Dunagiri temple is located 14 kms far from Dwarahat. The temple is dedicated to goddess Durga. It is believed that when Hanuman Ji was carrying the mountain with 'Sanjiwani buti' for Laxman, a piece of it fell here and since that day this place is known as 'Doonagiri' ('giri' meaning fell).
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Send Enquiry for Tour PackagesAs per the legend, Pandavas took shelter in Dunagiri during their exile. The temple is popularly known as Mangalikhan among locals. The interior of the temple is very old. The temple attracts a large number of pilgrims during Chaitra and Ashwin months of Navratras.
This place is of cultural importance as it is popular that a piece of Doonagiri hill fell here while Hanuman with the Sanjivini Booti was taking it.
Dunagiri Temple is located in Malla Surana, Dwarahat ( Temple is located in the heart of lush green forest in Dwarahat. One needs to climb 365 steps to reach in temple premises. ).
Dunagiri Temple is located at a distance of 400 Km from Delhi and 100 Km from Nainital. Nearest railhead is at Kathgodam which 140 kms from here. The nearest airport is Pantnagar Aiport. There is a direct flight from Delhi to Pantnagar to reached Dunagiri with a flying time of just one hour.
Dunagiri Temple is popular place for following activities/ interests - Devi Temples, Religious, Temples.
