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{{Infobox Hindu temple
|name=Kamleshwar Mahadev Temple
|functional_status=open
|deity=[[Shiva]]
|location=[[Lakheri]]
|district=[[Bundi]]
|state=[[Rajasthan]]
|country=[[India]]
|map_type=India Rajasthan
|architecture=[[Hindu temple architecture]]
|established=12th century
|festivals=[[Pradosha]], [[Maha Shivaratri]]
|creator=[[Hammiradeva]]
|coordinates={{coord|25.76323|76.32721|type:landmark_region:IN|display=inline,title}}
|map_caption=Location of temple
|religious_affiliation=[[Hinduism]]}}

'''Kamleshwar Mahadev Temple''' is a [[Hindus|Hindu]] place of worship situated in [[Lakheri]], [[Rajasthan]]. Dedicated to the deity [[Shiva]], it is sometimes called a "mini-[[Khajuraho Group of Monuments|Khajuraho]]" and a center of religious faith in the [[Hadoti]] region.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-11-09 |title=सुविधाओं को तरस रहा 'बूंदी का मिनी खजुराहो' {{!}} Bundi News, Bundi Rajasthan News,suvidhaon ko,Yearning,Bundi Mini Khaj |url=https://www.patrika.com/bundi-news/bundi-news-bundi-rajasthan-news-suvidhaon-ko-yearning-bundi-mini-khaj-6511953 |access-date=2024-03-14 |website=Patrika News |language=hi}}</ref>

On every [[Pradosha]] before [[Amavasya]], more than 100,000 pilgrims come to the temple to bathe in the holy pond and participate in the [[Darshan (Indian religions)|darshan]] of Shiva.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bundi: कमलेश्वर महादेव में श्रद्धा के साथ खिलवाड़, श्रद्धालुओं को करना पड़ा रहना कीचड़ में स्नान |url=https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/india/rajasthan/kota/bundi-news-kamleshwar-mahadev-temple-devotees-had-to-stay-bath-in-mud/846183 |access-date=2024-03-14 |website=Zee News |language=hi}}</ref> A large number of visitors come from [[Madhya Pradesh]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-02-11 |title=इसलिए उमड़ पड़े कमलेश्वर महादेव मंदिर में लोग… {{!}} Bundi News, Bundi Rajasthan News,So sprung up,Kamleshwar Mahadev Templ |url=https://www.patrika.com/bundi-news/bundi-news-bundi-rajasthan-news-so-sprung-up-kamleshwar-mahadev-templ-6686099 |access-date=2024-03-14 |website=Patrika News |language=hi}}</ref>

== Geography ==
This temple is situated in a picturesque environment of nature near the ''Chakan'' River. Dense forest is still present at this place.<ref name=":0">{{Cite news |title=मिनी खजुराहो है कमलेश्वर महादेव मंदिर, यहां राजा हमीर काल के सिक्के मिल चुके, यहां की कला पर्यटकों को खूब भाती |url=https://www.bhaskar.com/rajasthan/pali/news/bundi-mini-khajuraho-is-kamleshwar-mahadev-temple-got-coins-of-king-hamir-kalay-here-the-art-is-full-of-tourists-051635-3326671.html |work=[[Dainik Bhaskar]]}}</ref> It is located close to [[Bijasan Mata Temple, Indragarh|Bijasan Mata Temple]] and ''Indragarh'' Fort.<ref>{{Cite news |title=मानसून सीजन में आकर्षित करता है इंद्रगढ़ किला |url=https://www.bhaskar.com/local/rajasthan/kota/bundi/news/indergarh-fort-attracts-during-monsoon-season-127580210.html |work=[[Dainik Bhaskar]]}}</ref>

== Legend ==
Tradition holds that [[Ravana]] attempted to establish the ''Atmalinga'' in Lanka on behalf of [[Shiva]] in order to avoid death. Concerned, [[Vishnu]] intervened by assuming the guise of an old man. He put Ravana to sleep, seized the idol from his hands, and placed it on the ground. When Ravana woke up, he found he was unable to pick up the [[Lingam]] after it had touched the Earth, foiling his plan. The object is said to still stand there to this day.

The king [[Hammiradeva]] is said to have built the temple after receiving a vision of [[Shiva|Mahadeva]] in his dream.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |date=2015-08-02 |title=इस कुंड में नहाने से सभी तरह के रोगों से मिल जाती है मुक्ति |url=https://hindi.news18.com/news/rajasthan/kota-get-rid-of-diseases-in-bathing-this-kund-816636.html |access-date=2024-03-14 |website=News18 हिंदी |language=hi}}</ref>

== History ==
The temple is believed to have been constructed during the 12th century. Remains of ancient settlements exist around the temple. Coins of King [[Hammiradeva]] period have been found here. Earthenware and stone tools have also been found there. Due to this, the antiquity of this place leads to the ancient human period. Remains of ancient importance also prove the immediate presence of early humans here. There is a living stone workshop on the hill to the right of the temple. There are incomplete statues and complete signs of carving on large boulders. Evidence of the presence of [[iron ore]] in this area also suggests that it might have been used in carving stones.<ref name=":0" />

== Architecture ==
The temple's architecture reflects the distinct [[Hindu temple architecture]] style prevalent during that period. The three types of artistic sculptures of the temple are examples of great architecture. The art depicting the philosophy of life has been carved on the stones with detail, characterized by carved stone walls, pillars, and sculptures depicting mythological motifs. The temple complex comprises a sanctum ([[garbhagriha]]) housing the [[lingam]] (phallic symbol) of Lord Shiva, surrounded by a pillared hall (mandapa) and an open courtyard. The outer walls of the temple feature carvings depicting various deities.<ref name=":0" />

== Festivals and celebrations ==
The temple is a hub of religious festivities and cultural celebrations throughout the year. The most significant festival observed at the temple is [[Maha Shivaratri]], celebrated with great fervor and devotion by devotees who offer prayers, perform rituals, and participate in religious processions. Apart from Maha Shivaratri, other festivals such as Shravan Maas (the holy month of Shravan) and [[Pradosha]] before [[Amavasya|Amavsya]] of the [[Hindu calendar|Hindu Calendar]] are also celebrated with enthusiasm, attracting devotees from far and wide to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Bharat |first=E. T. V. |date=2021-02-11 |title=भक्ति ऐसी कि कीचड़ में डुबकियां लगा रहे भक्त, कमलेश्वर महादेव मंदिर में उमड़ा आस्था का सैलाब |url=https://www.etvbharat.com/hindi/rajasthan/state/bundi/devotees-reached-at-kamaleshwar-mahadev-temple-on-amavasya-in-bundi/rj20210211190414489 |access-date=2024-03-14 |website=ETV Bharat News |language=hi}}</ref>

== Preservation and conservation ==
Efforts are underway to preserve and conserve the temple and its surrounding heritage structures. It is worth noting that considering the architectural art in this mythological temple of the 12th century, the [[Archaeological Survey of India]] has declared it protected.<ref name=":1" />

== See also ==

* [[Bundi district|Bundi]]
* [[Taragarh Fort, Bundi]]
* [[Bijasan Mata Temple, Indragarh|Bijasan Mata Temple]]

== References ==
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[[Category:12th-century Hindu temples]]
[[Category:Shiva temples in Rajasthan]]
[[Category:Bundi district]]

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