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The Second Kedar of Panch Kedar
Madmaheshwar, also known as Madhyamaheshwar, is a sacred Panch Kedar temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. The temple is situated at approximately 3,289 metres in the Garhwal Himalayas.
Altitude
3,289 m (10,791 ft)
Location
Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand
Best Time to Visit
May–June & Sep–Oct
Trek Distance
16–18 km (One Way)
Temple Open
May–November
Madmaheshwar, also known as Madhyamaheshwar, is one of the five sacred Panch Kedar temples dedicated to Lord Shiva in Uttarakhand.
According to Hindu tradition, the middle or navel portion of Lord Shiva is worshipped here. Situated in the Garhwal Himalayas,
the temple attracts pilgrims, trekkers and nature lovers during its seasonal opening period.
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Ransi Village
Starting point of the trek, last motorable village.
Bantoli Village
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