Kankhal is a town located in the Haridwar district of the Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is situated approximately 5 kilometers south of Haridwar city and is known for its numerous Hindu temples and ashrams.
Kankhal is particularly famous for the Daksheshwar Mahadev Temple, which is believed to have been built by King Daksha Prajapati, the father-in-law of Lord Shiva. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and attracts thousands of devotees every year.
Another important temple in Kankhal is the Mansa Devi Temple, which is located atop a hill and is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Mansa Devi. The temple can be reached by a cable car ride, which offers stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys.
Apart from these temples, Kankhal is also home to several other ashrams and religious institutions, making it an important destination for spiritual seekers and devotees.