Kartik Swami Mandir at Malkhi, Uttarakhand: Aerial view of temple on knife ridge with forest around

Bird's eye view of Kartik Swami Mandir at Malkhi in Uttarakhand, as seen aerially from the air. The temple is located on a knife‑sharp ridge with thick forest on all sides. It is near Kanak Chauri village on the Rudraprayag‑Pokhari route, a 3‑km trek from the village. Dedicated to Lord Kartikeya, the son of Shiva and Parvati, the temple is known for its natural idol carved on a marble‑like rock and perched atop a narrow ridge, offering panoramic views of the Himalayas.