Naina Devi Temple, Nainital

Located in Bilaspur District, Shri Naina Devi Ji temple is one of the most notable places of worship in Himachal Pradesh. It is one of the 51 Shaktipeeths where limbs of Sati fell on Earth.

A special fair is organized during Chaitra, Shravan, and Ashwin Navrati, which attracts millions of visitors from Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and other corners of the country.

The great Shivalik range of the Himalayas surrounds the town and the temple is guarded by the highest peak Mt. Nanda Devi which is believed to be the sister of goddess Naina Devi.

This holy place witnesses a huge crowd of pilgrims and devotees round the year.

Things to Do at Naina Devi Temple

• Located on the banks of Naini Lake, the Naina Devi temple adds beauty to the temple. It even allows visitors a great opportunity to take a boat ride.
• Walk down the Nainital mall road and lookout for a variety of designs and aromatic candles.
• Nainital serves as excellent tourist spots as the temples here are surrounded by various hilltops
• Visit the Tiffin Top which is 1 km away, Naina Peak which is 3 km away, and the Snow View Point which is 3 km away from the central city.
• The Eco Cave Garden is a perfect combination of nature and human efforts. These caves are in the shape of animals depicting the natural Kumaon wildlife habitat.
• You will love the Pangot and Kilbury Bird Sanctuary.
• Ropeway facility is available as per the following timings:
  1. March to September - 8:00 AM 7:00PM
  2. October - 8:00 AM 6:30 PM
  3. November - 8.15 AM to 5.30 PM
  4. December to February- 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

How to Reach Naina Devi Temple

The temple is located at the Northern end of Naini Lake in the Mallital area. It is about 350 km from Delhi and 100 km from Chandigarh and about 85 km from Bilaspur Sadar.

• Nearest Railway Station - Kathgodam Railway station - 35 km
• Nearest Airport - Pantnagar Airport - 55 km
• Nearest Bus Stand - Nainital Bus Stand - 3 km

Best Time to Visit Naina Devi Temple 

You can visit the temple all throughout the year.

Entry Fee at Naina Devi Temple

There is no entry fee for visiting the temple. You can go on any day of the week between 6:00 am and 10:00 pm.

Visiting Timings of Naina Devi Temple

The visiting time is classified as below:

• In Normal days - 4:00AM to 10:00PM
• In Navratra's - 2:00 AM to 12:00AM

List of Attractions near Naina Devi Temple

• During the months of August and September falls Nanda Ashtami which is celebrated across the Kumaon region. The festival marks the celebration and worship of Nanda Devi, which is the highest peak of the western Himalayas.
• The sacred flower ‘Brahmakamal’ is worshipped and harvested during this time which marks the sustainable coexistence between men and nature.
• Being located near Naini Lake, the temple witnesses huge visitors at all times of the year. This makes it one of the most revered temples in northern India.

Within a radius of 1 km are located a Temple, a Gurudwara, a Church, and a Mosque in Nainital which is a rare sight.