A Revered Hilltop Temple of Goddess Ulka with Panoramic Mountain Views
Ulka Devi Temple is a revered hilltop shrine dedicated to Goddess Ulka (a form of Durga), situated on a hilltop near Pithoragarh. The temple is reached by a trek through forest and offers magnificent panoramic views of the Pithoragarh valley and the surrounding Himalayan peaks from its elevated position.
The temple is an important religious site for the local Kumaoni community. Ulka Devi is considered the presiding deity of the region and is worshipped with great devotion during the Navratri festivals (both Chaitra and Sharadiya Navratri) when the temple sees large gatherings of devotees. The hilltop setting and the religious significance combine to make Ulka Devi Temple one of the must-visit sites in Pithoragarh.
March–April for Chaitra Navratri. September–October for Sharadiya Navratri. Year-round for pilgrimage visits.
Nearest railway: Kathgodam (196 km). Taxi to Pithoragarh.
Bus to Pithoragarh; temple accessible by short trek.
Near Pithoragarh town. Short uphill trek from town centre.