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Chitai
Temple :
Eight kms from Almora is the Chitai Temple,
dedicated to Golu Devta. An incarnation of Gaur Bhairav,
he is reputed to make every wish come true, provided the
worshipper ask for it with a clear conscience. All he
asks for in propitiation is a bell, as was evident from
the thousands of bells strung across the temple
premises. Anyone can even seek Gol Devta's divine
intervention by writing to him. A stack of letter ws
pinned up next to his image, astride a horse.
Kosi Temple (10 kms):
The temple was built in the 12th century by the
Katyuri dynasty. One of the earliest Sun temples in
India.
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Gananath
(47 kms):
Gananath is famous for an old Shiva Temple and many
interesting natural caves in a charming landscape. It is
located 47 kms north of Almora.
Someshwar :
about 35 kms north from Almora, Someshwar has an
ancient Shiva temple considered to be constructed by the
founder of the Chand Dynasty, Raja Som Chand.
Kausani :
This charming hill resort set amidst several snow-
capped peaks is endowed with exceptional natural beauty.
Mahatma Gandhi came here in 1929, and was fascinated by
the scenic grandeur of Kausani. His commentary on the
Gita-AnaShakti Yoga was written here at the Anashakti
Ashram. Sumitra Nandan Pant, a noted Hindi poet was born
here.
Jageshwar :
The pilgrim site located in a verdant valley is 38
kms from Almora and is believed to be one of the twelve
Jyotirlinga's in the country. The Swayambhu Linga named
Nagesh is enshrined here. The temple complex has 124
shrines and hundreds of statues noted for exquisite
craftsmanship. In Jageshwar, fairs are held during
Shivaratri and in the month of 'Shravan' (July -
August). The place is frequented by both religious as
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