Massive marigold flower at Kalash puja at Kartik Swami Mandir in Malkhi, Uttarakhand

Massive marigold flower filled water body at Kartik Swami Mandir in Malkhi, Uttarakhand. The temple lies on a sharp, steep rocky ridge in the Himalayas and is visited by millions of Hindu devotees annually. Located near Kanak Chauri village on the Rudraprayag‑Pokhari route, it is a 3‑km trek from the village and is dedicated to Lord Kartikeya, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The natural idol carved on a marble‑like rock sits atop a narrow ridge, offering panoramic views of the Himalayas. Aerial footage shows the temple perched on a knife‑sharp ridge surrounded by thick forest.