Surkanda Temple
Surkanda Devi is considered one of the 51 Shakti Peethas, making it an important center for Shakta worship.
Architecture of the Temple
The architecture is traditional Himalayan stone and wood, with a steep-pitched roof to withstand snow.
The main sanctum houses a stone idol or rock pindi of Goddess Surkanda.
The temple is surrounded by dense pine and deodar forests and snow-covered peaks during winter.
The approach to the temple involves a steep 1.5 km trek from the base village Kaddukhal, lined with flags, prayer bells, and scenic viewpoints
How to Reach to Temple
Location: Kaddukhal village, near Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand
🚗 By Road:
- Nearest towns: Dhanaulti (8 km), Chamba (22 km), Mussoorie (33 km), Dehradun (75 km)
- From Kaddukhal, the temple is accessible via a 1.5 km uphill trek
🚆 By Train:
- Nearest Station: Dehradun Railway Station (~75 km)
- Taxis available from Dehradun to Kaddukhal
✈️ By Air:
From the airport, hire a taxi to reach Kaddukhal
Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (~95 km)
Temple Timings
