Temples & Spiritual
Surkanda Devi
Hindu temple to Durga
Plan your visit
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About
Surkanda Devi Temple is a Hindu shrine located near Dhanaulti in the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India. Situated at an altitude of approximately 2,756 metres, the temple offers panoramic views of the Himalayan ranges. It is one of the Shakta pithas, associated with the mythological event where the head of the Hindu goddess Sati is believed to have fallen and marked the place as a sacred center of divine consciousness.
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Things to do here
- Dress modestly and leave footwear at the entrance
- Ask before photographing inside
- Find out the puja and festival timings
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Location
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