These include the 8th Century Mahadev Kyunkaleshwar Temple (that includes a festival during Maha Shiv Ratri), the Kandoliya Devta and, within the town itself Messmore College, a cantonment. The combination of these cultural landmarks and the beautiful Dwarikhal forests and mountain views, suggest that some local ‘soft’ trekking or walking circuits could be organised, providing clearly marked walking trails and information boards. These could bring in more tourists to the area for which Pauri town itself could respond to by building more small hotels and guesthouses within …show more content…
The temple belongs to the nag devta(the snake god). Located away, from the hustles and bustles of town, the place offers solace to the tired soul.
Kyunkaleshwar Temple- This is an 8th Century old, Shiv temple believed to be raised by Adi Shankracharya. The presiding deity of the temple are Shiva, his wife Parvati and sons, Ganesha and Kartikeyan. The temple in itself is popular as a historic shrine and therefore visited by thousands of Shaivaites. Kyunkaleshwar temple is known for the artistic stone work done in the temple premises. The temple also has a Sanskrit Vidyalaya and Gurukul where young children come to learn Veds and Purans.
Laxmi Narayan Temple- Located on the main Laxmi-Narayan Temple Road in the main city and is visited by locals round the day. The temple is named after Lord Laxmi Narayan or Vishnu. It also houses a Shiv temple, Hanuman temple, Durga temple, Ganesha Temple.
Hanuman Mandir- The Hanuman Mandir in Pauri is located in the Deodar Forest. It is located around 2 km from the main city.
Methodist Church, Chopra- The church is over 100 years old and is located in the lower chopra region of the town. The church is located a stone throw away distance from MIC