Haridwar, Uttarakhand · Haridwar travel guide
Temple

An ancient Shiva temple associated with Daksha Prajapati, holding strong mythological significance.
| Time to spend | About 1 h (30 min–1.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 5:30–8:30 AM — morning aarti and cool air; 4:30–7 PM — evening aarti |
| Avoid | 12–3 PM — hot and open courtyard |
| Best months | Oct–Mar |
| Months to avoid | Jul–Aug |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Opening hours | Mon–Sun: 6 AM–8 PM |
| Setting | Indoor & outdoor |
| Effort | Easy |
| Good for | Families, Elderly, Couples, Solo, Groups |
| Rating | 4.7 / 5 on Google (4,861 reviews) |
Sawan (Jul-Aug) brings huge Kanwar pilgrim crowds; avoid then unless attending the festival.



Most visitors spend about 1 h; 30 min–1.5 h depending on pace.
5:30–8:30 AM, for morning aarti and cool air. The best months are Oct–Mar.
Entry is free.
Mon–Sun: 6 AM–8 PM.
Cover shoulders and knees; remove footwear
Shree Daksheshwar Mahadev - Daksh Prajapati Temple on Google Maps