Dehradun

Tapovan Temple

Open Time : 6.00 AM - 8.00 PM

Entry : free

Address : 2, Tapowan Road, Friends Colony, Raipur, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

Why to visit Tapovan Temple

Tapovan is highly revered by the religious community. A great number of devotees come to this temple frequently to see rituals and other religious festivities. It is widely accepted that this is where Dronacharya performed his penance. Dronacharya was the Guru of the Kauravas and Pandavas in the Mahabharata epic.

  • Paying homage and offering prayers to the Rudraksha tree located within the temple grounds is one of the main reasons people travel to Dehradun's Tapovan temple.
  • The Rudraksha Shiv Mandir is another common name for it among the locals.
  • The idols of Lord Hanuman, Goddess Kali, and Goddess Durga are located on the temple grounds in their separate sanctuaries.
  • Every year, during Diwali, the Rudraksha tree sprouts Rudraksha seeds, drawing hordes of worshippers from all over the world to collect them.

FAQ on Tapovan Temple

How to reach Tapovan Temple?

The distance between Tapovan and the city of Dehradun is 5 kilometres. Additionally, the distance to the train station is 7 km. Using a bus or a taxi is a convenient way to get around town.

When is the best time to visit Tapovan Temple?

The months of April to July are ideal for travel there.

What are the places to visit near Tapovan Temple?

Nearby attractions includes: Gurudwara Ram Rai , The Laxman Siddh and Khalanga War Memorial

What are the places to eat near Tapovan Temple?

Nearby restaurants includes: Animal Point , Restaurant Laxman Siddh and Pepper Town Table in black

Special Tip

This is a fantastic place to practice uphill bicycling and running. If it doesn't get too chilly, one can go to Dehradun in the winter to enjoy the snow! Additionally, because the temple might become very busy, one must take care of their possessions when moving.

By Abhilasha Prasad

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