Kamnath Mahadev Mandir, Sharada Math Prabhas Patan,Gujarat

Kamnath Mahadev Temple was built 200 years ago and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was built by King Mayurdhwaj who is believed to have cured of leprosy after taking a bath in the Dudhiya Talav, a sacred pond inside the temple complex. Till date, devotees believe that a dip in the holy water could cure humans of any disease.

Particularly active during the Shravan Maas every year, this temple lights up and is beautifully decorated for the occasion. Pilgrims and tourists throb this temple all round the year.

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Built by King Mayurdhwaj, this temple complex is located opposite Triveni Sangam. The temple’s history is linked to the legend of how Shiva reduced Kama to ashes by opening his third eye, which is why the temple is called “Kamnath”

Dedicated to Lord Mahadev, this temple is also the seat of Shri Sharada Peetam of Sri Adi Shankara. Within the temple complex one can also see the temple of Maa Sharada and a long, narrow cave called Shankara Cave where Adi Shankaracharya meditated for years. A spectacular presentation of all the twelve jyotirlingas of Shiva is shown at the opening of this cave.