Guest guest Posted March 21, 2005 Report Share Posted March 21, 2005 Nilkhant Mahadeo About Nilkhant Mahadeo Neelkanth Mahadev, a place where Lord Shiva is believed to have drunk the venom that came out during the churning of the Ocean. It is 12 kms. away from Rishikesh surrounded by peaceful forests. Situated at a height of 1675 m, on a hill above Swarg Ashram, Neelkanth Mahadev is one of the most revered temples of Rishikesh. This is an important Siva temple. Siva received the name Neela Kantha after drinking the poison produced from the churning of the Milk Ocean. It turned his throat blue, which is why he is also called Nilkanth. Neela meaning “blue†and kantha meaning “throat.†Every Shivratri And Shravan (mid-July to August) fairs are held here. Legend Legend has it that in the ancient times when the ocean was being churned for 'amrit' (Potion for immortality), first venom oozed out. Lord Shiva drank the venom at a place, which is now called Nilkanth Mahadeo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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