Visting Dehradun but not Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple is an unlikely event to happen because it is one of the well-known temples there that attracts the visitors from all over the India. Dedicated to the Lord Shiva, the temple remains crowded for most part of the year. The main Shiva Linga in this temple resides inside a natural cave.
It has been believed that the cave was not created; it was revealed there itself. That’s why people from all around the world visit there to get a glimpse of it. Another interesting fact about this temple is that water keeps trickling from the ceiling on the Shivalinga and because of this reason it was named as Tapkeshwar (the word derived from the Hindi word- Tapak, i.e. to drop).
The temple is surrounded by adjoining hills and forests, which lets the visitors to enjoy the natural beauty over here. If you are adventurous, you can go for trekking and if you love photography, it is a great place to capture breath-taking views in your camera. To memorize your trip for your entire life, you can also pick the souvenirs from the nearby situated few shops. Shivratri is the best time to visit this serene place.
