About Chitai Golu Devta Temple
परिचयDarshan & aarti
दर्शन और आरती-
Morning aarti
Main mandir
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Evening aarti
Main mandir
Yatra season
कब जाएँSummer
Summer March- JuneDuring summer , the weather is generally warm during the day and cooler in the mornings and evenings. Visitors should wear light cotton clothes, carry drinking water, a hat or umbrella, and comfortable shoes. Early morning is the best time to visit to avoid strong sunlight. Check the weather forecast before travelling, as rain may occur, especially in June. Drive carefully on mountain roads and carry essential medicines and prayer items for a safe and comfortable visit.
Monsoon
Monsoon July - SeptemberDuring the monsoon season, the weather remains cool and rainy. The surroundings are green and beautiful, with clouds and mist covering the hills. Visitors should carry raincoats, warm clothes, and comfortable shoes. They should also be careful on slippery mountain roads.
Autumn
Autumn October - DecemberDuring autumn, the weather is cool and pleasant. Mornings and evenings can be cold, and light rain or fog may occur. Visitors should carry a light jacket, an umbrella, and comfortable shoes. They should also drive carefully on mountain roads and be careful on slippery paths.
Winter
Winter November - JanuaryDuring winter, the weather is very cold and often foggy. Mornings and nights are especially cold. Visitors should carry thick, warm clothes, sweaters, and jackets to stay warm. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and carry warm drinking water to stay comfortable during.
Mountain weather changes fast — carry warm layers and check road & weather status the morning you travel.
How to reach · कैसे पहुँचें
Chitai Golu Devta Temple · Almora
Get to Almora
First get to Almora. The boarding points below cover the last 7.0 km to the temple.
Kathgodam (KGM) → Almora by road
Take a train to Kathgodam (KGM), then a shared jeep to Almora Bus Stand. From there, continue by local taxi toward Chitai.
Pantnagar (PGH) → Almora by road
Fly to Pantnagar Airport (PGH), then take a taxi to Almora Bus Stand. Flights are limited and weather-dependent; check schedules before travelling. From Almora, continue by local taxi toward Chitai.
Road distances and travel times are map estimates; actual conditions may vary.
Continue to the temple
Use your current location to find the nearest boarding points, or browse the list below.
Optional — the stands below work without it.
If you use your current location, its coordinates are sent to Local Junction to calculate distances to the boarding points. Opening a route sends the chosen coordinates to Google Maps.
Local boarding points
Each card shows the services at that point and whether they reach this temple.
Dharanaula Bus Stand
Almora
धरानाउला बस स्टैंड
From your location to this stand
From this stand to the temple 7.0 km by road about 24 min
Look for: Near State Bank Of India
- Fare
- ₹50 per person One Way
- Operating hours
- Roughly 7 am - 2 pm . confirm locally.
- Ask for
- Chitai Mandir
Verified 2 Nov 2026
Taxi Stand (Near Sikhar Hotel)
From your location to this stand
From this stand to the temple 6.8 km by road about 19 min
Board here: Near Shikhar Hotel
- Fare
- Confirm with driver
- Operating hours
- Roughly 7 am–6 pm.
- Ask for
- Chitai Mandir
Verified 31 Oct 2026
Final route to the temple
Road distances to the local arrival point, then from the nearest boarding point to the temple.
Alternative route via Pantnagar (PGH)
The last leg is measured from Dharanaula Bus Stand — every boarding card above shows its own.
View route map
Parking and the final walk
- Parking
- AvailablePublic
- Fee
- Free
- Walk from parking
- 50 - 200m
- Underfoot
- Stepped path
- Vehicle access
- Parking then walk
- Step-free route
- Yes
A fare or a timing appears only once someone has checked it — anything else says so rather than guessing. Distances and drive times are measured by road from the stand itself. Mountain roads close without notice in heavy rain, so allow extra time for stops and traffic.
Places to visit near Chitai Golu Devta Temple
आस-पास के स्थलStays, sights and shrines within reach of Chitai Golu Devta Temple — nearest first.
