Kakrighat, located near Khairna on the Nainital–Almora road, lies on the peaceful banks of the Kosi River in Uttarakhand. It is considered a highly sacred and spiritually powerful place.

This site is deeply associated with Somwari Baba Maharaj, a great ascetic saint known for his intense penance and silence.

He used to speak only on Mondays, which is why he came to be known as “Somwari Baba.” Living a simple life, often in just a loincloth, he was believed to possess divine powers and would miraculously arrange food for devotees.

Kakrighat is regarded as the main tapasya (meditation) place of Somwari Baba. It is also believed that he was the spiritual guide (guru) of Neem Karoli Baba (Maharaj-ji).

Later, Neem Karoli Baba recognized the spiritual significance of this region and established the famous Kainchi Dham Ashram nearby.

He deeply respected Somwari Baba and acknowledged the land as spiritually charged due to his presence. Devotees are also guided to a sacred cave in the area, believed to contain an ancient dhuni (holy fire) associated with Somwari Baba.

Additionally, Swami Vivekananda is said to have visited Kakrighat and meditated here, adding to the spiritual importance of the place.

Today, Kakrighat stands as a serene and divine destination, carrying the legacy of great saints and attracting seekers of peace and spirituality.

I had been trying to visit this place for a long time, and today I finally made it. Sitting here, I recited the Hanuman Chalisa and spent some time in meditation—the experience felt truly different.

The peace here is so powerful that it wins over your heart. It’s so calm that you can completely focus on your breath and immerse yourself in chanting the name of Ram.

I truly hope that this peace never fades and that this beautiful positivity always remains 🙂🕉️

Kakrighat: Where Saints Meditated, Peace Still Lives..