Kalu Sidh Temple
The Kalu Siddh is a holy shrine dedicated to Sage Kalu, one of Lord Dattatreya’s 84 pupils, and is situated in the Kaluwala village next to Bhaniwala or Bhaniyawala. About 7 kilometres from Thano hamlet, Kalu Siddh Temple is located in the Thano Forest Range amid thick sal trees. It is one of the four holy shrines (siddhs) of Dehradun that have pilgrimage locations.
Location
The Kalu Sidh Temple, one of Dehradun’s four Siddhas, is situated in Kaluwala Village, six kilometres from Bhaniyawala (Dehradun-Rishikesh highway). The distance between Thano village and the temple is 7 kilometres.
The distance between the temple and the city of Dehradun is 27 KM.
The Rajaji National Park, one of the densest Sal woods in Dehradun, contains Thano Forest Range, where the Kalu Sidh temple is located on top of a small hill.
History
The Kalu Sidh Temple’s past
One of the 84 Siddh Peeths in India that are devoted to the 84 followers of Lord Dattatreya is Kalu Sidh.
After years of penance and pleasing Lord Shiva, one of the followers named Sage Kalu reached enlightenment, earning the moniker Kalu Sidh.
Facts about Kali Sidh
- People who are living near the temple give their first milk to the temple.
- One of the most important fact that there is no roof in the temple of Kalu Sidh and many attempts which are done in past were not successful.
- Also believed that Kalu baba fulfils the needs and desires of people who comes with a sincere heart.
- This temple Kalu Sidh is situated behind the seasonal river.
How to Reach
Since Kalu Sidh is somewhat off the beaten path and has no direct access to public transportation, the only way to get there is by taxi or own vehicle.
By Air: The Jolly Grant airport, which is 11 kilometres from the Kalu Sidh
Temple, is the closest airport. From the airport, you can arrange for a
taxi.
By Train: The Dehradun Railway Station, 27 kilometres away from the Kalu
Sidh temple, is the nearest train station. You may then order a taxi
from there.
By Road: The temple is located in Kaluwala Village, on the outskirts of
Dehradun, 27 kilometres from Ghanta Ghar (Dehradun City Center).
From Dehradun, there are two ways to get to Kalu Sidh.
Dehradun-Doiwala (19.6 KM), Doiwala-Bhaniyawala (2.2 Km), Bhaniyawala-Kalu Sidh (5.9 Km)
This route, which is 27 km long and primarily follows National Highway 7 toward Rishikesh, requires just one left turn at Bhaniyawala, which will lead you to the Kalu Sidh Temple, which is located approximately 6 km from the highway.
Dehradun-Raipur (7.4 Km), Raipur-Thano Road (10.2 Km), Thano Road-Kalu Sidh (15.2 Km)
Take this route instead if you want to enjoy travelling through a lush forest with stunning sights at every bend. Even though you will travel a few more miles (a total of 31 KM), you do not want to miss some of the breathtaking sights you will pass through.
After arriving in Raipur, proceed to the Rajiv Gandhi International cricket stadium. After there, the path is rather simple, and you’ll arrive at the temple quickly.
Things to know:
Best time to visit
Despite the fact that Dehradun has excellent weather all year round, it is advised that you visit Kalu Sidh Mandir during or immediately after monsoon season if you really want to take in the natural splendour.
Visit Duration
4 hours. There are arrangements for worshippers to take advantage of the serenity and tranquilly that surround the temple’s location. You can sit on the benches there and have a wonderful day out with your loved ones.
Food Availability
The only restaurant or hotel close to the Kalu Sidh Temple is a little shop inside the temple grounds that sells chai and pakoras. You might, however, choose the delectable Bhandara that the temple serves. We had the good fortune to have delectable Kadi Chawal at the shrine.
