Khirsu is enveloped by the benedictory pines, tall oaks, and old deodar trees. This gorgeous hill queen is perched at an elevation of 1,900 meters above sea level. It lies at a distance of 11 KM towards north from Pauri and 92 KM from Dehradun city towards west. Khirsu is famous for its scenic background. From this hill station one can see spectacular 300 km-wide panoramic view of the Himalayas, including snow-crested Trishul, Nanda Devi, Nandakot and Panchchuli peaks.

Being at Khirsu needs a different mindset. This place makes you introspective, closer to your natural self. Leaving behind your city life, your urban existence like a mere slough, get yourself immersed completely, into the serene surrounding.

Even on a sunny day one can’t see the sky above, as one descends through the thick forests of Pine, Oak and Deodars, past elegant pathways covered with bright green moss and fascinating growth of fern. You will pass through an unknown world amidst numerous apple trees, bunches of Mushrooms grown in the dark underneath, refresh your mind with the fragrances of nameless wild flowers and exotic herbs, listen to the songs of the nature, accompanied by chirping birds.

Near By Locations

Jwalpa Devi Temple 

Situated at the panorama of the hills near the river, Jwalpa Devi temple has the peaceful environment in its premises. Devotees from fas away place come here to pray Goddess Jwalpa. Legends believe that if pray with sacred heart, Goddess will fulfill all dreams of devotees. Jwalpa Devi Temple is located at the road connecting Pauri and Kotdwara via Satpuli. Some small eateries and shops selling Prasad are also present at the temple. A traditional school is also running near the main temple. Holy marraiges are also conducted at the temple at no cost. On the occasion of Navratri and Janmashtami, a large fair is organise at Jwalpa Devi Temple.

Dewal Garh 

Devalgarh has its own significance in the history of Uttarakhand. In ancient times, Uttarakhand was divided into 52 small provinces which were known as Garh and this area of Devbhoomi was called Garhwal in the name. Raj-Rajeshwari temple is famous shrine in Devalgarh which attracts large number of devotees who come here to seek blessings from the Goddess. Perched at a height of 4,000 meters, the temple is dedicated to Goddess Rajeshwari which is the local deity of the Garhwal kings. A fair is held every year in the month of April. Apart from the religious importance, the temple is also a treasured from archeological point of view.

Dhari Devi Temple 

The holy temple of Goddess Dhari Devi is located between Srinagar and Rudraprayag on Badrinath Road. Dhari Devi Temple diety is Maa Dhari Devi. Now relocated from 20 meter high rock to man made structure in 2013, Dhari Devi Temple is the centre of faith for the people of Garhwal. Dhari Devi Temple - Legend & History As per the legend the upper part of Goddess Kali is believed here, while lower part is in Kalimath and praised as Goddess Kali. Locals also believed that the appearance changes with time from a girl, to a woman and then to an old lady. There is a legend about the name behind the Dhari devi temple. Once the temple was washed off by floods and the idol of Goddess Kali struck against the rock. The villages of the Dharo village nearby heard the divine voice of Goddess and then fixed the idol of Goddess Kali at this spot. After then this temple is known as Dhari Devi temple.