Koteshwar Mahadev Temple is located in bank of Alaknanda River , Rudraprayag District, Uttarakhand in Garhwal Region and about 3 km from Main Market . Koteshwar Mahadev is mainly dedicated to Lord Shiva. The fact that the temple is located inside a cave which is near the bank of the holy river Alaknanda that gives panoramic Scenic view of nature and  draws the attention of many tourists and devotees. The cave of the Koteshwar Mahadev Temple is a part of the two altitudinous majestic hills which contain over 1000 naturally occurring ancient Shivalingas, and the prominent thing is that around 10-15 Shivalinga are visible while coming down to the temple. Cave of temple is 150 m approx from road head where one can buy “Pooja ka Saman” easily

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History of Koteshwar Mahadev Temple

Koteshwar Mahadev Temple has a rich mythological background. There are two Mythological history connected with this temple. According to some legends, Lord Shiva meditated here in Koteshwar while his way to Kedarnath. And according to some other, there was a demon named Bhasmasur, who attained the power from Lord Shiva by perfoming years of meditaion to turn anyone into ashes through his single Touch. After receiving this vardaan from Lord Shiva, his greed took over him and he tried to destroy Lord Shiva by killing him and attain eternal Aura. So, Lord Shiva in order to save himself from Bhasmasur, hide in the cave of Koteshwar (which is now known as the Koteshwar Mahadev Mandir) and sought help from Lord Vishnu by meditating inside the cave. After which, Lord Vishnu saved Lord Shiva by taking the avatar of “Mohini” . Demon Bhasmasur attracts towards Mohini’s dance and excitedly touch his own head and killed himself. Devotees from far away places visit here Koteshwar Dham Temple to take blessings from lord shiva.

Things to do in Koteshwar Mahadev Temple | Activities to do near Koteshwar Mahadev Temple

Meditaion : Far from rush and crowd , situated in bank of Alaknanda River – Koteshwar Mahdev temple is one of best location where you will love to meditate . Chirping sound of birds, flowing sound of Alaknanda Pure water will give a Nature Relaxing Therapy. Scenic nature views, devotion of people, temple bell sound will surely gonna heal you from inside.

Explore Rudraprayag: Rudraprayag is one of the 5 prayag where holy Alaknanda and Holy Mandakani River meet. One can explore “Sangam” that will surely excites you. One can Explore Rudraprayag market , can buy traditional pahadi stuffs like “Pahadi Topi”, Baal Mithai – pahadi Sweet and can enjoy some delicious Pahadi Cusinies

Famous Tourist Attractions near Koteshwar Mahadev Temple | Places to Visit near Koteshwar Mahadev Temple

Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Koteshwar Mahadev Temple is Located in bank of Alaknanda River, Rudraprayag District, Uttarakhand in Garhwal Region. Devotees from far away places visit here Koteshwar Dham Temple to take blessings from lord shiva. If you are planning to visit here, you can explore famous tourist’s attractions near Koteshwar Dham. Few of the places are:

1. Dhari Devi Temple
2. Kartik Swami Temple
3. Augustmuni Town
4. Karmajeet Temple
5. Basukedar Temple
6. Syalsaur
7. Ukhimath Town
8. Omkareshwar Temple
9. Tungnath Mahadev Temple
10. Chopta Valley
11. Makkumath