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English: The Koteswara Mahadeva temple of Lanji, sometimes referred to as the Koteshwar Dham, is an 11th-century Shiva temple, notable for its historical evidence that links the early adoption of Hinduism by Gond people of central India – one of the largest tribes in India.

The temple is located midst a forested area and bamboo jungle. It has been restored and repeatedly whitewashed. The architecture, parts of outer structure, Hindu artwork panels and the inside of the sanctum are largely original in stone. The restored sections are in brick and mortar, with artwork ruins inserted in.

The Hindu artwork found here include those of Shiva, Vishnu and Shakti traditions. The sanctum is set below the floor level of the mandapa, in a Pataleshwar style common in eastern Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.

The Shikhara consists of a pointed dome, but this is likely from 18th-century. Similarly the hall and some pilgrim facilities in this complex are all from 18th and 19th-century. There are three inscriptions here, of which two are from modern era, only one that dates to pre-13th century. Within the complex are historic ruins including one of Hanuman. The temple and the statue of Hanuman are monuments protected by the Archaeological Survey of India.

This temple should not confused with similarly named temple sites in many parts of India, including Kutch (Gujarat) and Kathmandu (Nepal).