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Kasar Devi

Almora, Uttarakhand, India

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Overview

A 2nd-century ridge temple on a Van Allen-belt 'energy spot' that drew Vivekananda, Nyerere-era hippies, Ginsberg and D.H. Lawrence.

Why visit: The 'crank's ridge' — cosmic-energy lore, cafés and Nanda Devi views.

Things to do

›Kasar Devi shrine
›Hippie-trail cafés
›Ridge sunset walk

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Travel Information

Best time

Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov; Kartik Purnima fair

Entry fee

Free

Est. budget

₹500–1,500

Duration

Half day

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