Pancheshwar Mahadev Temple is a famous temple located in Lohaghat of Champawat district. This temple is situated at the confluence of Kali and Sarayu river, about 38 km from Lohaghat. This holy temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. In this temple, Shiva's beautiful idol and Shivalinga are established with Nag Devta. Pancheshwar Mahadev Temple is surrounded by beautiful dense forests. This temple is also known by the locals as named of "Chaumu Devta". At this place, a huge fair is organized on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. Take dipping on the confluence of the river near the temple is considered to be very sacred. Local people believe about Pancheshwar Mahadev Temple that Lord Shiva has protected animals from nearby villages. In the form of the devotion of the temple, Lord Shiva is offered as a "Bells" and "Milk". Pancheshwar Mahadev Temple is one of the main religious sites of Lohaghat.
.By Air
The nearest airport of Lohaghat is Pantnagar, which is about 185 km from Lohaghat.
By Train
The nearest railway station of Lohaghat is Tanakpur, which is about 88 km from Lohaghat.
By Road
Pancheshwar Mahadev Temple is located at a distance of about 38 km from Lohaghat.
The journey of Pancheshwar Mahadev Temple can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of October to May. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable. During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to snowfall on the surrounding hills in the winter season, the temperature of here goes down very much. Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of heavy rains threatening landslides.