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Introduction
Tarkeshwor Temple (Nepali: तार्केश्वर मन्दिर) is dedicated to lord Shiva Hindu Temple lies in Jitpur Phedi, Kathmandu inside Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park.It is located in the country's mid-hills on the northern fringe of the Kathmandu Valley. It is the temple of Mahadev, 1345 m above the sea level. As mentioned in Swasthani barta katha, it is said that this is the place where Sati Devi’s right thigh fell.

What is inside?
At the entrance of this site there is a small pond on the left-hand side, also known as sano Gosaikunda by locals. Above the pond you’ll see a huge rock. From there, climbing a stone staircase, we reached Tarkeshwor Mahadev temple. A little higher there is Shreenath baba’s kuti. There you’ll find water for drinking etc. Above that there is another Tarkeshwor Mahadev, which was place later by Kali baba. One has to climb an iron ladder on a difficult steep slope to worship. There is a small cave where you can find idols of Ganesha, Shiva and Nandi

Tarakeshwor Hike
Among several hiking destination around Kathmandu Tarkeshor hike is newly introduced by Wilderness Excursion. It is a day hike toTarkeshor is one of the nearest hiking destinations of Kathmandu Valley covered by thick forest with historical as well as natural setting. It is a part of Shivapuri National Park located north-west of Kathmandu and takes 30 minutes car drive from the city center. One can start the hike from Jitpur Phedi, Kavresthali or from Tinpiple. Tarkeshwar Mahadev is temple is the place known for its temple dedicated to Lord Shiva Surrounded by thick forests of cedar and pine, it is an ideal place for those who seek for beauty in nature.

It is not as popular as other hiking destination because of less publicity so the place less touristy place and hardy see other tourist. 

Climate
The temple is located in a transition zone between subtropical and temperate climate. The annual precipitation of about 1,400 mm (55 in) falls mostly from May to September, with 80% during monsoon. Temperatures vary from 2–17 °C (36–63 °F) during the winter season, rising to 19–30 °C (66–86 °F) during the summer season..