Kasar Devi Temple in Almora, Uttarakhand
Kasar Devi Temple is a 2nd-century shrine situated atop Kasar Devi hill near Almora in the Kumaon Himalayas, famous worldwide for its unique geomagnetic field and tranquil spiritual vibrations.
Unique Geomagnetic Field & NASA Connection
Kasar Devi is one of only three places on Earth—alongside Machu Picchu in Peru and Stonehenge in England—located within a huge Van Allen Radiation Belt. This unique magnetic field creates an exceptionally calm environment ideal for deep meditation, attracting spiritual seekers like Swami Vivekananda, Rabindranath Tagore, and DH Lawrence.
Visitor Guide & Timings
- Temple Timings: Open daily from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Entry is completely free.
- Crank's Ridge & Hippie Hill: The pine-forested ridge leading to the temple offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the Nanda Devi and Trishul snow peaks.
- How to Reach: Located 8 km from Almora town on the Binsar Road. Taxis and local buses run frequently from Almora bus stand.
How To Reach Kasar Devi Temple
By Air
The nearest airport of Almora is Pantnagar, which is about 116 km from Almora.
By Rail
The nearest railway station of Almora is Kathgodam, which is about 83 km from Almora.
By Road
Kasar Devi Temple is located at a distance of about 8 km from Almora.
Best Time To Visit
The journey of Kasar Devi Temple can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of October to May. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable. During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to snowfall on the surrounding hills in the winter season, the temperature of here goes down very much. Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of heavy rains threatening landslides.
