The Kasar Devi Temple | Ancient 2nd-century Hindu temple | Goddess Durga, Almora Uttarakhand.

Описание: The Kasar Devi Temple is an ancient 2nd-century Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Durga, located near Almora in Uttarakhand, India. Situated in the Kumaon Himalayas, it is renowned for high cosmic energy due to its location on the Van Allen Belt, similar to Stonehenge and Machu Picchu. It attracted luminaries like Swami Vivekananda, Bob Dylan, and D.H. Lawrence, making it a hub for meditation and spiritual seekers.

Key Details About Kasar Devi Temple:

Location: Situated on a ridge in Kasar Devi village, about 8-10 km from Almora.

Deity & History: Dedicated to Kasar Devi; believed to date back to the 2nd century CE.
Geomagnetic Significance: The area is noted for having a high geomagnetic field, with studies indicating significant magnetic variations.
Significance: It was a hotspot for the 1960s/70s Hippie movement, also known as "Crank's Ridge" or "Hippie Hill".

Surrounded by pine and deodar trees.
Nearby Attractions: Known for panoramic views of the Himalayas and the Hawabagh Valley.
How to Reach:
By Air: The nearest airport is Pantnagar, roughly 125 km away.
By Rail: Kathgodam Railway Station is the nearest railhead, about 88 km away.
By Road: Accessible by road from Almora; the final access involves a short walk up to the temple.

The temple complex includes a Shiva temple, and it holds an annual fair on Kartik Poornima