Surkanda Devi Temple
सुरकंडा देवी
A Shakti shrine on a summit at about 2,750 m. Visitors can hike or take a cable car up and enjoy 360-degree views of the Himalayan peaks.
Surkanda Devi Temple is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas of Hinduism. According to legend, the head of the goddess Sati fell here. It stands above Kaddukhal village, about 8 km east of Dhanaulti. A steep walk of about 2 km from the roadside leads to the top, and a cable car is now also available. From the summit you can see a 360-degree panorama of snow peaks including Srikanta, Bandarpunch and Chaukhamba, which are often covered in snow in winter. Crowds of pilgrims arrive for the Ganga Dussehra festival in May and June.
Opening hours
Approx. 06:00–19:00