About Gallu Devi Temple
Gallu Devi Temple is a small Hindu temple situated at approximately 2,130 meters elevation on a ridge above Dharamkot village near McLeod Ganj. Dedicated to a local goddess, the temple is surrounded by cedar trees and red rhododendrons. It serves as the primary starting point for the popular Triund Trek and offers panoramic views of the Dhauladhar ranges and Kangra Valley.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small, well-maintained Hindu temple set in a serene mountain environment with stunning panoramic views of the Dhauladhar ranges and Kangra Valley. The temple area features a few tea stalls and snack shops catering primarily to trekkers. The location provides a peaceful atmosphere suitable for meditation and spiritual reflection, with opportunities to observe nature including cedars and rhododendrons. Visitors often combine their temple visit with the beginning of the Triund trek or nearby waterfall hikes.
Key highlights
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Starting point for the popular Triund Trek
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Panoramic views of Dhauladhar ranges and Kangra Valley
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Serene setting among cedar trees and red rhododendrons
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Small Hindu temple dedicated to local goddess Gallu Devi
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Sunset viewing point over the valley
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Forest Department checkpost located here
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Gateway to Gallu Waterfall hike
Culture & Context
The temple holds spiritual significance for locals and visitors as a place dedicated to Gallu Devi, a local goddess revered for protective and benevolent qualities. It serves as an important spiritual stop for trekkers seeking blessings before embarking on the Triund Trek.
Route
| By road | Vehicles can reach the temple from McLeod Ganj or Dharamkot, though the road condition may be poor in some sections. Taxis charge approximately ₹300-400 one way from McLeod Ganj. |
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| By public transport |