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Hindu temple · near Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Neelkanth Mahadev

Shiva as Neelkanth, who drank the poison of the ocean.

Best monthsOct-Nov, Feb-Apr
BusiestShravan month (July-August) and Mahashivratri
Nearest airportDehradun (DED)
Month by month
  1. JAnuary
  2. FEbruary (good)
  3. MArch (good)
  4. APril (good)
  5. MAy
  6. JUne
  7. JUly
  8. AUgust
  9. SEptember
  10. OCtober (good)
  11. NOvember (good)
  12. DEcember

Why people go

A forest temple about 30 km from Rishikesh by road, or a long walk from Ram Jhula. It is a major stop on the Kanwar Yatra in Shravan.

Getting there

  • Nearest airports: Dehradun (DED), about 20 km, Chandigarh (IXC), about 163 km in a straight line. Check which have flights from your city.
  • Nearest major railway station: Haridwar Railway Station (HW), about 23 km. Smaller stations may be closer.
  • Base: our Rishikesh guide covers where to stay and how to get there.

Tips before you go

  • Avoid Shravan unless you are taking part: the road is packed.
  • Remove shoes at the entrance; free shoe stands are provided.

Visiting from abroad?

Visitors of other faiths are generally welcome, but the inner sanctum may be reserved for Hindus and staff at the gate decide. Dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered) and follow the queue rules. OCI and foreign passport holders: carry your passport.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Neelkanth Mahadev?
Neelkanth Mahadev is in near Rishikesh, Uttarakhand.
How do I reach Neelkanth Mahadev?
The nearest airport on our list is Dehradun (DED), about 20 km away in a straight line, and the nearest major railway station is Haridwar Railway Station, about 23 km away.
What is the best time to visit Neelkanth Mahadev?
Oct-Nov, Feb-Apr is the most comfortable. The busiest times are Shravan month (July-August) and Mahashivratri.
Can non-Hindus or foreigners visit Neelkanth Mahadev?
Visitors of other faiths are generally welcome; follow the dress code and the instructions of staff at the gate.

How we chose: real demand, from monthly Google searches in India (Semrush, India database, monthly Google searches, checked 21 Oct 2026), plus the circuits families actually travel. Locations: Wikidata (CC0) and Wikipedia. Airports and stations are the nearest on our own lists, measured in a straight line, so check flights and road times. We do not list timings or fees because they change; check with the temple. Checked 21 Oct 2026.

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