Among all the Shakti temples of Kumaon, Dunagiri is counted amid the most ancient ‘Sidh Shaktipeeth’, as a primary ‘ugra’ (intense) ‘peeths’ – called ‘Ugra Peeth’. This Shaktipeeth in its essence has been influenced over time by Shaiva, Vaishnav and Shakt practices.
Dunagiri is among the most ancient of Kumaon's Shakti temples, classified as a primary ‘ugra’ (intense) ‘peeths’ – called ‘Ugra Peeth’. This temple has been shaped by influences from Shaiva, Vaishnav and Shakt traditions over time.