Chitai Golu Devta Temple Almora: The God Of Justice Royalty-Free Stock Photo

Golu Devta is considered an avatar of Shiva as Gaur Bhairav. He rides a white horse and is considered the one who always does justice. They say, if you ask with a clear conscience, he fulfills every wish. He is the Isht Devta of the region and also Kul Devta of many people here. You could also see him as the presiding deity of the Kumaon hills.There are many legends associated with the origin of the deity of justice. The temple at Chittai near Almora is a small temple with a big reputation. As I walked towards the temple, surrounded by the thick forest of Chir Pines, I was warned about the monkeys. I knew this temple must be special, for all popular temples I have visited including ram Janmabhumi temple at Ayodhya are surrounded by monkeys.