The Katarmal Surya Temple is a 9th-century temple built by Katarmalla, a Katyuri King, exhibiting the architectural style of the ancient artisans. This Hindu temple is perched at an elevation of 2,116 meters above sea level and is situated at a distance of 19 kms from Almora.
This Surya Mandir (Sun Temple) is also known as Badaditya (Baraditya) Temple.
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Send Enquiry for Tour PackagesThis temple once boasted the intricate designs carved on the wooden doors and panels of the temple, making it the second most beautiful shrine in India, after the Konark Sun Temple.
However, after the theft of a 10th-century idol, the carved wooden doors and panels were transported to the National Museum, Delhi. When the first sun rays fall on Katarmal Surya Temple it enlightens an ancient idol of a sun god called Vraddhaditya.
Katarmal Sun Temple is located in Almora ( about 2 kms from Kosi village ).
Katarmal Sun Temple is popular place for following activities/ interests - Historical, Monuments of National Importance, Sun Temple, Temples.
