Sureshwari Devi Temple in Haridwar, Uttarakhand

Sureshwari Devi Temple is an ancient temple situated in Haridwar of Uttarakhand state. This holy temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga. This temple is also considered as Siddhpeeth. This temple is located on "Surkut Parvat" in the dense forests of Ranipur. This ancient temple is also mentioned in Kedarkhand of Skanda Purana. According to legend, the son of Chandra Vanshi King Razi defeated and expelled from heaven, fearful Indra had done penance of Ma Bhagwati at this place with the consultation of Devguru. Being pleased with the penance of Devraj Indra, Ma Bhagwati manifest at this place and had darshan to Indra. It is believed that the devotees who come here with a true heart, Ma Sureshwari Devi destroys her sorrows. From the darshan of Ma Sureshwari, which the devotees the desire of son, they get the son receives. This temple has a great religious significance. Sureshwari Devi Temple is one of the major religious destinations of Haridwar.

How To Reach Sureshwari Devi Temple

By Air

The nearest airport to Haridwar is Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun, which is about 38 km from Haridwar.

By Rail

The nearest railway station of Haridwar is Haridwar, which comes under to the Northern Railway Zone of Indian Railways.

By Road

Sureshwari Devi Temple is located on the Surkut mountain in the dense forest of Ranipur, which is about 8 km away from Haridwar.

Best Time To Visit

The journey of Sureshwari Devi Temple can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of October to March. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable. During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to cold 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 rains.