Kainchi Dham, also known as Neem Karoli Baba Ashram, is located about 17 km from Nainital and 9 km from Bhawali on the Nainital-Almora road in Uttarakhand. Established by Saint Neem Karoli Baba in the 1960s, this holy place attracts millions of devotees and travelers for peace, blessings, spirituality and meditation.
History and Significance of Kainchi Dham
Kainchi Dham holds a special place in the hearts of its devotees, Neem Karoli Baba who founded Kainchi Dham is known for his teachings and mystical presence.
Neem Karoli Baba spent his last years in Kainchi Dham Ashram, devotees used to call him Maharaj Ji. Neem Karoli Baba was a great devotee of Lord Hanuman and according to the locals, Neem Karoli Baba was an incarnation of Lord Hanuman.
Kainchi Dham came into the limelight when former Apple CEO Steve Jobs, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and recently Virat Kohli came here to meditate.
Kainchi Dham Ashram is surrounded by hills and trees which is the most suitable place for devotees to meditate.
Architecture and Ambiance
Kainchi Dham is built in a way that reflects the modesty and spirituality of the ashram, with a simple architecture. Being located on the banks of the Kosi River, Kainchi Dham makes the ashram even more attractive.
Key attractions in Kainchi Dham
The place in the ashram where Neem Karoli Baba used to meditate is the place where Baba’s Samadhi has been built and devotees meditate and contemplate outside it.
Being a devotee of Hanuman ji, Neem Karoli Baba also has a temple of Hanuman ji inside the ashram.
There is also a banyan tree in the ashram which is considered a place of blessings and energy for the devotees.
How to Reach Kainchi Dham
By Air
The nearest airport to Kainchi Dham is located about 70 km from the Ashram which is Pantnagar Airport, from here onwards the journey is covered by regular buses or taxis.
By Rail
The nearest railway station to Kainchi Dham is located about 40 km from the Ashram which is Kathgodam Railway Station, from here onwards the journey is covered by regular buses or taxis.
By Road
Kainchi Dham is well connected by road to all the major cities of Uttarakhand, regular buses and private taxis of Uttarakhand are convenient for travel here.
Best Time to Visit
Although Kainchi Dham is open throughout the year and devotees can visit anytime, but the best time to visit the ashram is considered to be May-June (before monsoon) and September to November (after monsoon).
The best day for devotees is considered to be 15th June because on this day the annual Pratishtha Day is celebrated.
Seasonal Attractions
Summer (March-June): This is the most pleasant season for devotees. Due to being a hilly area, the weather is neither too hot nor too cold at this time.
Monsoon (July-August): Due to monsoon, the entire hill is covered with greenery at this time, the weather becomes even more beautiful, but due to heavy rains the journey can be challenging and there is a danger of landslides.
Winter (December-February): Due to being a hilly area, this season becomes very cold, but it is the best time for devotees who are looking for a peaceful environment.
Tips for Visitors
All devotees should follow the rules of the ashram and pay special attention to cleanliness.
If any devotee wishes to stay in the ashram, then permission has to be taken for this, which is maximum for 3 days. ( For Permission Visit Here )
Devotees should bring light luggage, as all other necessary things are available here.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kainchi Dham
Can I visit Kainchi Dham without registration?
Yes.
Does one have to trek to Kainchi Dham?
No, Kainchi Dham can reached by road.
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