History of Kamleshwar Mahadev Mandir Srinagar, Uttarakhand
Kamleshwar Mahadev Mandir is situated in Srinagar town in the Pauri Garhwal region which is located in Uttarakhand. It is considered to be one of the oldest temples in Uttarakhand. Kamleshwar mandir is dedicated to Lord Shiva and also this temple is one of the five Maheshwar Peethas of the Himalayas according to Kedarkhand. Legend has that at this place Lord Rama worshipped Lord Shiva by meditating his name for the atonement of his sins after killing Ravana, he offered him 1000 flowers one by one by chanting Lord Shiva’s name, to test him Lord Shiva took one flower, unable to find the remaining one flower Lord Rama decided to replace it with his one eye, Lord Shiva was impressed by Lord Rama and appeared before him and stopped him for giving his eye, that’s why Lord Rama is also called Kamleshwar (Kamal-Nayan).
This temple is also famous for a ritual that is performed on Kartik Chaturdashi, the couples who are unable to bear child come here and spend the whole night with a lamp and praying to Lord shiva all night hoping to get the happiness of having a child, the locals say that most of the couples have their prayer listened.
Main Highlights of Kamleshwar Mahadev Mandir Srinagar, Uttarakhand
Best time to visit: Shivratri, Kartik Chaturdashi, Achra Saptami
Region: Srinagar, Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand
Maximum altitude: 560m
Entry Fee: None
Timing: 6:00 AM to 7:00 pm
Shiva Linga is present in the main sanctum of the temple apart from that this temple also has the idols of Lord Ganesha, Adi Shankaracharya, Goddess Saraswathi, Goddess Ganga, Annapurna & Nandi.
Note: At the Achar Saptami which is the second day of Vasant Panchami, Lord Shiva is offered 52 types of dishes (Bhog).
How to reach Kamleshwar Mahadev Mandir Srinagar
The following map location shows the exact location of the Kamleshwar Mandir
BY AIR:
The nearest airport would be Jolly Grant Airport which is 151 km away from Kamleshwar mandir then you can take a taxi or bus.
BY TRAIN:
The nearest railway station is Rishikesh Railway station which is 104km away from Kamleshwar mandir.
BY ROAD:
Srinagar Garhwal is well connected via road to other districts of Uttarakhand, you can book a taxi or bus to Kamleshwar mandir easily from places like Dehradun, Haridwar & Rishikesh.
Places to visit near Kamleshwar Mahadev Mandir Srinagar, Uttarakhand
- Museum at HNB Garhwal University
- Keshorai Math
- Vishnu Mohini Temple
- Kilkileshwar Mahadev
- The hilltop
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- Hotel Taj Himalaya Khirsu
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FAQs about Kamleshwar Mahadev Mandir Srinagar, Uttarakhand
1. What is the best time to visit Kamleshwar Mandir?
You can visit any time of the year but the best time would be Shivratri, Kartik Chaturdashi & Achar Saptami (2nd day of Vasant Panchami).
2. What is the climate of Srinagar Garhwal?
As Kamleshwar Mandir is not situated at a high altitude the climate of the region i.e., Srinagar Garhwal is not cold, generally, in summers the daytime temperature can reach 35°C to 40°C and in winters it can go down to 2°C.
3. Is there a trek for Kamleshwar mandir?
No there is no trek the temple is in the city’s vicinity.
