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Tourist Destination |
Sun Temple |
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City |
Almora |
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State |
Uttarakhand |
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Location |
North India |
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About:
Katarmal Sun Temple which is located Around 17km away from Almora was built by the Katyuri king Katarmalla in between 9th to 13th century and is the second most popular Sun temple after the Konark Sun Temple in Odisa and is the only sun temple on the hills. A 2 km steep climb is required to reach the temple, which is placed at the top of the hill. Sun God known as Burhadita or Vraddhaditya is the main deity of this temple. The primary shrine is surrounded by 45 smaller shrines. Besides the statue of Vraddhaditya, the main temple structure also includes statues of other deities.
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How to reach
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Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant,Dehradun Nearest Railway Station: Kathgodam Nearest Bus Station: Almora
Nearest Bus Station: Ajanta Foot Cave
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Opening Hours |
Opening Time: Sunrise Closing Time : Sunset |
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Temperature |
During winter 02°C to 15°C and During summer 11°C to 25°C |
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Best Time to Visit |
September to May |
Monument: Sub Temple
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