Kotdwar

Kotdwara is situated on the foothills of the Shivaliks at a distance of 101kms from Pauri. It is positioned at an elevation of 454 m above sea level. Kotdwara means access to Garhwal. Apart from its religious significance, the town is also popular as the most important commercial center of the region.As per the history of the region, it was ruled over by the Mauryan Empire under the great ruler, Ashoka since years. Later on, the Katyuri Kingdom took over the charge and then the Panwar dynasty of Garhwal. Kotdwar is renowned for the presence of several temples such as the Siddhbali temple which is situated at a distance of 2 kms from Kotdwar. Sidhbali temple is devoted to Lord Hanuman and is visited by numbers of devotees all throughout the year. The Durga Devi temple is also situated at a distance of 2kms from Kotdwar and is one of the most renowned temples of the area.

Kotdwar is located at the foothills of the Shivaliks at a distance of 101kms from Pauri. It is situated at a height of 395m above sea level. Kotdwar literally means gateway to Garhwal. Kotdwar is famous for its several temples like the Siddhbali temple which is located at a distance of 2kms from Kotdwar. Sidhbali temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman and is visited by hundreds of devotees all round the year.