Madmaheshwar Temple

History of Madhyamaheshwar

Madhyamaheshwar is a Lord Shiva temple that is the fourth temple on the Panch Kedar pilgrimage circuit. The other temples in the circuit include Kedarnath, Tungnath, Rudranath, and Kalpeshwar.

As per the Indian epic Mahabharata, Pandavas were seeking Lord Shiva to achieve salvation after the bloodshed of the Kurukshetra war. The vexed Shiva was trying to evade the Pandavas while taking the form of a bull or Nandi. However, the strong-willed Pandavas sighted Shiva in the hills of Guptakashi and tried to forcibly hold him through his tail and legs. But the bull vanished and Lord Shiva reappeared in different parts at 5 separate places in Garhwal Region. The hump was raised in Kedarnath, arms appeared in Tungnath, stomach and navel came up at Madmaheshwar, a face emerged at Rudranath, and lastly, head and hair appeared in Kalpeshwar. Pandavas then built temples at these five Kedars and attained salvation with the blessings of Lord Shiva.

About Madmaheshwar Temple Trek

Madmaheshwar Temple trek is among the incredible treks in India allowing you to visit one of the 5 Kedars.

Offering you to imbibe the charm of the Northern Himalayas, the Madmaheshwar trek lies in the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary which is best known for its rich flora and fauna and especially the Himalayan Musk Deer. This adventurous trek takes you to a long-range, high altitude meadow, waterfalls, Alpine trees rivulets, and the alluring sanctuary area. The 5/6-day trek starts from Ukhimath Village and requires trekking of around 32 km through thick forests, and serene villages along the banks of the river Ganga. The route passes through UkimathVillage, Ransi, Bantoli, and ends at the Madhyamaheshwar Temple.

Besides this, there’s also Budha Madhyamaheshwar Temple lying at a 2 km trekking distance from Madmaheshwar Temple where you can witness a small lake and spectacular views of the peaks like Kedarnath, Chaukhamba, Panchulli, Neelkanth, Kamet, Trishul, etc.

Best Time to visit Madhyamaheshwar

Madmaheshwar Temple in Uttarakhand is open only 6 months a year, usually from May to November. However, you can enjoy trekking whenever you wish to. Check out below the weather conditions in different seasons.

Summers (April to August): The place experiences pleasant weather during this time and the temperature oscillates between 20°C and 30°C. This is the perfect time to visit the temple and other nearby tourist spots.

Monsoon (September to November): While there are several breathtaking views to witness during these months, the heavy rainfall makes the trek a little risky. However, while taking extensive precautions, you can check and head out to explore some tourist places.

Winters (December to March): Although the temple remains closed during winters, you can still visit the destination to enjoy panoramic views of the Himalayan hills. The temperature hovers around 4°C with the minimum touching sub-zero levels.

Note: The temple opens from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. While the morning aarti is performed between 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 a.m., the evening aarti takes place around 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

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April to June and August to September

Trekking itinerary:

Day 1

Ransi to Lower Bantoli
Day 2

Lower Bantoli to Madhyamaheshwar Temple
Day 3

Madhyamaheshwar Temple to Buda Madmaheshwar and back to Ransi

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Is the Madmaheshwar trek difficult?

Madmaheshwar trek falls under Moderate grade and you can cover the entire trek in 5-6 days. Hence, this trek is perfect for beginners. It is advisable to maintain a fitness regime prior to a month of the trek.

Is it safe to visit Uttarakhand during the current Covid situation?

Yes, Uttarakhand is one of the best places to visit during Covid times. However, you need to take all the necessary precautions like wearing a mask in public, sanitizing hands at certain intervals, and maintaining the required special distance.

When is the best time to visit Madmaheshwar Temple?

Since the temple opens from May to November, you can plan a visit anytime during these months. The temperature hovers around 15°C which creates the perfect setting to complete the trek smoothly.

How far is Madmaheshwar from Rudranath?

Madmaheshwar to Rudranath distance is approximately 113 km which required a 31 km trek.During the trek, you will cross Makku Math, Ukhimath, and Ransi Tarsali.

Which are the 5 Panch Kedars?

According to mythology, the 5 Kedars are the temples including Kedarnath, Madhmaheshwar, Tungnath, Rudranath, and Kalpnath. All five sites are positioned in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand and are dedicated to Lord Shiva.

How far is Kedarnath from Madmaheshwar Temple?

Kedarnath lies at a distance of around 18 km from Madmaheshwar Temple and you can reach here with just half-hour of bus/car ride. Notably, Kedarnath is one of the Panch Kedars apart from Madhmaheshwar, Tungnath, Rudranath, and Kalpnath.

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