Garjiya Devi Temple — the shrine on a rock in the Kosi
What it is
The Garjiya Devi Temple sits on a big rock in the Kosi, near Garjiya village, among the foothills north of Ramnagar. It is dedicated to the goddess Garjiya Devi, a Shakti, and Wikipedia says it is one of the best-known temples of Nainital district.
The festival
Thousands of devotees come at Kartik Purnima, the full moon of November or December, a Hindu holy day that Wikipedia says falls on the same day as the Sikh Guru Nanak Jayanti. Expect crowds that day.
Getting there
Wikipedia puts the temple about 14 km from Ramnagar; our routing gives about 14 km and 21 minutes by road.
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The park's Dhangarhi gate is on the same side of the town; the one-day plan puts them in order. Read things to do in Ramnagar and how to reach Ramnagar.
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What is the Garjiya Devi Temple?
A Hindu shrine to the goddess Garjiya Devi, a Shakti, standing on a big rock in the Kosi, near Garjiya village. Wikipedia says it is one of the best-known temples of Nainital district. It is about 14 km from Ramnagar by Wikipedia's account and about 21 minutes on our routing.
When is the best time to visit?
Thousands of devotees come at Kartik Purnima, the full moon in November or December, which also falls on Guru Nanak Jayanti. The temple is quieter on other days. The date changes each year, so check the calendar, and expect crowds and traffic on the festival day.
How long does the visit take?
About 45 minutes on our plan, which allows for the stairs from the river and the queue. We have no verified opening hours or ritual timings, so ask locally. Footwear comes off, and dress modestly; the temple is a working place of worship.