the mountain formation with many glaciers that also include the Mandakini River. When Pandavas looked for Lord Shiva in Varanasi and reached the Garhwal Hills, Bheema separated two mountains to look for Shiva. That is when different parts of his body formed temples in different places.
How To Reach
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By Air: Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest one to Madmaheshwar Temple, which is 253 km away.
By Rail: Haridwar railway station is the nearest one, which is 202 km away from Ukhimath.
By Road: there are direct buses and taxis to Ukhimath from Rishikesh Dehradun Delhi and many more places around to reach the temple.
Places To Visit In And Around Madmaheshwar Temple
1. Tungnath
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Tungnath is the highest Shiva temple in the world, which is part of the Panch Kedar Temples. This temple is located in the Rudraprayag district, located at an altitude of 3680 m below the peak of Chandrashila. The mountains of this temple form the Mandakini and Alaknanda rivers. It is believed that this temple is more than 3000 years old, which is linked to the Pandavas of the Mahabharata. It is believed that the arms of Lord Shiva are present in Tungnath. T
Timings: 6 AM – 7 PM
Distance From The Temple: 16.3 km
2. Kalimath Temple
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Kalimath Temple is located in Rudraprayag District which is at an altitude of 6,000 feet on the Saraswati River. This temple is dedicated to the goddess Kali, which is one of the Shakti peethas. An eternal flame burns in the temple. Sri Yantra is worshipped in the temple. The idol of the goddess Kali is taken out every year on one day to perform puja by the chief priest in the temple. The temple in which the village is located is also the place of birth of Kalidas. There are also many ancient temples around this temple.
Timings: 5 AM – 9 PM
Distance From The Temple: 15.3 km
3. Kedarnath Temple
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Kedarnath temple is one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva that is located in the Garhwal Himalayas and situated at an altitude of 3580 metres. This temple is also one of the pilgrimage sites of the Chota Chardham. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and it is one of the most powerful Shiva temples in the world. This temple is also a part of the Pancha Kedar. It is believed that the hump or the spine of Lord Shiva is located in this place.
Timings: 4 AM – 9 PM
Distance From The Temple: 18.5 m
4. Gaurikund
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Gaurikund is a Hindu pilgrimage site that is also a base camp for the trek to Kedarnath Temple. It is located in Uttarakhand, which is situated at an altitude of 6502 feet above sea level in the Garhwal Himalayas. This temple is associated with Goddess Parvati, who is Shiva’s wife. This place is believed to be where Goddess Parvati, also known as Gauri, lived while carrying out practices to win over Shiva’s affection and also this is where Lord Shiva admitted his love for her. This is also the place where Parvati gave life to Lord Ganesha.
Timings: 4 AM – 9 PM
Distance From The Temple: 18.8 km
5. Deoria Tal
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Deoria Tal, located in Uttarakhand, is a lake that is 3 km away from the Ukhimath and Chopta roads. This lake is surrounded by beautiful scenery and is situated at an altitude of 2438 m in the Garhwal Hills. This lake is surrounded by wooded and lush green surroundings with snow-covered mountains of Chaukhamba. This lake is known for its many activities, like night camping, jungle trekking, mountain trekking and many more. It is also written in the Vedic scriptures that the vast population of India’s sacred devas bathed in this lake.
Timings: 24*7
Distance From The Temple: 15.5 km
Where To Stay
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There are few hotels located near the temple that provide basic facilities to the visitors. There are not many luxurious facilities or luxurious hotels available nearby, but most of them are well maintained with safety, security and hygiene, along with other facilities provided, such as bathrooms, bedrooms, dining options, etc. A few of those hotels are Holiday Hills Home Stay, Kedar Camp Resorts, Snow And Shade Resorts, The Hills Inn, Alpine Resort, Bajwal Homestay Guest House and many more.
Where To Eat
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There are not many varieties of options available at restaurants near the temple, but they are well maintained with simple and local cuisine, which is delicious. Most of the dining options are available at the homestays, which are comfortable and serve good food. A few restaurants are Shivansh Cafe, Resto N Rooms, Hotel Devdham, Hotel Pahadi Kitchen and R. Narayan Pleasant Inn Hotel.
Best Time To Visit
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The temple is open only from May to November from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The best time to visit the temple is between the months of May to June and September to October because during these months the weather is ideal and safer to travel. During the extreme winter and rainy season, the climate is very cold and unpredictable, which is also not safe to trek, travel and also visit nearby places in this region.
Other Factors To Consider
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Average Cost Of The Trip
Considering the amount for accommodation near the temple along with food and other facilities it may cost up to ₹1000-1500 rupees per day. When the cost of travel is included through train, bus or taxi then it can cost up to ₹1500-3000.
Tips For Travellers
- Wear good trekking shoes and carry trekking poles.
- Be aware of the trail while climbing, as it can be slippery.
- Carry thick clothing.
- Track your health conditions while climbing higher.
- Carry water and food.
Madmaheshwar Temple, located in Uttarakhand, is a part of the Garhwal Hills Panch Kedar. This sample is located at a high altitude and is surrounded by beautiful mountains that are rich with flora and fauna. This is an amazing place to explore, with many places nearby that are fascinating. Plan a trip with TripXL and have an amazing experience creating someone forgettable memories.
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