Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, Rishikesh

At the height of 1330 meters, Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is a blissful abode of Lord Shiva. It is a popular pilgrimage destination in Rishikesh, located above Swargashram. The mesmerizing views of Nar and Narayan range, three beautiful valleys Manikoot, Brahmakoot and Vishnukoot  and serene rivers of Pankaja and Madhumati makes this place a paradise for nature lovers and solace seekers. 

 

Neelkanth Mahadev Temple Tourist Information	Details
Neelkanth Mahadev Temple presiding Deity	Lord Shiva
Neelkanth Mahadev Temple Timings	6:00am to 9:00 pm
Neelkanth Mahadev Temple Location	TapKotdwar - Pauri Rd, Kotdwaraovan, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, 249149, India
Neelkanth Mahadev Temple best months to visit	October to March and July- August for Shravan Shivratri.
Places to visit near Neelkanth Mahadev Temple	Tera Manzil Temple, Rajaji National Park, Gita Bhawan, Scorpion Handicrafts, Shri Sachcha Akhileshwar Mahadev, Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, Triveni Ghat, Kunjapuri Devi Temple and Swarg Ashram
What to see and do  in Neelkanth Mahadev Temple	Get the divine darshan of Lord Shiva and Take part in sacred aarti, pooja rituals and special ceremonies.
Exploration Duration of Neelkanth Mahadev Temple	1-2 Hours are enough
Neelkanth Mahadev Temple Dress Code	Traditional attire or covered clothes. Its a religious place so dress modestly.

 

Legend of Neelkanth Mahadev 

Significance of Neelkanth Mahadev Temple 

Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is one of the top Lord Shiva temples in India for Hindu devotees. No matter how difficult the trekking route of Neelkanth Mahadev, lord shiva devotees from all across India visit here to get the divine blessings of Lord Shiva. The spiritual aura of the temple nourishes the mind , body and soul of the devotees.

This temple holds a very significant place in the hearts of devotees. It is said that -

• Neelkanth Mahadev is a symbol of sacrifice and selflessness. He drank poison to save the universe. Devotees worship Neelkanth Mahadev for courage to bear life's challenges with grace and selflessness. 
• Worship of Lord Shiva is deeply ingrained in the cultural fabric of Hindu society. For decades, devotees offer prayers and perform rituals for the wellbeing of their family. 
• Neelkanth Mahadev also represents the balance between creation and destruction. Worshiping Neelkanth means maintaining cosmic balance and harmony in the universe and within oneself. 
• One also worships Neelkanth Mahadev to remove toxicity from their life. Neelkanth Mahadev drank poison to save the universe so people believe that praying to Neelkanth can cleanse the soul of toxic elements and bring healing and peace. 

Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is located on a hill above Swarg Ashram in Rishikesh, Neelkanth Temple is easily accessible from here. The temple lies at a comfortable distance of 12 kms and can also be reached from Rishikesh.

The way to this temple is surrounded by lush green hills and rivers, providing some of the most beautiful sights one has ever seen. Many pilgrims come to this temple by trekking, which takes around 4 hours from Rishikesh.