Madhyamaheshwar Temple | Timings & Panch Kedar Temples

Madhyamaheshwar Temple is one of the Pancha Kedar temples of Lord Shiva located in Mansuna village in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. Madhyamaheshwar Temple timings are from 06:00 am to 07:00 pm.

Peaks like Neel Kanth, Chaukhamba and Kedarnath surround the temple. Also, following the order of Panch Kedar Temples, it is the fourth, followed by Kalpswara Temple.

Maheshwar Temple Overview:

It would help if you visited Kedarnath, Tungnath and Rudranath temples before the Madhyamaheshwar temple. Also, Goundhar and Kalimath are two critical places on the way to Madhyamaheshwar Because Kalimath is a ‘Siddha Peetha’ and has great spiritual significance for pilgrims.

The temple has a North Indian style of architecture, and there is also a small shrine near the temple known as ‘Vriddha Maheshwar’. It is part of the 4 Dham Yatra Package in Uttarakhand.

What is the history of the Madhyamaheswara Temple?

According to history, the Pandavas founded the Madhyamaheshwar Temple. During the Mahabharata, the Pandavs killed their cousins, the Kaurvas. However, Lord Shiva hides from them and takes the form of a bull. After that, he hides in an underground safe place in Guptkashi.

Later, Shiva’s body parts, like a bull, were reconstructed in five places. The Pandavs built Shiva temples at these five places, known as ‘Pancha Kedar’ (Learn more about Char Dham Yatra). Madhyamaheshwar Temple is the place where they found Shiva’s navel.

Inside the temple’s sanctum sanctorum is a navel-shaped Shiva Lingam made of black stone. There are two other small temples, one for Parvati and the other for Ardhanarishwar.

Which festivals had celebrated in Madhyamaheshwar Temple?

Some of the festivals celebrated in Madhyamaheshwar Temple are:

Mahashivarathri:

This festival is in honour of Lord Shiva. Devotees believe he is the Adi mastermind, the source of Yogi Tradition. It observes through prayers, yoga and meditation in remembrance of Lord Shiva.

Dussehra:

It celebrates the victory of good over evil. Dussehra was marked when Lord Rama killed Ravana and established peace and prosperity. Devotees traditionally burn the effigy of Ravana.

Madhyamaheshwar Temple Timings:

Madhyamaheshwar Temple timings are from 6 am to 7 pm.

Day	Timings
Monday	6 am to 7 pm
Tuesday	6 am to 7 pm
Wednesday	6 am to 7 pm
Thursday	6 am to 7 pm
Friday	6 am to 7 pm
Saturday	6 am to 7 pm
Sunday	6 am to 7 pm

Panch Kedar Temples near Madhyamaheshwar mandir:

Madhyamaheshwar mandir is one of the Panch Kedar temples of Lord Shiva located in Mansuna village in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. Other Panch Kedar Temples are as follows:

Kedarnath Temple:

It is the first and most famous of the Panch Kedar temples of Lord Shiva. They had found a hump of Lord Shiva’s bull form in the Kedarnath temple. The temple remains closed during winter; during that time, devotees bring the temple idols to Ukhimat for worship. Lord Shiva had worshipped as Kedarnath, ‘Lord of the Land of Kedar’, the region’s historical name.

Tungnath Temple:

It is the second in the order of Panch Kedar Temples. It is also the tallest Shiva temple in the world. Moreover, the Tungnath mountains form the Mandakini and Alaknanda river valleys. Tungnath is where you find the bahu (hands).

Rudranath Temple:

It is the third in the order of Panch Kedar Temples. It had followed by Madhyamaheshwar and Kalpeshwar temples. Moreover, Lord Shiva’s face is worshipped here as “Neelakanta Mahadeva”. Rudranath Temple is the place where Lord Shiva’s face appeared.

Kalpeswara Temple:

It comes last in the order of Panch Kedar Temples. The temple is the only Panch Kedar temple open all year round. Also, it is a tiny temple, and devotees must pass via a cave to reach it. Kalpswara mandir is the place where Shiva’s Jata (tress) appeared. These mandirs are also a part of the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand.

Hotel nearby Madhyamaheshwar Temple:

Hotel Mountain View
Himalayan Homestay
The Meadows Chopta
Snow N Shades Resort and Cafe
Tourist Lodge, Nanu
Devdarshan hotel & restaurant
Chopta Meadows Heritage Camps
Monal Stay&cafe

Madhyamaheshwar Temple Address:

Madmaheswer marg, Gaundhar, Uttarakhand 246439

Website: https://uttarakhandtourism.gov.in/destination/madhyamaheshwar

How to reach Madhyamaheshwar Temple:

Here’s how to get to Madhyamaheshwar Temple:

By Air:

The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport, 198 km away. Rail: The nearest railway station Rishikesh is 174 km away.

By Road:

Buses are available from ISBT Kashmir Gate to Rishikesh. Then travel by bus or taxi to Ukhimat.

By Rail:

The nearest railway station to Ukhimat is Haridwar railway station, 202 km from Ukhimath. You can also hire a taxi or take a bus from Rishikesh to Ukhimat. Haridwar had connected to significant parts of the country through the Indian Railways network.

FAQs:

How old is Madhyamaheshwar Temple?

Madhyamaheshwar Temple had believed to have been built by the Pandavas (war heroes of Mahabharata) 1000 years ago.

Is the Madhyamaheshwar trek challenging?

Madhyamaheshwar trek had classified as an easy-moderate grade trek. From the base, you will spend three days reaching the summit at an altitude of approximately 5,930 feet.

How to visit Madhyamaheshwar?

Madhyamaheshwar can reach by a 16 km trek from Ramsi village. The walk up to Bantoli is easy enough to complete, but from Bantoli to Madhmaheshwar, there is a steep climb.

When will Madhyamaheshwar start in 2023?

Tungnath & Madhyamaheshwar Temple Darshan Dates Announced for 2023 Session. Tungnath Temple will open on 6 May 2023 & Madhyamaheshwar Temple will open on 19 May 2023.

What is the perfect time to trek to Madhyamaheshwar?

Summers are hot but pleasant, and winters are cold. The best time to go to Madhyamaheshwar is between May and October. The main attraction of the place, the Madhyamaheshwar Temple, is closed from November to April.