Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is one of the most revered temples of Lord Shiva, located 32 km from Rishikesh in a dense forest surrounded by the Manikoot, Brahmakoot, and Vishnukoot hills. According to legend, it is the site where Lord Shiva drank the poison (Halahala) that emerged from the ocean during the Samudra Manthan, which turned his throat blue, earning him the name “Neelkanth.” The temple is popular among devotees and trekkers and is particularly crowded during Shivratri and the Shravan month. It offers a scenic and spiritual experience in a peaceful environment.