Sharada Temple, Teetwal

Sharada Temple at Teetwal is a newly reconstructed Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Sharada (Saraswati) located in Teetwal village, Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu and Kashmir, on the banks of the Kishanganga River. Built as a base temple for pilgrims of the historic Sharda Peeth located across the border, it was inaugurated in 2023 and serves as an important religious and cultural centre for devotees, especially Kashmiri Pandits.

Visitors can expect a small, newly built traditional stone temple complex with an idol of Goddess Sharada, set on the banks of the Kishanganga River in a mountain valley surrounded by forested hills. The premises include a prayer hall and open courtyard for darshan. The site offers river views and views of the surrounding valley. Access is through Teetwal village and visitors will encounter security checking due to proximity to the border area.