Koteshwar Mahadev Temple

Koteshwar Mahadev Temple is a sacred place and temple of Lord Shiva on the holy banks of Alaknanda river. Located near the Rudraprayag town, Koteshwar Mahadev Temple is located in a cave with the Alaknanda flowing just few meters away. Legends believe that Lord Shiva meditated here while on his way to Kedarnath. Pilgrims from far away places visit Koteshwar temple to take blessings of Lord Shiva.

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Rudraprayagon the banks of Alaknanda river along Rudraprayag District Courts road
4.3 kms / 9 mins
From Rudraprayag Bus Stand, Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand 246171
30 mins

Koteshwar Mahadev Temple in Rudraprayag

Koteshwar Mahadev Temple Mythology

As per mythology, when devil Bhasmasur try to kill Lord Shiva from his power, Lord Shiva ran away from the devil and mediated at Koteshwar cave for lord vishnu's help. After that Lord Vishnu killed the devil Bhasmasur.

Koteshwar Mahadev

How To Reach Koteshwar Mahadev Temple

Koteshwar Mahadev Temple is located at 3 km from Rudraprayag . Take the Rudraprayag-Pokhari road after crossing the bridge on the Kedarnath Highway in Rudraprayag city. The temple is situated on the Rudraprayag District & Sessions Court Road. To reach Koteshwar Temple, you’ll need to walk approximately 300 meters downhill. The temple complex provides stunning views of Alaknanda river and features a cave shrine where multiple streams of water flow from rocks, enhancing its serene beauty.

Rudraprayag is well connected and one can reach Koteshwar Mahadev Temple by hire taxi or take sharing jeep or bus from Rudraprayag. Nearest railway station to reach Koteshwar Mahadev Temple is at Dehradun (183 kms) or Rishikesh railway station (142 kms). Nearest airport for Koteshwar Mahadev Temple is Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (159 kms).

Location of Koteshwar Mahadev Temple

Koteshwar Mahadev Temple is located in Rudraprayag ( on the banks of Alaknanda river along Rudraprayag District Courts road).

What is Koteshwar Mahadev Temple famous for?

Koteshwar Mahadev Temple is popular place for following activities/ interests - Shiva Temples.