Jhankar Saim Mahadev Temple in Jageshwar, Uttarakhand

Jhankar Saim Mahadev Temple is the popular temple located in Jageshwar of Almora district. This temple is situated in the Jageshwar Dham temple complex, which is in the south of Jageshwar. According to legend, Lord Shiva used to perform penance at this place. During austerity, the monster used to obstruct their penance. Then Lord Shiva Jhankar Saim came in the form of Trinetra and sent his ganas to kill the monsters. This temple has a great religious significance. This temple is surrounded by dense forests of deodar. During the journey of Jageshwar Dham, devotees go to darshan of this temple. Jhankar Saim Mahadev Temple is one of the major religious sites of Jageshwar, which attracts the pilgrims coming here very much.

How To Reach Jhankar Saim Mahadev Temple

By Air

The nearest airport to Jageshwar is Pantnagar Airport, which is about 149 km from Jageshwar.

By Rail

The nearest railway station of Jageshwar is Kathgodam railway station, which is about 116 km from Jageshwar.

By Road

Jhankar Saim Mahadev Temple is located in Jageshwar Dham Complex, which is only a few minutes away from Jageshwar.

Best Time To Visit

The journey of Jhankar Saim Mahadev Temple can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of October to April. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable. During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to snowfall on the surrounding hills in the winter season, the temperature of here goes down very much. Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of heavy rains threatening landslides.