Haleshi Mahadev is the most sacred pilgrimage site of eastern Nepal. This temple is located in a mysterious cave on a hill top. According to mythology Lord Shiva hid in this cave to save from the demon Bashmasur who was granted boon of killing any person he wanted by Shiva. After the demon was killed with the help of slyness mind of Lord Vishnu Shiva along with his consort Parvati made this caves as their abode. This cave is also holy site for Buddhists. They believe that Guru Padmasambhava, the second Buddha meditated here for three months. He along with his consort made a ritual here for achieving nirvana. There are three caves on the hill top that represent three eyes of Lord Shiva. The first cave in which lies the image of Shiva is called Haleshwar Mahadev and constitutes the main section of the temple. In the second cave there is an image of Nandi. And in the third cave the image of Bhairav lies. After going down 25 to 30 steps at the walls of the cliff there is a big red stone which is worshiped as Gaura Parbata. It is believed the caves to be in

After Breakfast at Hotel you will drive to Visit Haleshi Mahadev Temple. From Kathmandu you have to drive 03hr to 3.5hrs approx. to reach Haleshi Mahadev by AC Private Vehicle. The distance between Kathmandu and Haleshi road distance is 220 KM.It takes Full Day tour .After offering the prayers you will have a vegetarian Lunch at Local Restaurants. After Lunch you will drive back to Kathmandu Hotel.