{"id":634,"date":"2019-04-04T14:28:41","date_gmt":"2019-04-04T19:58:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blogoldsite\/?p=634"},"modified":"2025-12-06T00:20:57","modified_gmt":"2025-12-06T05:50:57","slug":"jhilmil-cave-neelkanth-rishikesh-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blogoldsite\/jhilmil-cave-neelkanth-rishikesh-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Secret of Jhilmil Cave ( Gufa ): Living Legends near Neelkanth"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<h1><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Secret of Jhilmil Cave ( Gufa ): Living Legends near Neelkanth<\/span><\/h1>\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In <strong data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"114\">Uttarakhand<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"129\">Rishikesh<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"161\">sacred pilgrimage site<\/strong>. Here are many <strong data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"196\">ancient temples<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"207\">ghats<\/strong>, and several <strong data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"230\">caves<\/strong>. One of them is <strong data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"263\">Jhilmil Cave<\/strong>, which is about <strong data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"297\">30 kilometers<\/strong> from <strong data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"316\">Rishikesh<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<p>This <strong data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"331\">cave<\/strong> is considered <strong data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"357\">ancient<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"376\">mysterious<\/strong>. It is believed to be connected with the <strong data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"432\">Satya Yuga<\/strong>. Its <strong data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"451\">religious<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"483\">historical significance<\/strong> is very high.<\/p>\r\n<p>This <strong data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"511\">cave<\/strong> is located amidst <strong data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"547\">dense forests<\/strong>, and to reach it, one has to go on a <strong data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"593\">trek<\/strong>. The nature here is extremely <strong data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"645\">peaceful<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"663\">spiritual<\/strong>, making it an ideal place for <strong data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"708\">meditation<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"723\">sadhna<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"88\">&#8220;In this cave<\/strong>, many <strong data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"104\">sages<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"121\" data-is-only-node=\"\">ascetics<\/strong> have performed severe <strong data-start=\"144\" data-end=\"155\">penance<\/strong>. \u00a0This <strong data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"356\">cave<\/strong> is also <strong data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"379\">associated<\/strong> with <strong data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"404\">Baba Gorakhnath<\/strong>. It is <strong data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"420\">said<\/strong> that he <strong data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"436\">lit<\/strong> a <strong data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"448\">dhuni<\/strong> (<strong data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"458\">fire<\/strong>) here and <strong data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"482\">worshiped<\/strong> <strong data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"497\">Lord Shiva<\/strong>. For this <strong data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"518\">reason<\/strong>, the <strong data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"533\">walls<\/strong> of the <strong data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"549\">cave<\/strong> turned <strong data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"566\">black<\/strong>.&#8221;<\/p>\r\n<p>Jhilmil Cave ( Jhilmil Gufa ) lies on\u00a0 the Manikoot Parvat ( Mountain )\u00a0 near Neelkanth Temple in Rishikesh, the Jhilmil Cave, <strong>also pronounce\u00a0 as Jhilmil Gufa<\/strong>,.<\/p>\r\n<p>It is a living symbol\u00a0 of\u00a0 Sanyas tradition.\u00a0 The cave is formed thousands of years ago. <strong>Rishikesh to Jhilmil Gufa distance is about 30 km ( including 3 km trekking route)<\/strong>, this extraordinary hiking trail offers a unique and offbeat exploration opportunity around Rishikesh.<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>The cave&#8217;s beauty lies in its unique rock formations,<\/strong> with <strong>hanging icicle-like structures<\/strong> called stalactites and rising formations known as stalagmites. Many people come here to explore\u00a0 and mediate inside it.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_6997\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6997\" style=\"width: 768px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6997 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blogoldsite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Neelkanth-Mahadev-Temple-Rishikesh-India.jpg\" alt=\"Neelkanth Mahadev Temple Rishikesh India\" width=\"768\" height=\"950\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blogoldsite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Neelkanth-Mahadev-Temple-Rishikesh-India.