Koteshwar is a small village located in the Banaskantha district of the Indian state of Gujarat. It is famous for the Koteshwar Mahadev Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is believed to be one of the 12 jyotirlingas, or the most sacred abodes of Lord Shiva in India. The temple is located near the town of Ambaji, which is another popular pilgrimage site in Gujarat.
The Koteshwar Mahadev Temple is situated on the banks of the Saraswati River, which is considered holy by Hindus. The temple is believed to have been built by the legendary sage Markandeya, and it has been mentioned in several ancient Hindu texts. The temple complex comprises several small shrines and a large pond where devotees take a holy dip.
The Koteshwar Mahadev Temple's architecture is a distinctive fusion of traditional and contemporary designs. The Shivlinga, who is regarded as the principal deity of the temple, is kept in the inner sanctum of the building. The walls of the temple are decorated with fine murals and carvings that represent scenes from Hindu mythology.