Tadkeshwar Mahadev Temple

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Tarkeshwar Mahadev Temple, located nearby Lansdowne (the regimental headquarters of Garhwal Rifles of Indian Army) and situates atop of a hill of height 2092 meters, is believed to be one of the ancient holy sites or SiddhaPitas.

It's mythological importance is that Goddess Parvati prayed here.

The main deity is Lord Shiva and many devotees visit this ancient temple to offer prayers and it is believed that the offerings here makes the wishes of the devotees be fulfilled. Mahashivarathri is celebrated annually with grandeur.

The temple place is surrounded by thick blue pine forests, oak trees and dense Deodars. The spectacular feature of this place is that even at this high altitude, there are many water pools, flowing continuously.