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Uttaranchal Karna Devta Temple
India is a country of full of temples. People of this country follow different religion and customs. Every state in this country has different as well as unique history. Uttarakhand is one of the many state in India which has an ancient history and become famous as a home for many Indian gods and goddess. Karna Devta Temple is popular in the state and other region of the country as well. There are many myths about this temple, people often believe that whosoever come to this temple and offer his or her true worship gets success throughout his life. It is situated in Uttarakhand in a village named Sarnaul. This place is well known for sylvan charm and for its serenity.
History
This temple belongs from the time of Mahabharata. This temple is dedicated to the Karna who is regarded as the bravest brother among Pandavas. This temple signifies power and serenity. According to Hindu tradition, this temple was conceived and planned by ants. Ants were responsible for democrating its layout on ground. People have built this temple accordingly. It has U-Shaped veranda and wooden work is done all over. People offer their worship to the lord Karna and other deities in this temple since many years.
How to reach
Three different modes that are rail, road and air are the ways to travel along the state of Uttarakhand.
By rail
"RISHIKESH RAILWAY STATION" is the place to reach the temple of Karna Devta. All the train routes from north India, south India and central India meet here. Thus, anyone residing in any region of India can use the train route to reach this place and spend some memorable time with their family and friends.
By road
Different states of India are connected to each other with national highways. People from one state can travel along these highways to reach Uttarakhand as well. NH18 is the national highway which can be used to travel along the state of uttarakhand. Roads in the state are well developed and on every stop you will get full details about the different destinations that are present in the state.
By air
"JOLLY AIRPORT" is located in the region of Uttarakhand is used to reach the temple of Karna Devta. From thE airport people can hire private taxi and cabs to reach the temple directly.
Important Shrines
Besides this temple, there are other places of pilgrimage that can be visited by tourists. Some of them are Devprayag temple, Yamnotri Temple, Temple of Dada Nagraja, Dhwaj Temple, Ukhimath, and Gangotri Temple etc.
Significance Of The Temple
This temple belongs from ancient times and signifies great style of architecture as well. It has gained popularity due to its architectural style as well.
Weather And Time To Visit
Since the state of Uttarakhand lies in the northern India so it has a tropical type of climate. Due to the presence of the Himalayas near this state the temperature in the night falls and is moderate during the day time. Months of May, June, July and August are most suitable to visit this place.
Accomodation
There are countless hotels, motels and inns at Uttarakhand. People can book their rooms through online internet facility as well. These hotels are available at affordable prices. Various ashrams such as Gayatri Parivar offer comfortable stay to all devotees who visit this place.
Tips For Devotees
People who visit the temple of Karna Devta are adviced to maintain a peaceful environment inside the temple premises. The temple authorities store their belongings in a safe place and it is returned while coming out of the temple premises.
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