Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Nilkanth, an aspect of Lord Shiva. The temple architecture is very much influenced by the Dravidian style of temple architecture.
Rishikesh is known for many things amongst which stands tall is the famous Shiva Temple called the Neelkanth Mahadev temple. The stupor and enchantment of the delightful city tells the most ancient of all tales and significant happenings in Hindu Mythology.
Located at a distance of 32 km from Rishikesh, the temple is a sacred pilgrim spot. The Shiva abode is situated at a height of 1330 meters amidst the valleys of Manikoot, Brahmakoot, and Vishnukoot. The temple is surrounded by dense forests and sturdy mountain ranges of Nar-Narayan on the confluence of Rivers Pankaja and Madhumati.
Goddess Bhuvaneshwari is Located in the Nayar valley on a small hill top on the right bank of Nayar river near a small village Banghat couple a kilometre from the nearest town Satpuli.
Maa Bhuvneshwari is the Kul Devi of Naithani’s from Village Naithana, Patti Maniyarsyun, Pauri Garhwal. Close to the temple there is a well mantained Dharmshala is made by a trust of Naithaini’s and the devotee’s of ma Bhuvneshwari. Every one can visit this holy place to get blessing from Maa Adishakti Bhuvneshwari.
Rishikesh has spectacular view of jungle-clad hills. Rishikesh has also confluence of River Ganges and Chandrabhaga. The glorious attraction of Rishikesh is none other than the great river Ganges herself, running rapidly throughout the city. In the ancient time and still so many yogis, rishis, sages and sannyasis attracted to Rishikesh to practice yoga in this peaceful location. Since then,
Rishikesh has known as an abode of sages. Rishikesh is a holy town with so many Ashrams and it is famous for the yoga world wide. Rishikesh is now world famous as a Yoga Capital of the world. Every year during the March month one week long International yoga festival is hosted by Rishikesh.
Jhilmil Gufa in Rishikesh, is a very exclusive adventure short trekking route in Rajaji National Park near Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, Rishikesh in Uttarakhand. This natural Gufa is located on the Manikoot Mountains about 35 km away by road from Rishikesh and 16 km away by an uphill trek through Rajaji National Park from Ram Jhula Rishikesh via Beatles Ashram. Jhilmil Cave Rishikesh is a mountaintop cave at an elevation of 1400 m from sea level.
It is located within a hiking distance of about 4 km from Shiva Temple, Neelkanth Mahadev. The Neelkanth - Jhilmil Gufa offers you scenic and stunning views of the Rishikesh and valley of the Ganges. The name Jhilmil is derived from Guru Jhilmilananda who lived in this cave for short period. Today, there are some Sadhus and Sanyasi are living permanently in the Gufa complex.
Jumpin Heights, presents India’s first extreme adventure zone. Located in the adventure capital of India, Rishikesh, this is a must visit place for any adventure seekers! Now you don’t have to go all the way to places like New Zealand to experience some high adrenaline charged thrill rides.
Jumpin Heights gives you the opportunity to try out bungee jumping, giant swing and the flying fox. In the bungee jump, your ankles will be tied to a chord and then you are sent into a heart pumping fall. Just like its name, in the giant swing, usually two people are made to sit in a seat-like harness and then given the gentle push into a thrilling ride of their lifetime. In the flying fox, you will be tethered horizontally into a harness and then down you go into a freefall along a rope, cutting through air at speeds of 160 km/h.
Rishikesh is famous for its serene landscapes, religious significance as well as various thrilling adventure activities like bungee jumping, river rafting, and many more.
If you want to try on something adventurous and exciting, then you must not miss out on this white-water river rafting experience in Rishikesh. Gush through the sturdy rapids as well as admire breathtaking landscapes of mountains & greenery as you raft through the clear waters.
The river rafting in Rishikesh takes you on a 9 km, 16 km, or 32 Km course of adventure!
