Koteshwar Mahadev Temple,
Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand
Koteshwar Mahadev Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to
Lord Shiva, located near Rudraprayag Town in Rudraprayag district, in the Indian state of Uttarakhand.
It is one of the famous Shiva temples in the state of Uttarakhand, situated in
a cave and attracts thousands of tourists every year. One of the unique aspects
of this temple is that devotees believe the idols worshipped here were formed
naturally after Lord Shiva meditated here.
Legends
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The Temple
This is a cave temple, situated on the banks of
Alaknanda River. The idols present in the cave are Lord Shiva, Parvati,
Hanuman, Ganesha and Durga. The most unique aspect of this cave temple is that the
cave houses many idols and it is believed that all these idols are formed
naturally. Drops of water seeping through the cave drop on the Lingam. Unlike
the custom followed by most of the other temples in the region, the idols are
not brought out frequently or even annually. It is taken out in a procession
only once in four years.
Festivals
Mahashivaratri is one of the most important festival in
this Temple. The idol of Koteshwar Mahadev is brought out once every four years
in a palanquin; decorated with colorful flowers, dazzling ornaments and a
golden crown. The idol is provided shade under an attractive and strikingly
designed golden umbrella.
Prayers
It is believed that Koteshwar Mahadev is famous for
granting boons to the childless couples.
Connectivity
The Temple is located at about 5 Kms from Rudraprayag, 5
Kms from Rudraprayag Bus Stand, 36 Kms from Karnaprayag, 46 Kms from Ukhimath,
143 Kms from Rishikesh Railway Station, 160 Kms from Dehradun Airport and 388
Kms from New Delhi Airport. The Temple is situated on Rudraprayag to
Karnaprayag Route.
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