Chandika Devi Temple

Chandika Devi temple also known as Mahisasur Mardni is located in Gopeshwar in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. This sacred shrine is also known as Ma Mahishasur Mardini as this is the spot where Chandika Devi killed Mahishasur. 

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Gopeshwarnear Gopinath temple
2 kms
From Petrol Pump, Kund Colony, Gopeshwar
30 mins

This temple is also considered as one the eight siddhapeeth dedicated to goddesses in Uttarakhand. Chandika Devi Temple was severely damaged by the earthquake of 1999, now it has been moderately rebuilt.

Location & How to Reach Chandika Devi Temple

Chandika Devi temple is situated at Gopeshwar in Chamoli district. There are daily bus services from Gopeshwar to Rishikesh, Haridwar and Dehradun. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, which is well connected to Dehradun and Delhi. Jolly Grant at Dehradun, 226 km away, is the nearest airport.

Read How to Reach guide for Gopeshwar.

What is Chandika Devi Temple famous for?

Chandika Devi Temple is popular place for following activities/ interests - Devi Temples, Religious, Temples.