Popular Temple
Chamunda Devi Temple, Himachal Pradesh
Near Baijnath, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh
Set on the banks of the Baner Ganga, cradled by the Dhauladhar mountain range
At a glance
- Location
- Near Baijnath, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh
- Presiding deity
- Goddess Chamunda (a form of Kali)
- Temple type
- Popular Temple
- Tradition
- Shakta
- Nearest railway station
- Chamunda Marg railway station (~3-4 km, narrow-gauge)
- Nearest airport
- Gaggal Airport, Kangra (~20 km)
- Best time to visit
- March to June and September to November; Navratri sees especially heavy crowds.
History
The Chamunda Devi temple sits on the banks of the Baner Ganga in the Kangra valley, with sweeping views of the Dhauladhar range. Goddess Chamunda is regarded as a fierce manifestation of Kali/Durga, who slew the demons Chanda and Munda. The temple is often included in Himachal Pradesh's broader goddess-circuit alongside Jwalamukhi, Chintpurni, and Naina Devi.
Spiritual significance
A bridge near the complex leads devotees to bathe in the Baner Ganga before darshan, and the site is also popular for its natural tranquility and Himalayan views.
Plan your visit
Darshan timings
5:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Timings change on festivals and special occasions. Confirm with the temple's official source before you travel.
The Kangra Valley narrow-gauge train from Pathankot reaches Chamunda Marg station, from where the temple is accessible on foot or by auto.
Continue your Durga bhakti
Devotional texts for this deity, already on the site.