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blogoldsite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Neelkanth-Mahadev-Temple-Rishikesh-India-243x300.jpg 243w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6997\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Neelkanth Mahadev Temple Rishikesh India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h2>Neelkanth Temple<\/h2>\r\n<p>Legend has it that the cave is named after a sage named Jhilmila Sadhu, who is said to have meditated and attained Samadhi inside it.<strong> It&#8217;s located just 5 kilometers up from the <a href=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blogoldsite\/neelkanth-mahadev-rishikesh\/\">Neelkanth Mahadev temple<\/a>\u00a0 within\u00a0 Manikoot Parvat, in the Kajari Van area.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"550\"><strong data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"96\">How to reach here<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"550\">To reach <strong data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"126\">Jhilimili Cave<\/strong>, one has to move forward on the route from <strong data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"183\">Rishikesh<\/strong> to <strong data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"215\">Neelkanth Mahadev Temple<\/strong>. This <strong data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"231\" data-is-only-node=\"\">route<\/strong> passes through <strong data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"258\">forests<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"272\">hills<\/strong>, which makes the entire <strong data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"308\">journey<\/strong> <strong data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"321\">exciting<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"550\">Inside the <strong data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"342\">cave<\/strong>, one experiences <strong data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"372\">coolness<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"386\">peace<\/strong>, which helps in <strong data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"417\">meditation<\/strong>. People <strong data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"437\">believe<\/strong> that the <strong data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"455\">cave<\/strong> has special <strong data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"488\">spiritual energy<\/strong>. Performing <strong data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"512\">sadhana<\/strong> here is said to <strong data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"547\">fulfill wishes<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"1028\"><strong data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"578\">Experience of divinity<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"1028\">People interested in <strong data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"616\">meditation<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"643\">spiritual practice<\/strong> come here to experience deep <strong data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"688\">inner peace<\/strong>. This <strong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"703\" data-is-only-node=\"\">cave<\/strong> is not only a <strong data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"736\">religious site<\/strong> but also an amazing <strong data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"777\">mysterious place<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"1028\">Its <strong data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"801\">natural beauty<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"827\">spiritual atmosphere<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"862\">mythological significance<\/strong> make it a special <strong data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"900\">pilgrimage spot<\/strong>. Devotees and <strong data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"927\">tourists<\/strong> visiting <strong data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"950\">Rishikesh<\/strong> definitely take a <strong data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"977\">trip<\/strong> to this <strong data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"994\">cave<\/strong> to experience its <strong data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1025\">divinity<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<h5>Suggested Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blogoldsite\/balkunwari-devi-temple-rishikesh\/\">Balkumari Temple Rishikesh: Embracing the Divine Feminine<\/a><\/h5>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-960\" style=\"font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blogoldsite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/jhilmil-cave.jpg\" alt=\"a tourist with visitors at Jhilmil cave rishikesh\" \/>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<span style=\"color: #b4b4b4; font-size: calc(0.28571em + 9.28571px); font-style: italic; text-align: center; letter-spacing: 0px;\">A tourist with pilgrims at Jhilmil cave<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Jhilmil Cave ( Gufa ) by Foot<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jhilmil Cave is just 15 kilometers from Rishikesh by foot and\u00a0 <strong>you can reach there by taking 15 long trail through the Rajaji National Park via Neelkanth Temple. <\/strong>\u00a0The Jhilmil Gufa lies amidst lush green surroundings and offers stunning views of the nearby Rajaji National Park\u00a0 and valleys.