temple · Bilaspur · 1,180 m

Taxi to Naina Devi Temple

Sri Naina Devi Ji is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas of India — Sati's eyes fell here. The hilltop shrine in Bilaspur district is reached by 200 steps or a ropeway. Peak crowds during Navratri (Mar–Apr and Sep–Oct).

Best time
Year-round. Navratri festivals (Mar–Apr, Sep–Oct) are peak.
Altitude
1,180 m
Region
Bilaspur
Cheapest fare
2,500

Taxi fares to Naina Devi Temple

One-way fares from major cities. Round trip is roughly 1.8× the one-way price (driver's return day built in). All fares include tolls, parking & driver allowance.

FromDistanceTimeSedanSUVInnova
Mandi92 km2 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Shimla99 km2 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Chandigarh103 km2 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Kullu142 km3 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Dharamshala162 km4 hrs2,8003,5004,300Details
Kasol168 km4 hrs2,9003,6004,500Details
Manali189 km5 hrs3,2004,0005,000Details
Delhi473 km11 hrs8,50010,60013,200Details

Why visit Naina Devi Temple

  • One of 51 Shakti Peethas
  • Ropeway from base to shrine
  • Peepal tree (Sati's eyes appeared here)
  • Navratri festivals bring lakhs
  • Views of Govind Sagar Lake
  • Nearest airport: Chandigarh (110 km)
Practical note: Ropeway ₹100 return. No footwear inside temple. Dress modestly.

Which vehicle for Naina Devi Temple?

Sedan (Dzire/Etios)

Couples & solo travellers. Fine for tarred roads up to Manali/Shimla/Dharamshala.

SUV (Ertiga/XL6)

Families of 4-5, moderate luggage, better ground clearance for last-mile rough stretches.

Innova Crysta

High-altitude routes (Kaza, Chandratal), 6 pax + luggage, best comfort on long drives.

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