Madhyamaheśvara Temple
The navel of the bull, in a hidden valley
⭐ Why it is famous
A north-Indian śikhara temple at 3,490 m reached by an 18 km trek from Ransi, with Chaukhamba rising behind it.
📜 Pilgrimage history
Pañch Kedār shrine attributed to the Pāṇḍavas; winter worship moves to Ukhimath.
🕰️ Temple timings
- Open May to November
- Daylight hours
🙏 Darśan details
- Free darśan
- Two-day trek; Budha Madhyamaheshwar meadow is a further climb
🚉 Location & getting there
📍 Madhyamaheśvara Temple, Gaundar, RudraprayagRishikesh (RKSH) — 210 km
Gaundar bus stand — state transport buses stop here.
Dehradun (DED) — 230 km
Road to Ransi via Ukhimath.
🪔 Poojas, sevās & tickets
This temple does not publish a rate list. Darśan is free; ārcanā, abhiṣeka and other sevās are booked at the counter inside the temple on the day.
🧭 Around the temple
Places to see besides the temple — tap any one to open it in Google Maps.
🛏️ Where to stay
- Village homestays at Ransi and Gaundar
₹ Indicative trip cost (per head, 2 days)
| Budget | Standard | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| ₹4,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹19,000 |
🛕 Nearby temples
📌 Other attractions nearby
- Buda Madmaheshwar meadow
- Ukhimath Omkareshwar temple