<\/p>\r\n<h3>History of the Cave ( Gufa )<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This cave ( Gufa ) has a rich history, was formed naturally millions of years ago. It is dedicated to <a href=\"https:\/\/hi.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/%E0%A4%97%E0%A5%8B%E0%A4%B0%E0%A4%96%E0%A4%A8%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%A5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Baba Gorakhnath,<\/strong><\/a> who is a follower of Lord Shiva. According to Puranic legends, Baba Gorakhnath did intense austerities in this cave, by offering Hawan (sacred fire rituals) to Lord Shiva for 1000 of years.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>It is said that Lord Shiva and Baba Gorakhnath engaged in extensive discussions on yoga within these ancient walls.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<h3>Mythological Significance<\/h3>\r\n<p>The cave ( Gufa ) is famous as a meditative place, the site where Baba Gorakhnath, a\u00a0 disciple of Lord Shiva, meditated for an extended years.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>Additionally, according to <strong>Hindu epic Mahabharata, the Pandavas <\/strong>used this cave for meditation and also sought refuge here during their period of exile.<\/p>\r\n<h5>Suggested Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blogoldsite\/kunjapuri-sunrise-view-trek-in-rishikesh\/\">Kunjapuri Sunrise Trek near Rishikesh<\/a><\/h5>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-646\" src=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blogoldsite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/jhilmil-cave.jpg\" alt=\"Jhilmil Cave in Rishikesh\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Tourists blessed by Baba in the cave<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>Attractions Around<\/h3>\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jhilmil Cave ( Gufa) include <strong>Ganesh Gufa and Hanuman Gufa<\/strong>, which resemble idols of Lord Ganesh and Lord Hanuman, respectively. These caves are popular among devotees who trek up to The <strong>Jhilmil Gufa Neelkanth Rishikesh.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p>The pilgrims get a chance to interact with Naga Sadhus who lives and\u00a0 meditate at the cave, and tourists often participate in meditation sessions or take moments of contemplation. The surrounding area boasts rich and untouched flora and fauna, ideal for birdwatching too.<\/p>\r\n<h3>Where to Stay<\/h3>\r\n<p>For accommodations, tourists typically stay in Rishikesh due to its proximity, and Rishikesh offers a range from budget to luxury stay options.<\/p>\r\n<p>However, staying near Ganesh Gufa or near Neelkanth temple are options for those wishing to stay there for more experience. Accommodations there are basic and may require negotiation with the owner for pricing and facilities.<\/p>\r\n<h5>Suggested Read:\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/patho-village-trek-rishikesh.html\">Half-Day Gujjar Village Trek with Secret Waterfalls.<\/a><\/h5>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\">\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_647\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-647\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-647\" src=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blogoldsite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Jhilmil.jpg\" alt=\"Mauni Baba Ashram \" width=\"700\" height=\"525\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-647\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mauni Baba Ashram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h3>Getting There<\/h3>\r\n<p>Rishikesh to Jhilmil Gufa distance is about 30 km and\u00a0 75 kilometers from Dehradun, and 65 kilometers from Haridwar. The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun.<strong>The nearest train station is Rishikesh railway station.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p>The local transportation like jeeps and cars are available to Jhilmil Cave from various points of Rishikesh town like Ram Jhula suspension bridge, Laxman Jhula Suspension Bridge , Tapovan Tiraha etc.<\/p>\r\n<h4>Recommendation<\/h4>\r\n<p>Take a road drive\u00a0 along the Badrinath Highway and move towards Neelkanth motorway or trekking from Ram Jhula Bridge towards Beatles Ashram.\u00a0 <strong>it&#8217;s important to finish trekking before dark due to wildlife activity, particularly elephants and leopards.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<h3>Best time for Jhilmil Cave ( Gufa )<\/h3>\r\n<p><strong>The best time to visit Jhilmil Gufa in Rishikesh is from October to March,<\/strong> avoiding the monsoon months for safety reasons and wildlife activates and landslides happen.