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 […]
Almora
Almora, a picturesque hill station located in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, is known for its stunning natural beauty and ancient temples. The temples in Almora are a testament to the region’s rich cultural and religious heritage and are popular tourist destinations.
One of the most famous temples in Almora is the Nanda Devi Temple, dedicated to the goddess of the same name. The temple’s architecture is unique, with intricate carvings on the wooden doors and walls. The temple’s location, at the heart of the town, also adds to its charm.
Another significant temple in Almora is the Kasar Devi Temple, located on a hilltop. The temple is known for its stunning views of the surrounding hills and is believed to be one of the oldest temples in the region. The temple’s architecture is simple yet elegant, and it is a popular spot for meditation and yoga enthusiasts.
The Chitai Golu Devta Temple, dedicated to the god of justice, is another popular temple in Almora. The temple is known for its unique tradition of tying bells on its premises, which are believed to grant the wishes of devotees. The temple’s architecture is also worth admiring, with intricate carvings and sculptures.
Other notable temples in Almora include the Katarmal Sun Temple, Jageshwar Dham Temple, and Binsar Mahadev Temple, each with its own unique history and significance.
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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 […]
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Gairad Golu Dev Temple, Almora
Golu Devata or Lord Golu is the legendary mythological and historical God of the Kumaun region and is their deity. The Dana Golu devata Gairar, temple is about 2 km from the main gate of Binsar wildlife sanctuary & about 15 km. from Almora. Origin Golu Devata is thought to be as an incarnation of […]
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Vasudev Mandir, Amroha
Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Address Vasudav Mandir, Fazalpur, Amroha, Uttar Pradesh 244221 Contact Details