Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple, Dehradun
टपकेश्वर
Shiva (Tapkeshwar Mahadev) temple · Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
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Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple is a well-known Hindu temple to Shiva in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, with shrines in caves on the banks of the Tons (Tamasa) river, the Hindustan Times reports.
Faith & Tradition
Religious Significance of Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple, Dehradun
The temple is among Dehradun's best-known Shiva temples and draws devotees on Maha Shivaratri, when security arrangements are made around it, the Economic Times and PTI (via News18) reported.
Heritage
History of Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple, Dehradun
On 20 August 2022 a cloudburst in Dehradun's Raipur area flooded the river and water entered the temple's caves; the overflowing river cut access between the Tapkeshwar temple and a nearby cave shrine, the Hindustan Times reported.
Architecture and sacred features
The shrine is set in natural caves beside the river (Hindustan Times).
Plan Your Visit
Darshan and Visitor Information
The river can flood in the monsoon; check local conditions and temple timings before visiting.
Timings and arrangements change with seasons and festivals. Confirm current details with the temple administration before travelling. Last reviewed 5 October 2026.
Sacred Calendar
Festivals at Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple, Dehradun
Maha Shivaratri
Devotees gather at the temple (PTI; Economic Times).
Location
How to Reach Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple, Dehradun
The temple is in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, on the banks of the Tons river.
Location: Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
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Questions
Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple, Dehradun: Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Tapkeshwar Temple?
In Dehradun, Uttarakhand, on the banks of the Tons river.
Which deity is worshipped?
Shiva, as Tapkeshwar Mahadev.
Is the temple in a cave?
Yes, its shrines are in caves beside the river.
When is the temple busiest?
On Maha Shivaratri.
Was the temple affected by floods?
Yes; in August 2022 a cloudburst sent river water into its caves.
Sources and attribution
- © OpenStreetMap contributors — location data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)
- Wikipedia — Tapkeshwar Temple — text facts from Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0
- Hindustan Times — In pics: Cloudburst in Dehradun, water enters caves of Tapkeshwar temple
- The Economic Times — Maha Shivratri celebrated across Uttarakhand (archived)
- News18 (PTI) — Photos capture the vibrant celebrations of Shivratri 2019 (archived)
Further reading: Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple, Dehradun on Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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