Shri Shakumbhari Devi Temple is one of the most ancient and highly revered Hindu pilgrimage sites in North India, dedicated to Goddess Shakumbhari, a powerful incarnation of Maa Durga. She is worshipped as the goddess of nourishment, vegetation, and prosperity, believed to protect humanity from famine and suffering. According to Hindu mythology, Maa Shakumbhari appeared to restore food and greenery to the earth during a time of severe drought.
The temple is located in Jasmour village, approximately 40 kilometers north of Saharanpur city in Uttar Pradesh, and is beautifully nestled in the Shivalik ranges of the Himalayas. Surrounded by forests, hills, and natural streams, the serene environment adds to the temple’s deep spiritual and peaceful atmosphere.
This sacred shrine is regarded as a Shaktipeeth and Siddhpeeth, making it a powerful center of divine energy. Devotees from across India visit the temple throughout the year to seek blessings for health, prosperity, food security, and fulfillment of wishes. It is widely believed that sincere prayers offered here are answered by the Goddess.
This site is regarded as a Shaktipeeth / Siddhpeeth, a powerful spiritual center where devotees come from across the country to seek the blessings of the divine Mother. The temple complex includes shrines for other associated deities such as Bhuradev (the guardian deity), Bheema Devi, Bhramari Devi, and Shatakshi Devi.
