Shakti Mandir Uttarakhand – Guide
The Shakti Mandir is located in Uttarakhand on the banks of the Bhagirathi River, just opposite the Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi. The main attraction of the Shakti temple is a Trishul or Trishul, which is placed in the temple with a height of about 6 meters and a circumference of 90 cm at the bottom. It is believed that the upper part of the trishul is made of iron, while the lower part is made of copper.
History of this Temple
The description of this Shakti Mandir Uttarakhand is found in Kedarkhand of Skanda Purana. It is said that this trident was used by Goddess Durga to kill demons. Goddess Durga is also known as Shakti. According to the legend, once there was a fierce war between the gods and the demons.
When the deities were defeated by the demons in this war, all the deities pray to Maa Durga. As a result, Goddess Durga assumed the form of ‘Shakti’ and killed the demons. Thereafter, Goddess Durga ensconced in the form of divine ‘Shakti’ near the Vishwanath Temple. For this reason this temple is called Shakti Mandir.
Shakti Mandir Uttarakhand Timings
Shakti Mandir Uttarakhand opens at 7:00 AM in the morning and close at 8:00 PM in the evening.
| Saturday | 07:00 AM to 08:00 PM, Aarti: 8:00 AM |
| Sunday | 07:00 AM to 08:00 PM, Aarti: 8:00 AM |
| Monday | 07:00 AM to 08:00 PM, Aarti: 8:00 AM |
| Tuesday | 07:00 AM to 08:00 PM, Aarti: 8:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 07:00 AM to 08:00 PM, Aarti: 8:00 AM |
| Thursday | 07:00 AM to 08:00 PM, Aarti: 8:00 AM |
| Friday | 07:00 AM to 08:00 PM, Aarti: 8:00 AM |
Places to visit near this Temple
Kapil Muni Ashram
Kapil Muni Ashram Devbhoomi is situated in Gundiyat village in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. This ashram is located in Gundiyat, a small village situated at an altitude of 4500 meters above sea level.
Har Ki Doon Uttarkashi
Har ki Doon, also known as the land of God, is located in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand state. It is situated in the Gond of Fateh mountain around the rivers Rupin and Soupin, the tributaries of Yamuna river.
Gangotri National Park
Gangotri National Park is located in the upper catchment area of Bhagirathi River in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand state. The northeastern boundary of the park shares the international boundary with Tibet. Gangotri National Park was established in 1989.
Dayara Bugyal
Dayara Bugyal, situated in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand state, is situated at an altitude of 3048 meters above sea level. The road to this beautiful meadow leads from a place called Bhatwari on the Uttarkashi Gangotri road.
Karna Devta Temple
Karna Devta Temple is an ancient and popular temple located in Sarnaul village, about one and a half miles away from Netwar village in Uttarkashi district. This temple is related to the time of Mahabharata. This temple is dedicated to Karna who is believed to be the eldest brother of the Pandavas.
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How to reach Shakti Mandir Uttarakhand
By Air- The nearest airport from Shakti Mandir Uttarakhand is Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun which is at a distance of few kms from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Train- The nearest railway station from Shakti Mandir Uttarakhand is Uttarkashi railway station which is at a distance of few kms from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Road- Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach this temple by using your own vehicle or by any public buses or taxi from any part of the country.
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