Jwala Devi Temple, Benog Hill
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A hilltop shrine at about 2,100 m on Benog Hill, reached by a hike through a wildlife sanctuary, with views of the snow peaks.
Jwala Devi Temple sits atop Benog Hill and is dedicated to an incarnation of the goddess Durga. It is said to be very old. The walk up takes about 2 km from the road near the clouds, passing through the oak and deodar forests of the Benog Wildlife Sanctuary (Mussoorie Wildlife Sanctuary), where you may spot Himalayan magpies and barking deer. The summit has wide views of the Himalayan snow peaks and the Aglar River valley. The path is steep, so wear grippy shoes. You need to buy a ticket at the sanctuary entrance.
Opening hours
About 07:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Cloud's End
- George Everest's House
- Kempty Falls
- Shedup Choepelling Temple
- Company Garden
- Christ Church, Mussoorie
- Bhatta Falls
- Gun Hill Ropeway