Uttarakhand is a preferable destination in India for those looking to soothe their mind, soul, and body between the equanimity of nature. But, because of the increase in tourism here, most places stay flooded with tourists all through the year. Thus, people now come to visit the unexplored destinations of this beautiful state. Plan a tour to Pauri, Uttarakhand this season and experience a secret paradise at Kyunkaleshwar Temple.
With deodar forests, scenic viewpoints, trekking trails, paragliding spots, and camping sites, the Kyunkaleshwar Temple is going to astonish you with its magnificent aura. Devoted to God Shiva, the temple is among the oldest temples of the state and was constructed during the eighth century. It has become an important tourist spot due to its religious and historical significance. Build by Adi Shankaracharya who was a famous saint in Hinduism, the Kyunkaleshwar Temple is also known for its outstanding stonework. Other than its religious importance, this temple offers a panoramic view of snow-capped mountains of the Himalayas. The Kyunkaleshwar Temples consists of a Shiva Lingam idol and a Nandi bull with an old drum. There are other idols of Gods and Goddesses also inside this temple including Ganesha, Maa Parvati, Kartikeya, Lord Rama, Sita, and Lakshman. The architecture of this temple is quite similar to that of the Kedarnath Temple. To reach the temple, you need to take a flight of stairways and woodland.
The ancient marvel at present also has a spiritual learning school where the students from surrounding areas come and learn about the Puranas, Vedas, and other similar Sanskrit texts. Visit this place and indulge yourself in learning about the different ancient texts.