Koteshwar Mahadev Temple

Getting there

• By air

  Nagpur is the nearest airport for the temple.

• By train

  Balaghat Junction is the nearest railway station.

• By road

  The temple is about 65 km from Balaghat. Regular buses and taxis run from Balaghat to Lanji, and local transport takes you the rest of the way.

Why devotees come here

Koteshwar Mahadev Temple is a Shiva temple in Lanji, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. Its Shivalinga is the central deity of worship. The temple is one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in the region.

Devotees who visit believe the Shivalinga here holds divine powers. They believe it fulfils the wishes of those who pray with devotion. The government page calls the temple one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in the region, and it attracts thousands of devotees and tourists each year. Pilgrims and visitors both come to pray at the Shivalinga, which is the focus of worship.

The government page says the temple dates back to the 12th century. It is also believed to be medieval, possibly built under the Chalukya or Paramara dynasties. Its architecture includes intricately carved pillars and detailed stone sculptures.

Mahashivaratri is the big occasion. A grand fair is organised here, and it draws devotees from across the state and beyond. Shravan month is another auspicious time, when special rituals and prayers are conducted.

Festivals

• MahashivaratriMahashivaratri fair

  Devotees from across the state and beyond come for the grand fair.

• Shravan monthShravan month

  Special rituals and prayers are conducted at the temple.

Tips for your visit

• Visit during Shravan month if you want to see the special rituals and prayers.
• Sai Temple at Kakodi is about 7 km from Lanji, so you can add it to the same trip as a nearby sight.

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