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The concept of Ashram came into existence in 1942 when Maharaj Neem Karoli along with Shri Poornanand of the Kainchi Village proposed building an Ashram here dedicated to Sombari Maharaj and Sadhu Premi Baba who used to perform yagnas in this very place. Later in 1962, their dream materialized and the forest from this area was cleared and a rectangular platform was constructed.
It is a beautiful secluded mountain ashram located in the Kumoan Hills alongside the rushing falls of a small tributary of the Kosi River , in Uttarakand.Devotees claim to feel the divine presence of Lord Hanuman and Neem Karoli Baba at the ashram.
The ashram gets its name corresponding to its location which makes a scissor-like (Kainchi in Hindi language) shape as the two hills, between which the ashram is located, cut and cross each other.
The main temple is of Hanuman ji is built over the platform , Maharaj ji asked for construction covering the yangyashala ,where Sombari Maharaj and Sadhu Premi Baba who used to perform yagnas.
The main temple is of Hanuman ji is built over the platform , Maharaj ji asked for construction covering the yangyashala ,where Sombari Maharaj and Sadhu Premi Baba who used to perform yagnas.
Babaji left His physical body in the night of 10 September 1973. The Kalash containing His ashes was already installed in Shri Kainchi Dham. Then, without any plan and design the construction work of Baba’s temple began in 1974. All His devotees cooperated (voluntarily).
There is also a cave beside the temple where Baba Neem Karoli used to spend his time praying and is considered a sacred area.
The Pran-Pratishtha of idols of Hanumanji and others was performed on 15th June in different years. Thus, 15th June is celebrated every year as Pratishtha Divas when a large number of devotees come to Kainchi.
The Kainchi Dham ashram is located 18 km away in Bhowali area from Nainital city and is well connected by motorable roads. You can drive to Kainchi Dham or hire a taxi cab to reach here
Kathgodam is the nearest railway station for people traveling by train. Located 45 km away from the Kainchi Dham, one can hire a shared or private taxi from the railway station. There are also buses running between the two places.
For air travelers, Pantnagar airport is the nearest one, 76 km away. You can reach Kainchi Dham via NH 109 by hiring a taxi cab from the airport.
Devotees are allowed to stay at the Neem Karoli Baba Ashram, but the authorities need prior intimation so that they can look into the accommodation of their guests. If you desire to stay at the ashram, you will have to write to the manager and request permission for your stay. You must also produce a letter of introduction, a picture of yourself and a reference note from one of the older devotees. People are only allowed to stay for a maximum of three days at the ashram.
Rules are strictly enforced and individuals staying at the ashram are required to participate in morning and evening arati. The ashram is closed for a large portion of the year in winters
Most people stay in Nainital or Bhowali or outside the ashram and visit the temples during the day
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