Jwalpa Devi Temple is a famous holy temple located in Pauri district. This temple is about 34 km away from Pauri. This holy temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga. This temple is situated on the left bank of the Navalika river.
According to the available articles within the temple, the statue of "Jwalpa Devi" Siddhiipeeth was established by Adi Guru Shankaracharya. According to Skanda Purana, "Shachi", the daughter of "Demons Pulom" in Satyuga, Devraj Indra the penance of "Goddess Durga" in "Jwalpa Dham" for receiving in her husbandly form. Goddess Durga, pleased with the penance of Shachi, appeared in the form of "Deep Jwaleswari" and fulfilled the wish of Shachi.
As the result of the to appear of "Deep Jwaleshwari" of Goddess Durga, the lamp keeps burning in the temple continuously. The tradition of burning the 'Akhand Jyoti' is still going on. According to the belief about the temple, Goddess Durga fulfils all the wishes of her devotees.
In this temple, the celebration is celebrated with great enthusiasm on the occasion of Navaratri. This temple is the main centre of faith.
By Air
The nearest airport of Pauri is Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun, which is about 130 km from Pauri.
By Train
The nearest railway station of Pauri is Kotdwar, which is about 106 km from Pauri.
By Road
Jwalpa Devi Temple is located at a distance of about 34 km from Pauri.
The journey of Jwalpa Devi Temple can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of October to May. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable.
During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to snowfall on the surrounding hills in the winter season, 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.
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