Rangeshwar Mahadev Temple

Rangeshwar Mahadev Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in the Chowk Bazar area near Vishram Ghat in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. It is regarded as one of the four guardian Shiva temples protecting the sacred city of Mathura, along with Bhuteshwar, Gokarneshwar and Pipaleshwar. The temple is a significant stop on the Mathura pilgrimage circuit and is especially visited during Maha Shivratri and the month of Shravan.

Visitors can expect a small to medium-sized traditional North Indian temple complex with a sanctum housing a Shiva lingam, decorated shrine, bells and prayer halls. The temple is situated in the congested old city lanes near the Yamuna River and Vishram Ghat. Visitors can observe daily prayers, aarti rituals, and devotees offering water, milk and flowers to the lingam. The surroundings are busy with local shops and pilgrim activity.

Rangeshwar Mahadev Temple is considered an ancient shrine and is traditionally counted among the four directional Mahadev temples that are believed to protect the city of Mathura. Local tradition associates the temple with the ancient history of Mathura as a major religious centre and it has long been part of the city's pilgrimage tradition.

The temple is a revered Shaivite shrine in the predominantly Krishna-associated pilgrimage city of Mathura. It holds religious importance for devotees of Lord Shiva and is visited as part of the Mathura parikrama and pilgrimage circuit. Major gatherings occur during Maha Shivratri and the holy month of Shravan when devotees offer prayers and perform abhishek of the Shiva lingam.