Daksheshwar Mahadev Temple stands in Kankhal, a small town folded into southern Haridwar, about 4 kilometres from Har Ki Pauri. The temple complex is dedicated to Lord Shiva and sits on the banks of a small waterway. It is a serene, deeply atmospheric site compared to the bustle of central Haridwar, and sees fewer foreign visitors.
The current temple structure dates largely from the 19th century but occupies a site of great antiquity. The main shrine contains a shivalinga, and there are smaller shrines to other deities within the courtyard. The ghats beside the temple are quiet and make a good spot to sit and watch the river life early in the morning.