Kanvashram is located 14 km from
Kotdwar in
Pauri Garhwal District of
Uttaranchal. The ashram, surrounded by dense forests and hillocks, is the gateway to
Pauri. Malini River which flows nearby is another point of attraction.
Kanvashram is believed to the place where sage Viswamitra meditated. It is here the legendary Shakuntala have given birth to Bharat, after whom India (called ‘Bharat’ in Hindi) has been named.
Accommodation is available at Tourist Complex, Kanvashram.
Kotdwara Railway Station is the nearest railhead.
