How do I get to Naina?
How do I get to Naina?
Kathgodam Railway Station is the closest railhead to reach Naina Devi Temple (35 km). Trains from Delhi and other metro cities are easily available to reach the railhead. Tourists can get taxis and buses from the railway station to reach the temple. The temple is located 3 km from Nainital Bus Stand.
How many steps are there in Naina Devi?
From the parking, go straight to the cable car counter from where you will reach uphill. Once there, you will still be required to climb a few (100 or 150) steps to reach the main shrine. Its on the hilltop.
Which state is Naina Devi in?
Himachal Pradesh
Naina Devi/State
Temple of Shri Naina Devi Ji is situated on hill top in Bilaspur District of Himachal Pradesh bordering Rupnagar district of Punjab.
What is the height of Naina Devi?
1219 m
The Temple of Shri Naina Devi Ji is situated on a hilltop in Bilaspur Distt. Of Himachal Pradesh. Situated at a height of 1219 m above sea level, it was built by Raja Bir Chand in the 8th century.
What is the total height of the highest peak in Naina Devi range which is located in the Rupnagar district of Punjab?
The height of the range is 1100 m.
How old is Naina Devi Temple?
Naina Devi Temple History Built in 15th AD, Naina Devi temple idol was installed by a devotee Moti Ram Shah in 1842. After a drastic landslides in 1880, Naina Devi temple was completely destroyed. Soon in 1883 locals build again the Naina Devi Temple since they have deep faith on Maa Naina Devi.
Who built the temple of Naina Devi?
Raja Bir Chand
Highlights This temple was built by Raja Bir Chand in the eight century, when he found the beautiful image of Goddess Durga on top of the hill.
What is story of Naina Devi?
The lake was created by the Bhakra-Nangal Dam. Several stories are associated with the establishment of the temple. According to legends and also written in Veds and Purans , Goddess Sati burnt herself alive in Yagna, which distressed Lord Shiva. Shri Naina Devi Temple is the place where eyes of Goddess Sati fell down.
Why Naina Devi is famous?
Shri Naina Devi Temple is also known as Mahishapeeth because of defeat of demon Mahishasur by the Goddess. According to the legends, Mahishasur was a powerful demon who was blessed by the boon of immortality by Lord Brahma, but the condition was that he could be defeated only by an unmarried woman.
What fell in Tarapith?
It is believed that the eyeball of Sati fell down at Tarapith. In Bengali, the eye ball is called ‘Tara’ and that is why the name of the village was changed from the earlier Chandipur to Tarapith.
How to visit Naina Devi Temple?
The Naina Devi Temple is perched over a small yet scenic hill. From the suburbs of the temple, one can spot the picturesque Govind Sagar Lake. Close to the main shrine, there is a small cave, which is known as Shri Naina Devi Cave. In the earlier days, people used to trek the steep path of 1.25 kms to reach the temple at the hill-top.
How do I reach Naina Devi from Anandpur Sahib?
From Anandpur Sahib the distance is 20 Kms of which 8 Kms is drive in the hills. Once you reach the bus stand of Naina Devi you will take Palkis to reach the destination. Most of the people will prefer pedestrians. In the past people used to trek from Kaulan Wala Toba near Anandpur Sahib to the shrine.
What is Shri Naina Devi cave?
Close to the main shrine, there is a small cave, which is known as Shri Naina Devi Cave. In the earlier days, people used to trek the steep path of 1.25 kms to reach the temple at the hill-top. Now, the facility of cable car has been launched to make to journey easy and enjoyable. It is about 1219 Mt. height from sea level.
Why is Shri Naina Devi temple also known as mahishapeeth?
Shri Naina Devi Temple is also known as Mahishapeeth because of defeat of demon Mahishasur by the Goddess. According to the legends, Mahishasur was a powerful demon who was blessed by the boon of immortality by Lord Brahma, but the condition was that he could be defeated only by an unmarried woman.
