Kedareshwar Temple, Mandhata, Madhya Pradesh

Kedareshwar Temple, Mandhata, Madhya Pradesh

Kedareshwar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located at Mandhata island near Omkareshwar in Punasa Tehsil in Khandwa District in Madhya Pradesh, India. The temple is situated in Mandhadha, a riverine island in Narmada River. The temple is located on the path of Parikrama of Omkareshwar.

History

This temple was constructed in the 13^th century CE by the Paramara rulers.

The Temple

The temple is facing towards east. The temple is pancharatha on plan. The temple consists of sanctum and an entrance porch. The sanctum enshrines the presiding deity, Kedareshwar, in the form of Shiva Linga within a circular yonipitha. Nandi can be seen before the temple facing towards the sanctum. The shikara follows nagara style. The exterior walls are devoid of any decorations.

Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 1 Km from Omkareshwar Temple, 1.5 Kms from Omkareshwar Bus Stand, 12 Kms from Mortakka, 12 Kms from Sanawad Railway Station, 17 Kms from Barwaha, 52 Kms from Punasa, 70 Kms from Khandwa, 78 Kms from Indore and 88 Kms from Indore Airport. The temple is situated in Mandhata at about 12 Kms from Mortakka off Indore to Sanawad route.

Location