Surkanda Devi Temple
Surkanda Devi Temple Overview Timings Location Uttarakhand, known as the land of Hindu deities, is home to several ancient temples. From Haridwar to Kedarnath, there are many ancient temples in this region. You can also explore the famous Siddhpeeths dedicated to goddesses on this sacred land. Among the 101 Siddhpeeths, one of them is the "Surkanda Devi Temple." This temple is located on a high mountain near the village of Kaddukhal in the development block of Jaunpur in the Tehri district of Uttarakhand. The temple is situated at an altitude of approximately 3030 meters above sea level. The deity worshipped in this magnificent temple is Goddess Kali. This Siddhpeeth of the goddess is one of the highest in Uttarakhand. According to legends, it is believed that Mata Sati's head fell at Surkunda due to the disintegration of her body, and hence this place is known as the "Shri Surkanda Devi Temple." Here, the goddess is worshipped as Sureshwari. There is a story about fulfilling wishes as
goddesses on this sacred land Temple. located in Sidhpeeth, Uttarakhand. Surkanda Devi Temple Overview Timings Location Uttarakhand, known as the land of Hindu deities, is home to several ancient temples. From Haridwar to Kedarnath, there are many ancient temples in this region. You can al....
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It is said that the construction of this temple is nearly 1000 years old and was built during the rule of King Kanakpal. The temple has a mythological story associated with its ancient history: According to beliefs, wherever parts of Mata Sati's body fell, those places were later worshipped as Shakti Peeths. It is said that when Mata Sati chose Lord Shiva as her husband, her father King Daksha was not pleased. Once, King Daksha organized a Vedic Yagna to which he invited everyone except Lord Shiva. Despite Lord Shiva's persuasions, Mata Sati went to participate in her father's yagna. There, she was insulted by King Daksha's derogatory comments about Lord Shiva. As a result, she immolated herself in the sacrificial fire. When Lord Shiva heard of Mata Sati's death, he became extremely sorrowful and angry. He carried her lifeless body on his shoulders and roamed the universe in deep grief. To quell his anger and end his sorrow, Lord Vishnu used his Sudarshana Chakra to disintegrate Mata Sati's body into 51 parts. Wherever her body parts fell became sacred Shakti Peeths. The place where her head fell is known as Sirkanda, which is now popularly known as Surkanda.
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Due to Mata Sati's head falling at this place, this Shakti Peeth holds special significance. It is considered a famous pilgrimage site, and people have deep faith in Goddess Surkanda Devi. Every devotee who comes here with a sincere heart has their wishes fulfilled by the goddess. Devotees tie red scarves as
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If you wish to reach the Temple by air, you will need to arrive at the Jolly Grant Airport, which is approximately 94 kilometres from the temple. From the airport, you can hire a taxi or other vehicles to reach Rishikesh, Chamba, or Dehradun Mussoorie.