Neeb Karoli Dham in Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh

Neeb Karoli Dham is located in Nibkarori village of Farrukhabad district, Uttar Pradesh. The place became renowned as the starting point of Neem Karoli Baba's divine journey, and it’s where his miraculous powers were first witnessed due to an incident on a train.

Neem Karoli Baba, known as Laxman Das in his early years, was once traveling by train without a ticket. The ticket checker asked him to disembark, and Baba obliged. However, after he got off, the train wouldn’t move. Despite repeated efforts, the train remained stalled. The railway officials realized that it was due to Baba’s divine powers. They rushed to him, begged for forgiveness, and requested him to board the train again. Baba agreed but made one condition: that a railway station be built at this spot for the benefit of the local people. This station came to be known as Lakshman Das Puri.

After this incident, Baba stayed in Nibkarori village for an extended period, and it was here that his fame began to spread. The villagers became deeply devoted to him and created a small ashram for him, including a cave for his meditation. During his time in the village, Baba established a Hanuman Mandir, for which he performed a grand Maha-Yagya.

The Hanuman Mandir at Neeb Karoli Dham is of great importance, as the idol of Lord Hanuman was handcrafted by Baba himself. His devotees believe that the temple and the surrounding area are blessed with Baba's divine energy, and visitors often speak of the peace and serenity they experience here.

Baba spent 18 years in this village, and his influence on the locals was profound. Even after he left the village, his connection with the place remained strong, and it became a significant pilgrimage site. Baba later adopted the name Neem Karoli Baba, drawing from this very village of Nibkarori.

By Air: The nearest airport is Lucknow's Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, located about 198 kilometer away. From the airport, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Neeb Karori Dham.

By Train: The closest railway station is Laxman Das Puri. Apart from that Farrukhabad Railway Station, is 25 kilometers away with trainswell connected to major cities like Lucknow, Varanasi, and Delhi. From the station, you can take a taxi or local transport to the dham.

By Road: Neeb Karori Dham is well-connected by roads. You can drive from nearby cities such as Lucknow (195 km), and Delhi(300 km). State-run buses and private taxis are available from these cities to Nibkarori village.