God
The main deity of this temple is Lord Kirateshwar Mahadev who is an incarnation of Lord Shiva. There are two other beautiful shrines that contain idols of Goddess Durga and Lord Rama.
Best Season To Visit
The best season to visit the temple is Summer season. The best months to visit are May to July and September to October.
Weather
Highest - April to June (21°C during day and 19°C during night)Average - May (24°C during the day and 20°C during night)Lowest - December to February (14°C during day and 8°C during night)Monsoon season - August to October
Dress Code
- For men the dress code is Shirt & Trouser, Dhoti or Pyjamas with upper cloth.
- For women the preferred dress code is saree or half-saree with blouse or chudidhar with pyjama and upper cloth.
- Shorts, mini-skirts, middies, sleeveless tops, low-waist jeans and short-length T-shirts are not allowed.
- The weather is cold throughout the year. Rainfalls and snowfalls often occur there. one should wear proper winter clothes with mufflers and gloves. An umbrella is also a must to carry.
Do's & Dont's
- Do bathe and wear clean clothes before you enter the temple.
- Do respect ancient customs and co-piligrims while at temple.
- Smoking and drinking is prohibited in this temple.
- Chewing betel leaves, tobacco, gutka and spitting inside temple is strictly prohibited.
transport connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Kerabari Bus Stand |
3 KM | 03592200325 |
 Darjeeling Railway Station |
48 KM | 139 |
 Pakyong Airport |
93 KM | 919733098638 |
Architecture
The architecture of the Kirateshwar Mahadev temple resembles to look like a grand and well planned one. When you enter inside the temple you shall be able to find the idol of Lord Shiva. The temple was build centuries ago and so it reflects the part and role it played in the epic “Mahabharatha”. When you first look at the temple you might find it to look like any other temple but as and when you observe the details of it then you will surely realize that it is not an ordinary temple. The architecture of the temple is truly huge and spacious. The temple is entirely built of small bricks, which helps to give that texture and look to this masterpiece. The temple is situated at a little height above the ground level and one shall have to climb up some stairs to reach it.
Religious Significance
According to the Hindu mythology, pleased with Arjuna’s hard penance and devotion, Lord Shiva appeared before him in the very spot where the temple lies as a Kirat or hunter and blessed him with success in the Mahabharat War. Long time ago as the people found miraculously existed a stone manifesting Shiva Ling. The said Shiv Ling is the main effigy of worship.
History
It is an ancient and historical temple, the exact date and construction of temple was remains unknown.
Local Beliefs & Local Customs
Belief of many that a mere visit with true devotion to this temple fulfills one’s wishes particularly a wish for son or daughter and also wishes for peace harmony and good health.
Temple Timings
| Day | Timings |
|---|---|
| All Days | 05:30 AM - 08:00 PM |
Tours
Airports
| Airport Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Shamshabad | 40 KM |
| Lorem Ipsum | 12 KM |
Railway Stations
| Railway Station Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Secunderabad | 10 KM |
| Nampally | 12 KM |
| Begumpet | 6 KM |
| Lingampally | 20 KM |
Bus Stations
| Bus Station Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| MGBS | 35 KM |
| CBS | 28 KM |
| kukatpally | 20 KM |
| Lingampally | 30 KM |
| Uppal | 35 KM |
Private Transports
| Transport Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
| Private Transport | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
| Private Transport1 | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
| Private Transport1 | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
| Private Transport1 | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
| Private Transport1 | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
Local Transports
| Transport Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
| Local Transport | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
| Local Transport1 | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
| Local Transport1 | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
| Local Transport1 | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
| Local Transport1 | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
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