Uma Devi Temple Karnaprayag Uttarakhand

Uma Devi Temple is a famous temple located in Karnaprayag of Chamoli district. In this temple is worshipped in 'Katyayani' form of Mata Parvati. In the early years of the 20th century, this temple came into existence.

It is said about this temple, that this holy temple is the only place, where Mata Parvati to receive Lord Shiva as the husband, By keeping the Nirjala fast, Lord Shiva was worshiped.

Establishment of this temple was done by Adi Guru Shankaracharya in the 8th century. About this temple it is believed that the idol of Mother Uma Devi, established in this temple, is already present before. By giving a dream darshan of a Dimri Brahman, At the confluence of the Alaknanda and Pindar rivers, they ordered their statue to be installed.

The home of Dimri Brahmins living in this area is also considered "Maa Uma Devi's mother's house", while the Shiv temple of Kaapari Patti is considered as his in-laws. A huge crowd of devotees gathers to visit the temple of Maa Uma Devi every day. This Temple is one of the main religious sites of Karnaprayag.

How To Reach:-

By Air

The nearest airport of Karnaprayag is Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun, which is about 188 km from Karnaprayag.

By Train

The nearest railway station of Karnaprayag is Rishikesh, which is about 170 km from Karnaprayag.

By Road

This Temple is located on NH-58 highway near Karnaprayag Bridge.

Best Time To Visit:-

The journey of this Temple can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of October to April. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable.

During winter, the weather of here is cold. Due to snowfall on the surrounding hills in winter, the temperature of here goes down very much.

Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of heavy rains threatening landslides.