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Baleshwar Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to Shiva, situated within city of Champawat in Uttarakhand, India. The temple is believed to be built by Raja Somchand, the first king of the Chand Dynasty. Champawat was the capital of Chand rulers. In 1568, the capital was shifted to Almora. In early 17th century, the Mughals captured Champawat and destroyed the Baleshwar temple. There are not any historical manuscripts that date the Baleshwar temple; however, it is believed to have been built between the 10th and 12th century AD. The main Baleshwar temple is dedicated to Shiva (who is also known as Baleshwar). There are two other temples in the compound of Baleshwar, one dedicated to Ratneshwar and other to Champawati Durga. 

The Baleshwar Temple is built on South Indian sclupture and architecture with magnificent Stone Carving works.

The main Baleshwar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva while there are temples dedicated to Ratneshwar and Champawati Durga. Adjacent to the main Baleshwar Temple are temples dedicated to Ratneshwar and Champawati Durga. The walls of these temples are carved with the different posters of the local deities. 

The exteriors of Ratneshwar and Champawati Durga temples are carved with the different posters of the local deities. The stone carving work is magnificent. In the courtyard of Baleshwar Temple, the stone carved Elephants can be seen all around the temple. An inside view of the dome of the main Baleshwar temple. The marvelous stone carving work can also be experienced here. Outside the compound of Baleshwar Temple is the ruins of ancient "Naula" - the underground water resource.