Dupcheswor Mahadev temple is one of the famous temples of Lord Shiva in Nuwakot district. The highly revered temple, which is visited mostly for its religious beliefs, is a natural structure in the middle of big rocks. Thousands of visitors come to worship the temple all along the year but, the temple is crowded mainly during festivals like big Mela on the days of Dhanyapurnima (full moon day in Mangshir or Poush), Shivaratri, Teej, Balachaturdashi, Janaipurnima, etc. Many pilgrims come here and offer cow milk to God. A special carnival takes place at Dupcheswor annually on the full moon day of the Nepali month of Mangshir or Poush, called Dhanyapurnima. It is one of the biggest festivals in the entire district. The festival usually starts on the Ekadasi and ends on the Ekadashi. During this time, pilgrims from all over the country, as well as tourists visit this place. The place not only has local cultural importance but is also famous as a tourist destination in the district.