Pilgrimage tourism in Udham Singh Nagar District in Uttarakhand comprises numerous places of tourist interest which involve important pilgrimage spots which serve as exciting holiday destinations which boasts of marvellous natural splendour. Ataria Temple, Nanakmatta Sahib Gurdwara, Chaiti Devi Temple are some of the attractive tourist getaways of this Indian district.
Nanakmatta Sahib Gurdwara
Located about 56 km away from Rudrapur on the route of Rudrapur-Tanakpur, Nanakmatta Sahib Gurdwara is a famous pilgrimage centre for the Sikhs. The beauty of Nanakmatta has been enhanced due to the presence of a dam which has been created on Saryu River, which has formed Nanak Sagar.
Ataria Temple
Ataria Temple is existent about 2 km away from the bus depot near Rudrapur-Haldwani route and is dedicated to Goddess Atariya. A local folklore is of the opinion that while King Rudra was passing this region on his chariot, it suddenly got stuck in the marshes. Thereafter, he built a temple at that exact location and a ten-day fair is conducted at this place, particularly during the Navratras.
Chaiti Devi Temple
Chaiti Devi Temple is situated about 2.5 km away from Kashipur bus stand and is present on the route of Kashipur-Bajpur. This religious place is thronged by several devotees who pay a visit to this temple especially during `Navratras`.
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