Daksheswara Mahadev Temple, Hindu temple in Kankhal, India
Daksheswara Mahadev Temple sits along the Ganges River with a main shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva and another commemorating the head of King Daksha. The temple grounds include multiple smaller shrines, meditation spaces, and halls designed for conducting rituals and prayers.
Queen Dhankaur built the temple in 1810, and the structure underwent major renovation in the early 1960s. This restoration shaped the complex into its present form.
The temple draws pilgrims during Shravan month who gather to perform rituals and make offerings to Lord Shiva. The site serves as a meeting place for devotees who come to conduct traditional ceremonies and participate in prayer sessions together.
The temple sits directly on the Ganges and is easily accessible on foot, especially if you approach from the old town area. Visitors should wear modest clothing and be prepared for active prayer times and gathering crowds.
According to Hindu mythology, this site marks where Veerabhadra beheaded King Daksha, making it a singular sacred location. It remains one of the few places where both Lord Shiva and King Daksha receive worship in the same temple complex.
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