Dunagiri in almora

Dunagiri in Almora, Uttarakhand

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About Dunagiri in Almora

Dunagiri is a charming place settled in the Himalayan Ranges.

The place is famous for historical and religious importance. Many pilgrimages come to the place for spiritual enlightenment and to spend some time in a serene and tranquil atmosphere. The place is also famous for the Dunagiri temple which is devoted to the Goddess Durga. As per mythological belief, a piece of Sanjiwani Buti fell from the hands of Hanuman Ji and the place came to be known as Dunagiri.

History of Dunagiri

The place is surrounded by the rich history, myths, and legends. It is believed that the son of King Dushyanta, Bharatvarsh was born in Dunagiri. One can spot Pandavkholi, it is a place where the five Pandav brothers spent a small portion of their exile. The place has seen many sages, yogis, and rishis who have come here to meditate. The place is also the birthplace of Mahavatar Babaji. Dunagiri is also a place where Kriya Yoga was disclosed by Mahavatar Babaji to Shyamacharan Lahiri.

Activities and Attraction in Dunagiri

One can go for a 3 kilometers trek to Mahavatar Babaji’s cave. The entire route has splendid landscapes comprising of stunning mountains and lush green forests. There is a famous temple of Vaishnavi Mata, located on the Dunagiri mountain. This ancient temple is a place where Bhairavi, the wife of Lord Shiva, turns into Vaishnavi Mata. Visit Pandhavkholi a gorgeous spot for some mesmerizing views comprising of Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Panchachuli peaks. One can even trek to Pandhavkholi and see the lush green forests. In Dunagiri one can visit Sukhdevi Temple and Ashram. The temple offers panoramic views of the Himalayas ranging to 100 kilometers. Explore Gandhi Ashram in a small serene town of Kausani. From the Ashram see the snow-capped Himalayan peaks. Ranikhet and Nainital are also in the near proximity of Dunagiri.

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Dunagiri is around 144 kilometers away from Almora and the distance can be covered in around 4 hours and 48 minutes.

The famous attractions in Dunagiri are Dunagiri Temple, Lakhanpur Temple, Pandukholi, Badrinath Temple, and Yogoda Satsanga Sakha Ashram

Trekking and camping are the most popular activities to try in Dunagiri.

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