About Chandi Devi Temple Haridwar , Haridwar

Spend Time

01 Hour
Best Time To Visit

April To Oct
Timings

05:00 Am To 07:00 Pm

Haridwar

Uttarakhand

The temple carries a lot of significance, as it has the privilege of being counted among the famous Shaktipeethas in Norther India. If you want to have a wish fulfilled, you can pay a visit to the holy temple of Chandi Devi and pray to goddess Chandi Devi. Both Hindus and foreign tourists from all around the world visit the temple of Chandi Devi to see the goddess' blessings.

The temple has a wonderful legend associated with it. According to the Hindu mythology, Lord Indra's kingdom was taken over by two demon kings named Shumbh and Nishumbh. When the demon kings crossed their limits, Chandi Devi was given birth from the cells of goddess Parvati.

Since the temple of Chandi Devi is located on top of a hill, the journey up there is also quite exciting. There are two options to get to the holy temple - either you can enjoy a steep climb for a duration of 45 minutes or you can take help of the ropeway which can take you there in a couple of minutes.