Dharmrajeshwar
Dharmarajeshwar is located in Garoth tehsil, 106 kilometers away from the district headquarters.
This is an ancient temple built in the fifth and sixth century. This temple has been constructed by cutting stones. This temple has similarity with the heritage sites built by cutting rocks in Ellora, Maharashtra. Initially it was a temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It was later rebuilt as a Shiva temple. As a result, the Garbhagraha also houses a Shivalinga along with the Harihara symbol. Mahashivratri is the primary festival celebrated at Dharmarajeshwar.
How to Reach:
By Air
There is no airport in Mandsaur district but the nearest airports are Udaipur and Indore.
By Train
Dharmrajeshwar Temple, located in Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh, is an ancient rock-cut temple complex. The nearest railway station to reach Dharmrajeshwar is Shamgarh Railway Station, situated about 22 kilometers away. Shamgarh (Station Code: SGZ) lies on the New Delhi–Mumbai main railway line and is the largest station in the district, with stoppages for passenger, MEMU, express, and superfast trains. From Shamgarh, you can hire a taxi or use local transport to reach the temple. The temple is located about 4 kilometers from the town of Chandwasa, and is well connected by road.
By Road
To reach Dharmrajeshwar Temple by road, you can drive approximately 22 km from Shamgarh or around 120 km from Mandsaur city in Madhya Pradesh. The temple is located near the village of Chandwasa, which is well connected by local roads. The route passes through scenic rural landscapes and is accessible by private vehicles or hired taxis.