‘ADITYA TEMPLE,’ a beautiful temple of God Sun and Shiva is located at Ramak village of Champawat district in Uttarakhand. It is one of the famous and rare temples of God Sun, which was establishedby the kings of Chand dynasty in the 16th century. Legends also believe that during the exile, Pandavas visited this place […]
Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand, also known as Devbhumi, is a state in Northern India that is steeped in spirituality and religiosity. It is home to several ancient temples and shrines that are revered by Hindus across the country. These temples are not only significant from a religious perspective, but they also hold great historical and architectural value.
The state of Uttarakhand is dotted with numerous temples, each of which has its unique significance and history. The most famous among them are the Char Dham Yatra destinations – Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri. These temples are considered to be the holiest of all the pilgrimage sites in the Hindu religion.
Apart from the Char Dham Yatra, Uttarakhand is also home to other prominent temples like the Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar, the Nanda Devi Temple in Almora, the Kainchi Dham Ashram in Nainital, and the Jageshwar Temple in Almora, among others.
These temples attract a large number of devotees and tourists from all over the world, who come here to seek blessings, peace, and solace. The architecture of these temples is unique and reflects the rich cultural heritage of the region. The intricate carvings, the exquisite sculptures, and the stunning location of these temples make them a must-visit for anyone traveling to Uttarakhand.
In conclusion, the temples in Uttarakhand are not just places of worship but also a testimony to the rich cultural and religious heritage of the region. A visit to these holy shrines is an enriching and fulfilling experience that offers a glimpse into the spiritual and cultural fabric of India.
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Yogdhyan Badri Temple, Chamoli
The Yogdhyan Badri Temple is as old as the temple of Badrinath. Pandukeshwar is 24 kms from Joshimath, it has the Yogdhyan Badri temple one of the panch badri . The image here, in a meditative posture, is worshiped as at Badrinath. According to the myth, the Pandavas made over Hastinapur to Raja Parikshit and […]
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Kasar Devi, Almora
Kasar Devi is a village near Almora, Uttarakhand. It is known for the Kasar Devi temple, a Devi temple, dedicated to Kasar Devi, after whom the place is also named. The temple structure dates to the 2nd century CE. Swami Vivekananda visited Kasar Devi in 1890s, and numerous western seeker, Sunyata Baba Alfred Sorensen and […]
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Chitai Golu Temple, Almora
Situated somewhere about 8kms from Almora, Chitai Golu is quite a famous temple in Uttarakhand. Presided by the deity of Golu Ji, an incarnation of Lord Shiva in the form of Gaur Bhairav, Chitai Temple is easily recognised by the amount of copper bells hung in its premises. Golu Ji is reckoned to be the […]
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Jhoola Devi Temple, Almora
Blessing Ranikhet and the area around it is Jhoola Devi Temple. The holy shrine is dedicated to Goddess Durga and has been named as Jhoola Devi because the presiding deity is seen seated on a cradle. According to locals this temple is 700 years old and the original deity was stolen in 1959. Like Chitai […]
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Binsar Mahadev Temple, Almora
Amidst the thick deodar is situated the holy temple of Binsar Mahadev. Along with its divinity and spiritual ambiance, this place is famed for its impeccable nature’s beauty. Binsar Mahadev is said to have been built in 9/10th Century and thus has been an important religious place in Uttarakhand since ages. With idols of Ganesh, Har […]
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Gana Nath Temple, Almora
Gana Nath Temple, 47 kms from Almora, is famous for its caves and a Shiva temple. During the special Kartik Purnima carnival held at the temple, the entire region echoes with the sounds of rhythmic hymns and captivating folk songs. Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: By Air The nearest airport […]
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Katarmal Sun Temple, Almora
Katarmal Temple is a magnificent Surya temple also known as Bara Aditya temple. Katarmal is located about 17 kms from Almora and is positioned at an elevation of 2,116 m. One has to trek almost three kms crossing Hawalbagh and Matela near Kosi River. The Katarmal Temple has the distinction of being the only Sun […]
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Banri Devi Temple, Almora
Banri Devi Temple is situated 26 kms from Almora on the Almora-Lamgarha Road. However, out of the 26 kms, one has to trek almost ten kms and hence reaching this temple is extremely arduous. The octagonal temple has an ancient idol of Vishnu with the Sheshnag pose, i.e. the four armed Vishnu sleeping on the […]
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Nanda Devi Mandir, Almora
The Nanda Devi Mandir was built by the Chand Rajas. The idol of the goddess is located in the antechamber of a Shiva temple and is much revered by the locals. Every September, Almora comes alive as thousands flocks to this temple for the Nanda Devi Mela, a riot of pageantry that lasts for a full five […]