Massive marigold flower filled water body at Kartik Swami Mandir in Malkhi, Uttarakhand

Massive marigold flower‑filled water body surrounds the Kartik Swami Mandir in Malkhi, Uttarakhand. The temple, dedicated to Lord Kartikeya, sits on a sharp, steep Himalayan ridge near Kanak Chauri village on the Rudraprayag‑Pokhari route, a 3‑km trek from the village. It is visited by millions of Hindu devotees annually and features a natural idol carved on a marble‑like rock. The narrow ridge offers panoramic views of the Himalayas, and the surrounding thick forest adds to the dramatic scenery.