Lodheshwar Mahadev Mandir - लोधेश्वर महादेव मंदिर

Lodheshwar Mahadev Mandir is a renowned Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in Mahadeva village, Ramnagar tehsil, Barabanki district, Uttar Pradesh, India on the banks of the river Ghaghra. It is an ancient and spiritually significant shrine with deep ties to Hindu tradition and local beliefs.

Lodheshwar Mahadev Mandir History and Architecture
❀ Lodheshwar Mahadev Mandir’s Shivling is considered one of the rarest and most sacred, traditionally linked with the 52 Shakti Peethas across India.

❀ Lodheshwar Mahadev is Kuldevta of Lodhi Rajputs.

❀ Local legends tie the origins of the temple back to the Mahabharata era, where the Pandavas are said to have performed a Rudra Mahayagya here.

❀ A sacred water well called Pandav-Kup nearby is believed to have healing properties, and many devotees perform rituals and drink its water.

Lodheshwar Mahadev Mandir Drashan Timing
Lodheshwar Mahadev Mandir is open for the whole week and the darshan timing is 6 AM to 9 PM. The temple timings may extend on festival days.

Lodheshwar Mahadev Mandir Prime Festivals
❀ During Maha Shivaratri the temple draws millions of devotees who come for darshan and participate in rituals.

❀ Local Fair conducted during (November–December) where local people gather, often including cattle trading.

❀ During the Shravan (Sawan) month, especially on Mondays, the temple sees huge crowds performing abhishek (offerings like milk, water, bel leaves) and singing Har Har Mahadev.

❀ It’s advisable to visit early in the day during peak festivals to avoid crowding.

How to Visit Lodheshwar Mahadev Mandir
Lodheshwar Mahadev Temple is a Hindu temple of Shiva, located in village Mahadeva, Ram Nagar tehsil in Barabanki district, Uttar Pradesh, India. Place is very well connected with road ways and Barabanki Junction (rail) is the nearest one.