Koteshwar Dham: 11th Century Temple Prepares for Grand Mahashivratri Festival

• Koteshwar Dham in Balaghat, an 11th-century Shiva temple, is gearing up for a grand Mahashivratri celebration.
• Known as 'Lord of a Crore Deities', the temple is a significant cultural and historical site amidst dense forests.
• Built during the Kalachuri dynasty, the temple features three sanctum sanctorums and a Swayambhu Shiva lingam.
• CM Mohan Yadav's visit last year initiated the Koteshwar Mahotsav, now an annual event.
• The temple attracts devotees from Balaghat, Mandla, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh, especially during festivals.