Temples in Rishikesh | Temples To Be Visited In Rishikesh

Rishikesh - Pilgrimage Centre | Temples To Be Visited In Rishikesh

Rishikesh is a revered pilgrimage spot since times immemorial. This land is blessed by Lord Shiva himself. Rishikesh is bestowed with enticing natural beauty. This place also shelters ancient temples with each one unfolding a tale of its own. Rishikesh is not only a pilgrimage centre, closely associated with the Ramayana, home for many important centres of Hindu religious thought and spirituality. Rishikesh is also the gateway and start - off - point for journey to important religious places like Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. Some of the famous temples of Rishikesh are Neelkanth Mahadev temple, Kunja puri temple, Bharat Mandir, Shri Trimbakeshwar temple, Swarg Niwas temple.

Neelkanth Mahadev temple:

Neelkanth Mahadev temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This ancient temple is situated at an altitude of 1675 m on a hill above the Swarg Ashram overlooking the Nar Narayanan mountain ranges. The temple is built after a great mythological episode when Lord Shiva drank the venom that oozed out of the ocean during 'Samudra Manthari'. This caused Lord Shiva's throat to turn blue and thus the name Neelkanth.

Kunjapuri temple:

This temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga. This temple is also consider by Shakthipeeth. It is believed that Lord Shiva approved all the way through this place on his manner to go back to Kailash with the corpse of Sati whose dead body part cut down at the spot where the temple of Kunja puri stands.

Bharat Mandir:

Bharat mandir is situated at half a kilometer away from Triveni ghat in the heart of the city.This temple is dedicated to Baharat, younger brother of Lord Rama. Many devotees visit this temple seeking blessings each year.

Shri Trimbakeshwar temple:

The abode of the ' three eyed lord', Shri Trimbakeshwar temple is set overlooking the majestic Himalayas. This ancient temple is very beautiful with its historical facts and carvings around the temple. It is an ideal place for both pilgrims and history buffs.

Swarg Niwas temple:

This temple is brilliantly architectured with each floor enshrined with different Hindu deities. The temple is coated with orange, sacred color of Hinduism. The top of the tower offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Ganges and Rishikesh valley.

How to reach Rishikesh:

By Air - Jolly Grant airport @ Dehradun(35 kms away from Rishikesh).

By Train - Nearest railhead to Rishikesh is in Haridwar (25 kms away).

Also various luxury coaches and travel buses available to Rishikesh.