<\/p>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h5>Suggested Read &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blogoldsite\/rajaji-national-park-the-kingdom-of-the-elephant\/\">Rajaji National Park &#8211; The Kingdom of the Elephant\u00a0<\/a><\/h5>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-961\" src=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blogoldsite\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/jhilmilcave.jpg\" alt=\"A cup of tea with Sadhu nearby \" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>A cup of tea with Sadhu nearby the Jhilmil cave<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>Jhilmil cave and Neelkanth Temple<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"flex-shrink-0 flex flex-col relative items-end\">\r\n<div>\r\n<div class=\"pt-0\">\r\n<div class=\"gizmo-bot-avatar flex h-8 w-8 items-center justify-center overflow-hidden rounded-full\">\r\n<div class=\"relative p-1 rounded-sm flex items-center justify-center bg-token-main-surface-primary text-token-text-primary h-8 w-8\">\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hi! I&#8217;m going to tell you a story about a <strong>fun adventure<\/strong> to a magical place! It&#8217;s called <strong>Neelkanth Mahadev Temple<\/strong> and it&#8217;s in a faraway land called <strong>Rishikesh<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<p>So, first, there&#8217;s this big and <strong>beautiful temple<\/strong> that sits up high in the <strong>mountains<\/strong>\u2014really, really high, like way up in the sky! It&#8217;s <strong>so pretty<\/strong> because it&#8217;s surrounded by <strong>green trees<\/strong> and the <strong>big blue sky<\/strong>. It&#8217;s like a house for Lord <strong>Shiva<\/strong>, who\u2019s a super cool god with a <strong>blue throat<\/strong>. Want to know why his throat is blue? Well, here&#8217;s the story!<\/p>\r\n<p>A long time ago, the <strong>gods<\/strong> and <strong>demons<\/strong> were stirring a big ocean to find a <strong>magic drink<\/strong>. But, oops! They accidentally made some <strong>bad poison<\/strong> come out too! Lord Shiva, being a hero, drank the poison so it wouldn\u2019t hurt anyone, and that made his throat turn <strong>blue<\/strong>! That\u2019s why they call him <strong>Neelkanth<\/strong>, which means &#8220;the one with a blue throat.&#8221;<\/p>\r\n<h3>What You Expect there?<\/h3>\r\n<p>When you go to the <strong>Neelkanth Temple<\/strong>, you can see lots of pretty <strong>carvings<\/strong> on the walls, and it feels so <strong>special<\/strong> because everyone is loud, singing songs, and praying. There\u2019s even a\u00a0 waterfall nearby where you can splash in the <strong>sparkling water<\/strong>. It\u2019s not just a place you see; it\u2019s a place that makes your <strong>heart feel happy<\/strong> and <strong>peaceful<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\r\n<div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\r\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\">\r\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"4f8d27d0-a7eb-4fd1-8044-6f8d5980fd5c\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\">\r\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\r\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\r\n<p>After visiting the <strong>Neelkanth Temple<\/strong>, guess what? You can go to a <strong>mysterious cave<\/strong> called <strong>Jhilmil cave ( Gufa ) <\/strong>! It\u2019s like a secret hiding place in the middle of a big, big <strong>jungle<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<h3><strong>Manikut Kajri Van<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<p>The jungle is called <strong>Manikut Kajri Van<\/strong>, and guess who lives there? <strong>Elephants!<\/strong> The cave is not far from the temple, and it\u2019s super quiet, perfect for listening to the sounds of the <strong>forest<\/strong>. When the sun starts to go down, you might hear <strong>Sadhus<\/strong> (wise people) saying <strong>prayers<\/strong> near the cave. It\u2019s like a <strong>magical evening<\/strong> story!<\/p>\r\n<p>But wait, there\u2019s more! After you visit the cave, you can go on a fun <strong>little hike<\/strong> to see the <strong>waterfalls<\/strong>! You\u2019ll be amazed when you get there because the water falls down from so high, like a big <strong>shower from the sky<\/strong>!<\/p>\r\n<p>The water is so <strong>blue<\/strong> and surrounded by <strong>green trees<\/strong>, making everything look like it\u2019s from a <strong>fairy tale<\/strong>. You can even have a <strong>picnic<\/strong> there! Bring your snacks and sit by the <strong>cool water<\/strong> to dip your feet and feel super refreshed.<\/p>\r\n<h3>What to Wear<\/h3>\r\n<p>Make sure to wear your <strong>comfy clothes<\/strong> and shoes because you\u2019ll be walking a lot. Don\u2019t forget to pack a little <strong>backpack<\/strong> with water, snacks, and your <strong>camera<\/strong> to take pictures of all the <strong>pretty things<\/strong> you\u2019ll see!<\/p>\r\n<p>This adventure to the <strong>Neelkanth Temple<\/strong>, <strong>Jhilmil cave ( Gufa )<\/strong>, and the <strong>waterfalls<\/strong> is like going on a <strong>magical journey<\/strong>. You\u2019ll feel so <strong>happy and peaceful<\/strong>, like you\u2019re part of a special story. So pack your things and get ready for a day full of <strong>fun<\/strong> and <strong>wonder<\/strong>!<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Conclusion<\/h3>\r\n<p>The Jhilmil Cave ( Gufa ) in Rishikesh offers an extraordinary journey that combines adventure, spirituality, and natural beauty in equal measure. The scenic trek through the rugged terrain in the Rajaji National Park is breathtaking experience. Every step of this exploration is a memory that remains into your heart forever.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Secret of Jhilmil Cave ( Gufa ): Living Legends near Neelkanth In Uttarakhand, Rishikesh is a sacred pilgrimage site. Here are many ancient temples, ghats, and several caves. One of them is Jhilmil Cave, which is about 30 kilometers from Rishikesh. This cave is considered ancient and mysterious. 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