Shankaracharya Temple

One of the oldest temples in Kashmir is the Shankaracharya Temple in Srinagar, which is devoted to Lord Shiva and is situated atop Shankaracharya Hill. The temple is named for the famous philosopher Shankaracharya, who is thought to have visited Srinagar roughly ten centuries ago and is also known as Jyesteshwara Temple. The temple has the Shiva Linga that he revered.

This is thought to be the location of Adi Shankaracharya’s spiritual enlightenment. Following this, he is credited with founding the four Advaita schools of Hindu philosophy, which upholds non-dualism. Situated on a sturdy rock, the Shankaracharya temple is built upon a lofty octagonal platform that may be reached via around 243 steps. A broad perspective of the valley below is available from the temple’s summit.

Most pilgrims and tourists that come to the Shankaracharya Temple do so while on route to the Amarnath Yatra.