{"id":736482,"date":"2024-06-28T15:12:57","date_gmt":"2024-06-28T09:42:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/traveltriangle.com\/blog\/?p=736482"},"modified":"2024-06-28T15:39:46","modified_gmt":"2024-06-28T10:09:46","slug":"explore-the-hidden-gem-of-kumaon-hills-at-dwarahat-in-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/traveltriangle.com\/blog\/dwarahat\/","title":{"rendered":"Explore The Hidden Gem Of Kumaon Hills At Dwarahat In 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dwarahat<\/strong> is one of the most serene hill stations of India, which is home to around 55 ancient hindu temples and classic Himalayan landscape. The name in local language translates the meaning \u201cWay to Heaven\u201d which truly describes Dwarahat as a hill station in Uttarakhand. With around 55 temples, this village is also known as the \u201cTown of Temples\u201d which makes it significant among all the Hindus in India.The town is located around 1,510 metres above sea level, which allows it to provide tranquil beauty of the mountains and forests of Uttarakhand.<\/em><\/p>\n

What Makes Dwarahat Special?<\/h2>\n
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Well, what makes Dwarahat special is its collection of temples, insane natural beauty, and the calmness of this town. This hill station is not known to many travellers worldwide, making it less crowded and cleaner. If one wants to see how the staircase to heaven looks like, then Dwarahat is the answer, the simplicity this town holds is on another level. This town is located between Ranikhet and Garsin, making it a perfect spot to relax and spend your holidays in peace and fresh air. The cultural value of this town is so pure and vibrant that it attracts positive energy among the residents and tourists.<\/p>\n

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Mythology Behind Dwarahat<\/h2>\n
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As the regional language translates, Dwarahat is known as \u201cWay to Heaven\u201d, but there is a mythology behind this town. This hill station was said to be the meeting point of the two beautiful rivers, Ramganga and Saryu. But the Kosi river became jealous of this fact and played a trick, where she told both the rivers that their counterparts would not come for any rendezvous. But as the truth unfolds in the end, both the Ramganga and Saryu rivers curse the Kosi River to be alone forever. Thus, we can see that the Kosi River flows in the middle of nowhere, and no other stream joins it.<\/p>\n

History Of Dwarahat<\/h2>\n
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The history of Dwarahat is as interesting as its name. It is believed that the village was once ruled by the Chand and Katyuri Kings, but was later taken over by the Chand Kings of Kumaon in the 16th century. But it is also believed that the town was first ruled by the Kunindas, a tribal community of Uttarakhand. Historians have found coins which belong to this community and it is hence believed that the first dominance over the land of Dwarahat was by Kunindas between 500 BC to 600 AD. Their power declined with the rise of Guptas, which brought development to the town in the fields of architecture, art, literature, sculptures and paintings.<\/p>\n

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Temples Of Dwarahat<\/h2>\n

There are 55 ancient Hindu temples in Dwarahat, built with unique architectural excellence. The intricate architecture of these temples will make you speechless as they showcase perfect examples of Indo-Aryan, Maru-Pratihara, and Nagara styles of architecture. Divided into 8 groups, these ancient temples hold huge archaeological value all over the world and are as follows:<\/p>\n

1. Badrinath Temple Dwarahat<\/h3>\n
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There are three groups of Badrinath temples devoted to Lord Vishnu, who took the form of Badrinath to save the world from evil. It is also known as one of the dhams from the chardham yatra of Hindus. The temple is made in Shikhara style, and an idol of the deity is found in the sanctum.<\/p>\n

Entry Fees:<\/strong> Free Entry<\/span><\/p>\n

Timings:<\/strong> 5 AM to 9 PM <\/span><\/p>\n

2. Bandeo Temple<\/h3>\n
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Bandeo temple is known as the first developed temple in the central region of the Himalayas. It is shaped like a pyramid, which makes it unique and significant for understanding the minds of our ancestors.<\/p>\n

Entry Fees:<\/strong> Free Entry<\/span><\/p>\n

Timings:<\/strong> 5 AM to 9 PM <\/span><\/p>\n

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3. Gujar Deo Temple<\/h3>\n
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Gujar Deo temple is known as one of the best architectural examples of intricate carvings in India. The temple is built in orthogonal shape and showcases Nagara and Sekhari Shikhara style of architecture. At present the temple is in a dilapidated condition, but after studying its architecture, it is said that this temple was built during the 13th century.<\/p>\n

Entry Fees:<\/strong> Free Entry<\/span><\/p>\n

Timings:<\/strong> 5 AM to 9 PM <\/span><\/p>\n

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4. Kacheri Group of Temples<\/h3>\n
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The Kacheri group of temples has 12 shrines, 10 of which are aligned in two rows and two on slightly higher platforms, dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. This temple’s architecture uses single-standing pillars and a stone block well.<\/p>\n

Entry Fees:<\/strong> Free Entry<\/span><\/p>\n

Timings:<\/strong> 5 AM to 9 PM <\/span><\/p>\n

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5. Maniyan Group of Temples<\/h3>\n
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\nThe Maniyan Group of Temples has nine shrines, some dedicated to Jain Tirthankers and some to Brahminical deities. Four of the shrines are built in a square, making it one big complex, with each having the exact same front courtyard. Archeologists believe the Maniyan Group of Temples were built between the 11th and 13th centuries.<\/p>\n

Entry Fees:<\/strong> Free Entry<\/span><\/p>\n

Timings:<\/strong> 5 AM to 9 PM <\/span><\/p>\n

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6. Mrityunjay Temple Dwarahat<\/h3>\n
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The beautiful Mrityunjay Temple Dwarahat is devoted to Lord Shiva, also known as Mrityunjaya. You can see Nagara style of architecture, which is believed to be built during 11th-12th centuries. Other than the main shrine of Lord Shiva, there is a small complex inside the temple that is specially dedicated to Bhairav Baba. All the other shrines of the temple are now in ruins, without any deities placed inside them.<\/p>\n

Entry Fees:<\/strong> Free Entry<\/span><\/p>\n

Timings:<\/strong> 5 AM to 9 PM <\/span><\/p>\n

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See Dwarahat Beyond Temples<\/h2>\n
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Image Credit: Ms Sarah Welch for Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/p>\n