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The serene state of Uttarakhand has been dubbed "Devbhoomi," or the country of the gods. It is a glorious place. The state truly lives up to its name because it is home to several holy sites that receive thousands of pilgrims annually. Numerous revered Hindu temples, including Chota Char Dham, Panch Kedar, Panch Prayag, Panch Badri, Shakti Peeth, and Siddha Peeth, can be found in Uttarakhand.

Let us know about the top 5 most famous lord Shiva temples in Uttarakhand that should be on everyone’s go-to list. 

5 Famous Lord Shiva Temples In Uttarakhand 

1. Binsar Mahadev Temple 

The Binsar Mahadev Temple in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, is a mid-altitude temple situated 2480 metres above sea level and encircled by the lush Deodar forest. Ranikhet, Uttarakhand's breathtaking hill station, is about 19 kilometres away from this temple. The temple is believed to have been constructed in a single day. Ladies pay tribute to this temple on Vaikunth Chaturdashi, asking for the health and prosperity of their children and families. The surrounding area of the temple is immaculate, and its lush green surroundings add to its exclusivity. 

2. Madhyamaheshwar Temple 

Madmaheshwar, also known as Madhyamaheshwar, is a little holy place located 46 miles away from Rudraprayag. On the circuit of Panch Kedar pilgrimages, the temple is ranked second. The Himalayan mountains, which are covered in snow, can be seen to the right of the temple, which is located 3265 metres above sea level. Here, a lingam of Lord Shiva in the shape of a navel is revered. The temple's stunning exterior design captivates guests with its traditional North Indian architectural style. 

Devabhoomi Uttarakhand is abode to some of the most significant Lord Shiva temples. (Image Source: Canva)

3. Neelkanth Mahadev Temple 

Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is 32 miles from Rishikesh and 22 km from Laxmanjhula. It is situated in the Pauri Garhwal area of Rishikesh. The shrine lies near the Nar-Narayan mountain ranges and is encircled by dense forest. It is stated that at first, poisons in large quantities leaked out during the sea-churning (Samudra Manthana) carried out by gods and demons, and no one was present to stop it. The rescuer, Shiva, then drank all the poison, turning his neck a bright blue. The same is depicted in the temples' shikhara through exquisite sculptures. 

4. Patal Bhuvaneshwar Temple 

Situated 13 kilometres from Gangolihat in the Pithoragarh district, Patal Bhubaneshwar is a limestone cave temple associated with several enigmatic stories and beliefs. The cave, which is 1350 metres above sea level, is believed to be the home of 33 crore gods. This mysterious subterranean temple is around 90 feet deep and 160 metres long. Inside the temple, a number of rock formations feature different stalagmite forms.  

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5. Someshwar Temple 

Someshwar, a charming community with a serene atmosphere, is fortunate to have this holy temple nearby. About 11 KM separate it from the stunning highland station Kausani. The Kausani-Almora road leads to the temple. It is frequently thought to be one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. The idols are thought to have been made between the seventh and sixteenth centuries AD, while the temples themselves date to the early 1700s. 



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