Situated on a hill with a view of the small town of Almora. The temple belonging to Kasar Devi is from the second century. Towering pine and deodar trees surround the Temple 5 miles downhill from Tarai Nagri.

Kasar Devi Hamlet is one of the best places to visit in Almora, as it is an undiscovered gem. The town gets its name from the local goddess of the same name, Kasar Devi. In the neighborhood of Almora, a popular pilgrimage site is a Devi temple built in her honor. The sweeping, breathtaking vista of the valleys, rivers, and hamlets is the only thing that can stop the tranquility that abounds at Kasar Devi.

Kasar Devi history 

Kasar Devi first gained widespread recognition in the 1890s. During Swami Vivekananda's visit, he meditated and wrote about his experiences in his diaries. Walter Evans-Wentz, a pioneer in studying Tibetan Buddhism who subsequently translated The Tibetan Book of the Dead, lived here for a while.

In the 1930s, Tibetan Buddhist Lamas, writers, and artists like Anagarika Govinda, Li Goutami, and Sunyata Baba stayed in the area. Post-hippie, it became famous for its peaceful atmosphere and meditation.

What is the number of steps at the Temple?

The Temple is a cave that Vivekanand had previously visited. There are roughly 100 steps to reach Kasar Devi. In addition, it has 50 steps to reach the Shiva Temple above it. The vista is breathtaking and unique.

Which goddess is Kasar Devi?

The Kasar Devi Temple is near Almora in the Uttarakhand village of Kasar Devi. The most notable landmark in the village is the Kasar Devi temple. It honors the Kasar Devi goddess, a manifestation of Goddess Durga.

What is the altitude of Kasar Devi?

The well-known Hindu shrine Kasar Devi Temple is 2,116 meters above sea level. Indeed, tourists should include visiting the Temple in your ALMORA TOUR PACKAGE. 

The remote village of Kasar Devi is well-known for the Temple bearing the same name, which honors the local goddess Kasar Devi. This Kasar Devi shrine receives thousands of pilgrims each year. Moreover, the location is also well-known among Westerners looking for spirituality because of its renown as Hippie Hill during the 1970s counterculture movement.